What the instrument does
This is a government notice exempting one specific company, Fuel Distributors of Western Australia Pty Limited, from part of the mandatory cash acceptance code under competition and consumer law.
The code normally requires certain fuel businesses to accept cash payments. This exemption instrument lets this named company opt out of that requirement, subject to conditions set out in the document.
What is not detailed in the source
The source only provides the table of contents and does not detail what the specific conditions are, how long the exemption lasts, or why it was granted.
Scope
This applies only to this one company in Western Australia, not to fuel retailers generally.
Key actions
- If you are a fuel retailer or distributor in WA, check whether this exemption affects your supply arrangements with Fuel Distributors of Western Australia Pty Limited
- View the full legislation text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026N00816 to see the exact conditions attached to the exemption
- This does not change cash acceptance obligations for fuel businesses generally - only the named company is exempted
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.