For years, motorists in the region have copped some of the state’s highest fuel prices, which prompted the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to launch an investigation in 2015.
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But a new state government initiative, launched on Monday, could offer a reprieve at the bowser.
FuelCheck is an online website that gives motorists real-time fuel price information on their phones, tablets, and computers.
Every service station in NSW must update their prices online when they change the fuel price at the bowser giving motorist the ability to quickly compare retailers.
Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall said for the first time, a vehicle owner could calculate the convenience value of buying fuel at a handy big-brand service station, or whether it was worthwhile to drive to a small independent.
There will be heavy penalties for retailers selling fuel at a price other than that notified on the online price board. Motorist can access the website at www.fuelcheck.nsw.gov.au/app
