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Refinery blaze may impact Australia's petrol production 'for some time'

An out-of-control blaze at the Viva Energy Refinery in Geelong may disrupt Australia's petrol production for some time, Energy Minister Chris Bowen stated. The fire, which broke out late Wednesday, affects one of only two operational refineries, potentially worsening domestic fuel shortages amid the ongoing global oil crisis. Diesel and jet fuel production will continue at reduced levels.

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