As Easter begins, many travellers will set out across Australia to enjoy their long weekend.

But this year — due to looming fuel supply concerns — your trip may not look like last year’s.

Here’s what you need to know.

Can I still travel this Easter?

Yes.

In Anthony Albanese’s national address on Wednesday he urged Australians to take public transport where possible.

That didn’t extend to the Easter break.

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“Enjoy your Easter,” he told Australians.

“If you’re hitting the road, don’t take more fuel than you need — just fill up like you normally would.”

There’s also no fuel restrictions in place, though it is possible under the Albanese government’s four-step plan.

Rationing would be the final step of that plan.

Despite the prime minister’s reassurances, fuel stations — particularly in regional areas — may have supply problems (more on that later).

How can I track the latest fuel prices?

The ABC has created a fuel tracker for you. This data will be updated regularly.

Is the fuel excise cut underway?

The government halved the fuel excise on petrol and diesel for three months, reducing the cost of fuel by 26.3 cents per litre.

On Thursday the federal government also reached an agreement with the states and territories to deliver a further cut in the fuel tax by returning their GST windfall to Australians, promising a combined saving of 32 cents per litre.

Motoring organisation NRMA has already detailed falls of 15.2 cents per litre from March 31 to April 2, 8am AEST.

Average E10 prices are at 229.5 cents per litre.

How can I find the cheapest fuel?Track the latest petrol and diesel prices around Australia

See what’s happening with petrol and diesel prices near you, updated constantly.

Most states and territories have their own fuel checkers.

NSW (includes ACT): The NSW government has its FuelCheck website

VIC: The Victorian government has a Servo Saver app. Victorians can also use the RACV app

QLD: Queenslanders can use the RACQ website to compare prices

WA: The WA government has its FuelWatch website

NT: The NT government has its MyFuel website

TAS: The Tasmanian government has its FuelCheck website

SA: South Australians can use the RAA website for real-time prices

Petrol pumps with yellow tags on them.

NRMA is reporting some early fuel price drops. 

  (AAP: Lukas Coch)

How can I see if a service station has fuel available?

Several of these government sites also share updates on availability, such as WA’s Fuel Watch.

Other sites like FuelAware or PetrolSpy share updates on availability.

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