Photo: RNZThere is a slight decrease in national fuel stock across petrol, diesel and jet fuel since the last update, but "supply remains within normal levels". That's according to the latest fuel stocks update, which says the change remains within expectations and shows normal patterns. Data released on Monday showed there was 59.3 days' cover of petrol, 54.5 days' cover of diesel, and 50.4 days' cover of jet fuel. Phase three would see fuel prioritised for life-preserving services and phase four would see stricter intervention in fuel distribution. Moving up or down levels is decided by a ministerial oversight group based on fuel stocks, restrictions and supply chain data.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 01, 2026 12:30 UTC