Push for further fuel relief

Today, Australian Premiers and Chief Ministers met and committed to further reducing fuel prices.

Premier Jeremy Rockliff said that it was agreed that any extra GST paid because of higher fuel costs should be returned and used to reduce fuel prices.

"We have been clear - we want to deliver immediate and real relief to Tasmanians as quickly as we can," the Premier said.

"This further cut to the fuel prices would potentially lower fuel prices by another 5.7c per litre.

"This would be on top of the 26.3c reduction that is currently in effect.

"Tasmanian families, businesses, our farmers and truckies need support, and this further cut will help.

"On top of our free public transport and support of community food providers, this is another way we can quickly help Tasmanians.

"We will keep fighting for and delivering more support when and where it's needed most.

"As the situation continues, we will provide updates as more information becomes available."