The ACCC warns that petrol prices in Australia may increase as the Federal Government reduces its temporary fuel excise relief. Both outlets report that the excise cut, introduced to provide cost relief to motorists, is being scaled back, which is expected to flow through to pump prices. The ACCC has advised retailers that adjustments should reflect the change in fuel excise, prompting concerns that the reduction in government support will remove a factor that has helped limit prices. While the exact timing and magnitude of any increase are not stated in the reports provided, the warning is directed at motorists’ expectations and the retail pricing process. The coverage is consistent across both sources, noting that the change in excise arrangements is the central driver behind the ACCC’s message. Overall, the reports indicate that as the excise relief is wound back, petrol prices are likely to face upward pressure through standard retail supply-chain pricing mechanisms.