AM Petrol price crunch looms
Mar 22, 2026
Catherine de Sintemona, a field reporter on the ground in Demona, describes missile strikes near the Dimona reactor and local civilian impact. She discusses Netanyahu’s reassurances about reactor safety. The conversation also covers US ultimatums over the Strait of Hormuz, regional escalation risks, and looming fuel price and supply chain pressures.
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Strait Of Hormuz Control Is Iran's Leverage
- Iran's threats to hit regional energy facilities raise the risk of major escalation that could disrupt global oil markets.
- John Lyons and Catherine de Sintemona report Iran sees control of the Strait of Hormuz as key leverage and Washington may escalate within 48 hours.
Fuel Spike Is A Supply Chain Shock Not Just Price Pain
- Higher fuel prices from the Middle East conflict are a supply chain problem affecting nearly every part of the Australian economy.
- Bran Black says businesses and government must analyse many supply scenarios and work together to mitigate distribution and supply stresses.
Use Public Transport To Ease Fuel Pressure
- Use public transport and ordinary flexible working arrangements where possible to reduce fuel demand.
- Bran Black urged commuters to prefer public transport and continue supporting small businesses while using flexible work options.