Govt: Fuel supplies ok but preparing for 'worst-case scenario'

Fuel situation could get worse before better, says Christopher Luxon

Finance minister Nicola Willis stressed there was no escalation in the National Fuel Plan right now,

Govt: Fuel supplies ok but preparing for 'worst-case scenario'

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand has "sufficient fuel supplies" amid war in the Middle East, but "things could get worse before...

'Things could get worse' PM warns, Willis outlines main risks to supply

"I do want to be straight with New Zealanders — things could get worse before they actually get better," Luxon said, following a briefing from officials.

Luxon warns fuel pressure may increase

PM Christopher Luxon says New Zealand is preparing for a prolonged impact from the Middle East conflict, warning fuel conditions could deteriorate over the coming weeks even though current supplies remain secure. Speaking to legacy media alongside Nicola Willis, Luxon said the government was now planning for an extended disruption to global supply chains, with ministers and industry focused on the next eight to twelve weeks. He said New Zealand …

‘Preparing for worst-case scenario’: Big shift in govt’s fuel messaging

Reading Time: 2 minutes By Craig McCulloch of RNZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has acknowledged a “big shift” in the government’s messaging around the war in the Middle East, warning New Zealanders the fuel situation could get worse before it gets better. Speaking at a media conference at Parliament on Thursday, Luxon said while the country had sufficient fuel stocks now, the conflict would have ongoing effects on supply chains, even if reso…