Photo: Nick Monro / RNZExtra demand on Gull's discount day has left some of its petrol stations running low on fuel. "Sites that sold through yesterday, have, or are currently being refuelled for Gull's customers by our logistics' provider," a spokesperson said. Meanwhile, in Palmerston North, two pumps ran dry at supermarkets due to high consumer demand. AA spokesperson Terry Collins said the wider fuel network ran on a "just in time" basis and any extra demand from people panic buying would put stress on the system. Have you tried to purchase petrol at a station that's run out?

Source: Otago Daily Times March 13, 2026 14:01 UTC