The Prime Minister delivered a rare primetime television address to the nation, pledging to shield Australia from economic pressures caused by an international war and warning of tough times ahead. The address has drawn criticism over crisis management, with debate emerging about potential fuel supply issues and whether the government's messaging will cause public panic or encourage conservation. Energy expert John Blackburn emphasises the need for collective national response rather than political division during the crisis.

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