Government Moves to Save Winter Gas Supply as 76,000 Homes Face Shortfall

Australian Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King addresses the media alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Kwinana, Australia, on March 4, 2021. Paul Kane/Getty ImagesThe Australian government has moved to protect 76,000 Australian homes from a looming winter energy shortfall, issuing a 30-day ultimatum to gas exporters to prioritise local supply over international profits.In a significant escalation, Resources Minister Madeleine King warned she is prepared to forcibly curb overseas shipments unless more gas is diverted to struggling southern states.