QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Senator CICCONE (Victoria) (14:21): My question today is to my good friend the Minister for Trade and Tourism, Senator Farrell. Honourable senators interjecting— Senator CICCONE: That's right, colleagues! The Albanese government is acting now to prepare and shield Australians from global fuel supply shocks.

Last Saturday, the Prime Minister announced new fuel security powers to help keep fuel flowing into Australia. Minister, how do these new powers help secure fuel and keep our people, our economy and our nation moving forward?