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Woolworths Freight Fuel Levy Nearly Triples Since Iran War

“Freight costs are squeezing retail margins across supply chains. Somebody always pays. It is rarely the person who set the levy.” — Gloria Vance, on air

On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on The Asia Desk
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  • First reported by ABC Australia: “Woolworths freight fuel levy surcharge almost triples since Iran war”.
  • Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 1:31 AM ET on The Asia Desk, by Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield.
  • Topics: Iran.

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  • ABC AustraliaWoolworths freight fuel levy surcharge almost triples since Iran war

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  1. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorABC Australia reports Woolworths has almost tripled its freight fuel levy surcharge since the Iran war began.

  2. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorExperts say consumers and suppliers will, quote, ultimately pay.

  3. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the war hits the truck, the truck hits the supplier, and the supplier hits your cart. Bro, even my ramen has a surcharge now.

  4. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorFreight costs are squeezing retail margins across supply chains. Somebody always pays. It is rarely the person who set the levy.

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