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Grocery prices to rise about 20% as retailers pass on war-driven fuel costs

Everyday food staples in Australia are set to cost around 20 percent more as higher fuel and transport costs tied to the war are passed from suppliers and shops to consumers.

Apr 4th 2026 · Australia

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  • Supermarket prices for everyday staples are expected to increase about 20 percent.
  • A fuel crisis linked to the war has raised diesel and transport costs for suppliers.
  • Retailers are passing higher wholesale and logistics costs onto customers.
  • Authorities and fuel distributors report tighter diesel stocks and increased refilling activity in NSW.

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