Australia is facing a shortage of critical lubricants. How do we stop everything grinding to a halt?

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The problem shows how widespread the fallout from the enduring Middle East conflict is, with disruptions extending beyond fuel for transport Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Prices for base oils, used to make lubricants, are rising sharply and supplies are disrupted, causing concern that Australia is facing a shortage of engine oil and other lubricants used to keep engines running. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.

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