Reconstruction Authority: responding to the fuel crisis
On Thursday 26 March 2026 the Public Service Association wrote to the Reconstruction Authority regarding the current fuel crisis.
Regional and remote NSW communities and farmers are disproportionately affected, with fewer fuel outlets decreasing competition and greater daily travel distances at higher speeds leading to higher fuel consumption. Scarcity of fuel is an increasing issue for country and farming communities, leading to higher prices. At the time of writing to the Department examples included $3.29L for Diesel fuel across New England Tablelands and $2.89L on the mid-north coast without taking into account other country regions.
The PSA has formally requested that the Reconstruction Authority allow the current flexible working arrangements to be relaxed for regional staff. This would take significant pressure off the regions fuel supplies also allowing farmers greater access to fuel in remote areas where there is a concern that fuel shortages may lead to food shortages.
We are waiting for a formal response.
PSA Delegates
Pete Cross
PSA staff
Shane Howes Industrial Officer