Petrol stations could be forced to get rid of discount fuel displays as part of a push by Queensland to protect drivers.

The Palaszczuk Government has commenced community and industry consultation on the reforms, which it hopes will be signed off by mid-year.

“Under our proposed reforms, fuel retailers will still be able to offer and promote discount fuel price schemes, just as long as the full prices available to all motorists are displayed,” Minister Mark Bailey explains.

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The RACQ is backing the move and believes it will give the power back to motorists.

“Current price boards displaying discounts are confusing and designed to lure motorists into service stations under the guise of lower prices,” spokesperson Paul Turner said.

“Fairer fuel price signage will empower motorists and bring Queensland into line with advertising standards in several other States,” Mr Turner added.

“The regulation will even the playing field by forcing all retailers to advertise the true price. This will also allow motorists to make informed choices about where they want to fill up.”

Once given the green light, service station owners will have six months to implement the changes, which would take effect from January 2018.

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