Weekly Fuel Price Report
Report Period: 30 March 2026 to 5 April 2026
Published: 9 April 2026
Introduction
Welcome to the FuelRadar weekly fuel report for the week ending 5 April 2026. It has been an exceptionally positive week for Australian motorists, with massive price drops recorded across almost all fuel types and capital cities. Driven by favourable international factors and falling wholesale costs, the retail petrol price cycle is currently in a deep discounting phase, offering substantial savings at the bowser. Whether you are driving a petrol or diesel vehicle, now is an excellent time to fill up and take advantage of these significant reductions before the cycle inevitably turns.
Current fuel prices and prediction
- Massive drops in Unleaded prices: Unleaded 91 (U91) has seen dramatic price falls of between 11% and 14% across all major markets. Adelaide recorded the largest absolute drop, falling by a staggering 35.61 cents per litre (cpl).
- Diesel relief at the bowser: While traditionally less volatile than petrol, Diesel (DSL) prices have also fallen significantly, dropping by an average of 4% to 6% nationally. Adelaide and Melbourne saw the biggest diesel discounts, falling by 19.11 cpl and 17.28 cpl respectively.
- Cheapest and most expensive markets: Perth is currently the cheapest capital city for both Unleaded 91 (averaging 240.12 cpl) and Diesel (averaging 309.72 cpl). Conversely, Melbourne is the most expensive capital for U91 at 247.59 cpl, while the Sunshine Coast is currently the most expensive market for Diesel at 318.26 cpl.
- Short-term prediction: The current downward trend indicates we are approaching the bottom of the retail price cycle in the eastern capitals. We predict prices will continue to fall slightly or stabilise in the immediate days ahead before the next sharp restorative price spike occurs.
Capital City Price Comparison
The table below outlines the average prices, price ranges, and trends for Unleaded 91 across Australia's capital cities over the past week.
| City | Fuel Type | Average Price | Min Price | Max Price | Price Change | Percent Change | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Unleaded 91 | $2.43 | $2.28 | $2.58 | -$0.30 | -11.69% | Falling |
| Melbourne | Unleaded 91 | $2.48 | $2.29 | $2.59 | -$0.30 | -11.60% | Falling |
| Brisbane | Unleaded 91 | $2.42 | $2.27 | $2.59 | -$0.31 | -12.10% | Falling |
| Perth | Unleaded 91 | $2.40 | $2.21 | $2.56 | -$0.35 | -13.62% | Falling |
| Adelaide | Unleaded 91 | $2.41 | $2.24 | $2.60 | -$0.36 | -13.72% | Falling |
| Hobart | Unleaded 91 | $2.42 | $2.28 | $2.58 | -$0.29 | -11.40% | Falling |
| Darwin | Unleaded 91 | $2.46 | $2.30 | $2.64 | -$0.33 | -12.65% | Falling |
| Canberra | Unleaded 91 | $2.41 | $2.25 | $2.58 | -$0.33 | -12.73% | Falling |
Price Trends by Fuel Type
The following table provides a snapshot of the national average prices and general trends across all major fuel types.
| Fuel Type | National Average | Cheapest Market | Most Expensive Market | Overall Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unleaded 91 (U91) | $2.43 | Perth ($2.40) | Melbourne ($2.48) | Falling |
| Ethanol 10 (E10) | $2.39 | Hobart ($2.32) | Melbourne ($2.46) | Falling |
| Premium 95 (P95) | $2.58 | Newcastle ($2.56) | Darwin ($2.62) | Falling |
| Premium 98 (P98) | $2.68 | Hobart ($2.65) | Darwin ($2.77) | Falling |
| Diesel (DSL) | $3.13 | Perth ($3.10) | Sunshine Coast ($3.18) | Falling |
| Premium Diesel (PDSL) | $3.14 | Adelaide ($3.12) | Geelong ($3.17) | Falling |
| E85 | $2.48 | Darwin ($2.40) | Melbourne ($2.50) | Stable |
Looking Ahead
As we project into the next 3 to 4 weeks, motorists in the major eastern capitals—Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane—along with Adelaide, should prepare for the eventual end of this aggressive discounting phase. While prices are currently falling and offering exceptional value, the retail petrol price cycle dictates that a sharp restorative spike is inevitable. We strongly advise motorists in these cities to top up their tanks now to capitalise on the current sub-$2.30 minimums available at independent and heavily discounted service stations.
In Perth, the regular weekly price cycle will continue, with the cheapest fuel typically available on Tuesdays before prices jump on Wednesdays. Motorists in Western Australia should continue to plan their fuelling routines around this predictable weekly rhythm.
For regional centres and capital cities without sharp retail price cycles, such as Canberra, Hobart, and Darwin, we anticipate that prices will either stabilise at these new lower levels or continue a slow, steady decline as the full extent of recent wholesale price drops is passed on to consumers. Motorists in these areas can expect relatively stable conditions throughout the remainder of April.
Save Money with FuelRadar
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Disclaimer: The prices detailed in this report are averages and minimum/maximum ranges recorded during the specified period. Local pump prices may vary. We recommend using the FuelRadar app to check live prices in your local area before travelling.
