Navigating geopolitical disruption
- Overview
- General market risks
- Sector risks
- Federal, state and territory responses
Federal, state and territory responses
Governments across Australia have moved quickly to respond to fuel supply disruption and price volatility, introducing a mix of market interventions, coordination mechanisms and short-term relief measures. While approaches vary by jurisdiction, the overall landscape reflects a shift toward more active oversight of supply chains, pricing and distribution.
High level developments are outlined in the map below. For a more exhaustive list of developments, please refer to the attached PDF.
Fuel cost recovery ruling: emerging risks for businesses
The most recent and notable development connected to market disruption is the Fair Work Commission’s fuel cost recovery order.
This short video outlines what the order means for businesses across the supply chain. It explains who is impacted, how the pass-through obligations work in practice, and the key legal and commercial risks to be aware of.
Key authors
Chloe Wilton
Partner
Chloe enjoys getting to know her clients and how they do business. She specialises in employment and industrial relations, with in-depth expertise in complex employment litigation, whistleblower disclosures and payroll compliance. Chloe also has hands-on experience advising on contentious industrial relations issues through secondments with some of Australia's largest employers. She gives practical advice and is committed to exceptional client service.
Chloe has acted for clients in a wide range of industries, including resources, manufacturing, retail, power generation, technology, aviation, banking and financial, healthcare, private capital and real estate. Her clients include ANZ, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, Coles, Australian Unity, AustralianSuper, Australia Post and Bapcor.
