Support for Australia’s independent service station operators
Fuel market and excise news, compliance updates, HR and safety guidance, and stories from independent forecourts across Australia.
For many service stations, seasonal peaks such as school holidays, long weekends, and the Christmas period bring a
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is pushing ahead with reforms to card payments, proposing to ban surcharges
A dispute between a small family-owned fuel stop in north-west Tasmania and national supplier United Petroleum has highlighted
In Darwin, a major fuel storage project has stirred debate after the Northern Territory Government confirmed that 11
One minute you’re serving a customer, the next an inspector is standing at the counter introducing themselves. Two
Running a service station means managing a wide range of risks every day, from minor slips and spills
With 35 sites across regional Victoria, Vantage Fuels trading as Bowser Bean understands that running a modern service
The Bruce Highway was brought to a standstill after a petrol tanker carrying 48,000 litres of fuel caught
At first glance, a small fuel leak might not seem like a major concern. It may not affect
Viva Energy is pressing forward with its plan to reposition itself as more than just a fuel supplier,
A case in Queensland has once again highlighted the frustrations faced by service station operators dealing with fuel
Victorian authorities have recently uncovered another major illicit tobacco operation, with millions of dollars in product and cash
Managing invoices is one of those behind-the-scenes jobs that every service station operator deals with, but few enjoy.
Australia’s refining sector is once again under the spotlight, with Ampol reporting a sharp fall in profits for
Running a service station is demanding work. Long shifts, constant customer interaction, and the responsibility of handling cash
Fuel theft is an ongoing challenge for service station operators, and the financial impact can add up quickly.
After nearly 18 months of negotiations, Ampol has reached an agreement to acquire EG Group’s Australian fuel and
Operating a successful service station network has always been about more than just selling fuel. For Ben Dunn,
For many service stations, pumps are the backbone of daily operations. When a pump is out of order,
For service stations, the smooth running of fuel deliveries is critical. Delays, miscommunication, and inefficient scheduling can lead
The APCO Foundation recently held its most successful Giving Day to date, raising an impressive $259,531 in support
Australia’s battle against smoking has taken a dark turn. In a bid to reduce nicotine use, the country
From 1 August 2025, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) will commence a statewide audit targeting businesses operating
In the fast-paced environment of a service station, stock rotation is often overlooked in favour of more pressing
