Fuel excise cut debated as petrol prices soar

The Australian government is considering cutting fuel excise as petrol prices surge, following Coalition calls to halve the tax for three months. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek and One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce debate the measure's impact on inflation, with the government having already released 20% of national fuel stockpiles and introducing legislation to support fuel companies purchasing overseas supplies. A new poll shows 60% of Australians blame Donald Trump for rising petrol prices due to Middle East conflict, while Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's dissatisfaction rating has risen to 57% amid cost-of-living pressures.

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