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The impact of rising gas prices extends beyond household budgets; it affects the manufacturing sector severely. High energy costs are putting immense pressure on industries, with some observers describing this scenario as one of the greatest scandals perpetuated against ordinary Australians.
Moreover, the government’s reluctance to take more aggressive actions, such as gas reservation policies that would guarantee supplies for domestic use, only illustrates the ongoing challenges in managing the gas crisis effectively. As taxpayers bear the burden of an increasingly expensive energy market, the call for bold solutions grows louder.