15th June 2026
Further to our previous communications, Speedpanel would like to provide an update on the Temporary Fuel Levy.
While some fuel prices have eased at the bowser, we have not yet received corresponding reductions from the freight and logistics providers we use. In addition, the Federal Government’s temporary fuel excise reduction is currently scheduled to end on 30th June 2026, and many carriers appear to be waiting to assess this impact before adjusting freight rates or fuel-related charges.
At this stage, Speedpanel is not yet in a position to reduce or remove the Temporary Fuel Levy. The revised charges that came into effect on 7th of April 2026 therefore remain in place.
Speedpanel remains committed to reducing or removing the Temporary Fuel Levy as soon as it is commercially practical. We are continuing to review carrier invoices and supplier charges closely, and where reductions are received, these will be assessed and passed through where appropriate.
Customers are also welcome to arrange their own freight if preferred. Our team can assist with collection details and coordination where required.
We will continue to monitor conditions and provide further updates as the freight market changes.
For further information please refer to: Speedpanel Temporary Fuel Levy Structure.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Current surcharges:
Warehouse Transfers
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NSW Transfers — $1.50 per m²
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QLD Transfers — $3.50 per m²
Direct-to-Site Interstate Deliveries
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Sydney, ACT and South Australia — $400 per delivery
31st March 2026
Following our recent communication regarding the introduction of the Temporary Fuel Levy, we would like to provide an update.
Due to ongoing volatility in fuel prices and further increases from our freight providers, we have unfortunately experienced additional cost escalations since our initial notice. While we have absorbed as much of these increases as possible, a portion of the additional costs will need to be passed on, resulting in a further adjustment to certain components of the Temporary Fuel Levy.
Updated Temporary Fuel Levy (ex GST) Increase Notice – Effective 7th April
The following revised surcharges will apply to relevant freight movements:
Warehouse Transfers
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NSW Transfers — $1.50 per m² (previously $1.00)
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QLD Transfers — $3.50 per m² (previously $2.00)
Direct-to-Site Interstate Deliveries
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Sydney, ACT and South Australia — $400 per delivery (previously $200)
All other Temporary Fuel Levy charges remain unchanged.
These adjustments will take effect from 7th April 2026.
Notes
– All rates are quoted exclusive of GST.
– These charges apply in addition to existing freight charges previously communicated in our Q2 2026 Price List issued on 3rd March, including the standard interstate warehouse transfer rates of:
• $7.00 per m² — New South Wales
• $10.00 per m² — Queensland
– These rates remain subject to change, and we will endeavour to provide as much notice as reasonably possible should adjustments be required.
As previously communicated, the levy will continue to be applied as a separate line item to maintain transparency and allow flexibility for review. We will monitor fuel pricing and freight provider movements closely and reassess the levy on a fortnightly basis.
We understand the impact that cost increases can have and will continue to absorb increases wherever possible. Customers who prefer to arrange their own freight are, as always, welcome to do so.
For further information, please contact your Speedpanel representative or our team directly.
16th March 2026
Recent geopolitical developments impacting global fuel supply — particularly the current conflict involving Iran — have resulted in increased volatility across fuel markets worldwide.
Over the past week several of Speedpanel’s freight partners have advised of fuel surcharge increases of approximately 10–15%. These increases are now affecting freight costs across both interstate warehouse transfers and local deliveries.
In order to manage these external cost pressures while keeping our recently issued freight rates unchanged, Speedpanel will introduce a Temporary Fuel Levy.
The levy will be applied as a separate line item on applicable freight charges. Structuring the surcharge this way ensures transparency and clearly communicates that the adjustment is temporary and directly linked to fuel market conditions.
Customers are being provided two weeks’ notice, with the levy scheduled to take effect from Monday 30 March.
Temporary Fuel Levy Structure (ex GST)
The following surcharges will apply to relevant freight movements:
Warehouse Transfers
- NSW Transfers — $1.00 per m²
- QLD Transfers — $2.00 per m²
Local Deliveries
- VIC Deliveries — $60 per delivery
- NSW Deliveries — $60 per delivery
- QLD Deliveries — $60 per delivery
Direct-to-Site Interstate Deliveries
- Sydney, ACT and South Australia — $200 per delivery
- Other regions — Price on application
Notes
– All rates are quoted exclusive of GST.
– These charges apply in addition to existing freight charges previously communicated in our Q2 2026 Price List issued on 3rd March, including the standard interstate warehouse transfer rates of:
• $7.00 per m² — New South Wales
• $10.00 per m² — Queensland
– These rates remain subject to change, and we will endeavour to provide as much notice as reasonably possible should adjustments be required.
These surcharges apply in addition to the standard freight rates outlined in Speedpanel’s Q2 2026 Price List released on 3rd March 2026.
Customers who prefer to arrange their own freight are welcome to do so, and Speedpanel will gladly coordinate with customer-nominated carriers to facilitate collections from our warehouses where required.
Speedpanel will continue to monitor fuel pricing and freight provider surcharges closely. The Temporary Fuel Levy will be reviewed fortnightly and adjusted or removed should conditions stabilise.
For further information regarding the Temporary Fuel Levy or freight arrangements, please contact the Speedpanel team.