Stations running dry across Australia
Check stations where one or more fuel types may be unavailable. Compare affected areas by state and fuel type, then open the map or station page before you drive.
What this means: roughly 347 stations currently show a flagged or missing fuel price. Filter by state or fuel below, then confirm on the map before you drive.
Availability signals come from fuel price feeds and can include placeholder prices, inactive station records, or unavailable fuel records. Confirm locally before relying on a single station.
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6 shown347 stations with availability flags
Data sourced from government fuel price feeds. A station is marked as running dry when its reported price is $999.90 (placeholder), zero, or explicitly flagged as unavailable. Auto-refreshes every 5 minutes. Last data update: 01/07/2026, 10:50 am
National Fuel Availability Report: Current Supply Chain Status
Recent assessments indicate that Australia is experiencing localized fuel shortage events due to complex supply chain disruptions affecting regional and metropolitan distribution networks. Industry reports suggest that logistics challenges, combined with increased demand and refinery maintenance schedules, have resulted in instances of petrol stations running dry across various jurisdictions. While the national distribution network remains fundamentally operational, these intermittent bottlenecks are causing hundreds of stations to experience temporary outages as retailers work to expedite replenishment cycles.
New South Wales is currently identified as the most severely impacted state, experiencing a higher density of service station outages compared to other regions. In light of these supply chain disruptions, motorists are advised to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel if low on fuel. To ensure reliable access, we recommend that all drivers utilise the FuelRadar real-time map to verify petrol availability at their local servo before commencing their journey.
What to check
- The ACCC continues to monitor retail fuel markets closely to ensure competitive pricing practices remain in place despite the temporary supply constraints.
- Major fuel wholesalers have confirmed they are prioritising deliveries to high-demand service stations to restore standard inventory levels as quickly as possible.
- Federal authorities have advised that Australia maintains adequate national fuel reserves and that the current supply chain disruptions are being managed through adjusted distribution logistics.
Regional Impact Analysis
New South Wales
100 affectedNew South Wales has the highest reported impact, with 100 stations showing one or more unavailable fuel types. The most affected fuel shown in the feed is DSL, followed by P98. Check the map before driving to a station shown on this list.
Queensland
91 affectedQueensland has the notable availability pressure, with 91 stations showing one or more unavailable fuel types. The most affected fuel shown in the feed is DSL, followed by P95. Check the map before driving to a station shown on this list.
South Australia
60 affectedSouth Australia has the some reported availability pressure, with 60 stations showing one or more unavailable fuel types. The most affected fuel shown in the feed is U91, followed by LPG. Check the map before driving to a station shown on this list.
Victoria
38 affectedVictoria has the some reported availability pressure, with 38 stations showing one or more unavailable fuel types. The most affected fuel shown in the feed is LPG, followed by P98. Check the map before driving to a station shown on this list.
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What does "Running Dry" mean?
A station is flagged as "running dry" when its reported fuel price data becomes stale, shows placeholder values ($999.90), or the station is explicitly marked as inactive by data providers. This typically indicates the station has run out of one or more fuel types, though it can also reflect temporary reporting issues.
Why are stations running dry?
Availability can change because of delivery timing, temporary supply gaps, station maintenance, reporting delays, or strong local demand. Regional stations can be affected sooner because deliveries are less frequent and storage capacity varies by site.
How often is this data updated?
FuelRadar Australia aggregates data from official fuel price feeds across Australian states and territories. The availability tracker refreshes every 5 minutes so you can see the latest status signals in one place.
What should I do if my local station is dry?
Use the FuelRadar Australia map to find the nearest servo that still has fuel. Fill only what you need, check nearby alternatives before making a special trip, and consider another compatible fuel type if your vehicle supports it.
FuelRadar Australia sources fuel price data from government-mandated reporting systems and official state price portals across the country. This dashboard refreshes every 5 minutes and covers 347 affected servos across all Australian states and territories.