Australia News‘At this point, the impact is mainly on petrol production, but obviously this is very early days,’ said Energy Minister Chris Bowen.A general view of the Viva Energy Refinery in Corio, Geelong in Australia on March 14, 2026. AAP Image/Joel CarrettCrystal-Rose Jones4/15/2026|Updated: 4/15/20260:00A massive fire has erupted in one of Australia’s two remaining oil refineries—Geelong’s Viva Energy plant—which broke out just before midnight on April 15.Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj said the blaze had subsided but expected the burning to continue throughout the day.
Blaze Engulfs 1 of Australias Last 2 Oil Refineries Amid Fuel Supply Chain Concerns
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