Outrage over Albo’s glaring omission in Easter message to Aussies: ‘Just a letter to the people you hate’

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has failed to make any mention of the ongoing fuel crisis in his Easter message to Australia.

In the wake of widespread backlash over the federal government’s handling of the crisis, he instead focused on family and faith while reflecting on the significance of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

It comes just two days after the Prime Minister delivered a rare address to the nation in which he urged Aussies to ‘enjoy your Easter’ but only fill up ‘like you normally would.’ 

‘For Christians, Easter is a time to reflect on the meaning of their faith,’ Albanese posted on Friday.

‘The celebrations and services held across our country will remind us of the values of love and forgiveness at the heart of the Easter story, values which strengthen and enrich our families, our communities and our society beyond measure.’

He added that this weekend should be a time of joy, generosity and togetherness for all Australians.

‘It will hopefully be a chance to catch up with family and friends, and maybe even take part in an egg hunt,’ he continued.

‘If you do have the chance to take a break from work this weekend, take it safe on the road and relish the chance to relax and recharge.’

In a separate post, he earlier wrote: ‘If you’re working this Easter weekend, you deserve your penalty rates.’

His Easter message did not go down well with many Aussies.

Thousands cancelled their Easter holiday plans due to the fuel crisis, while hundreds of service stations remain without fuel.

This is despite prices dropping at the bowser in recent days after the government slashed the fuel excise for three months.

As of Friday, 410 service stations across Australia are out of diesel and another 145 are out of unleaded petrol.

Fuel prices remain high in some areas, as service stations try to sell more expensive fuel purchased earlier.  

Many Aussies lashed out at Albanese for ruining their Easter plans, describing the message as ‘hollow and meaningless’.

‘Enjoy your day off Albo. I’ve been working in my small business all day trying to work out how to pass all these supplier fuel levies on to my customers without losing them. Happy Easter!’ one business owner fumed.

Another added: ‘Take a break from work? With fuel prices and the cost of living the way they are?! Hold my beer.’

A third wrote: ‘Can’t afford the fuel to go visit family like I had planned, thanks Albo.’

A fourth commented: ‘No mention of the millions of Christians who built and shaped our country, the important contributions they have made to modern Australia. And being close to Anzac Day, the Christian men and women who gave their lives so we might live in peace.’

Some renewed calls for the Prime Minister to resign.

Others questioned why his Easter message was a written statement, rather than a video or photo opportunity, which Albanese has done in recent years.

‘No photo or video post for the most sacred day on the Christian calendar. Even the Assyrian New Year came with a photo op. Never has there been a PM so intent on appeasing minority voters,’ another wrote.

Another added: ‘No video opportunity at a church today? Just a letter to the people you hate.’

But not everyone was critical. 

‘This is what leadership looks like. Thank you, Prime Minister,’ one woman wrote.

Another added: ‘No issue with his message. If he didn’t speak, you’d criticise, when he does speak, you criticise.’