Newman Fuel & Services is a combined fuel station and service outlet in Newman, Western Australia, supplying fuel and related automotive services under the Dunning’s fuel network.
Newman Fuel & Services is a local fuel station and service outlet in Newman, Western Australia, operated within the Dunning’s Fuel network. Dunning’s is a long‑established Western Australian fuel and lubricant distributor with service stations, truck stops, and depots across the state, supported from its Forrestfield head office near Perth. Newman Fuel & Services provides retail fuel (petrol and diesel), truck refuelling, basic convenience items, and access to Dunning’s fuel card facilities for both local residents and commercial customers in the Pilbara region. The site is managed as part of Dunning’s Newman operations, which can be contacted directly on (08) 9175 0355 or newman@dunningsfuel.com.au. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/contact?utm_source=openai))
A Newman Fuel & Services or Dunning’s Newman charge may appear on your bank or card statement when you purchase fuel or items at the Newman site, use an Outdoor Payment Terminal (OPT) after hours, or refuel using a Dunning’s fuel card that is ultimately billed to your linked credit or debit card. Many Dunning’s locations use an OPT system that first places a pre‑authorisation hold for a set amount (for example, a typical maximum fill amount) to verify funds before you pump; your bank then later posts the actual transaction for the fuel dispensed and releases the unused portion of the hold. This means you may briefly see a higher “pending” amount, duplicate‑looking authorisations, or small test/verification amounts when you first swipe or insert your card. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
If you’re unsure about a Newman Fuel & Services charge, start by checking the date and time of the transaction against when you or a family member refuelled in or around Newman, WA, and look for matching receipts from the servo or pay‑at‑pump terminal. Keep in mind that pre‑authorisation holds can remain on your account for several hours and, depending on your bank, sometimes up to 7 business days even though Newman Fuel & Services and Dunning’s only receive payment for the actual fuel amount. If the charge still looks unfamiliar, you can contact the Newman depot directly on (08) 9175 0355 or email newman@dunningsfuel.com.au, or reach Dunning’s head office via (08) 9622 1413 or enquiries@dunningsfuel.com.au, with your card statement, vehicle details, and approximate refuelling time so they can look up the transaction. You should also contact your bank if a pre‑authorisation hold is not released in a reasonable timeframe or if you suspect card fraud. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/contact?utm_source=openai))
Bank Statement Variations
1 known variations
These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Newman Fuel & Services.
Why do I see a higher ‘pending’ amount from Newman Fuel & Services than the fuel I actually bought?
Many Dunning’s sites, including Newman Fuel & Services, use an Outdoor Payment Terminal (OPT) that takes a pre‑authorisation for a fixed amount before you pump fuel. Your bank temporarily holds this larger amount to confirm sufficient funds, then later posts only the actual cost of fuel dispensed and releases the remaining balance. Depending on your bank, this hold can remain visible for several hours and in some cases up to 7 business days. If the higher amount does not drop off after that time, contact your bank first, then Newman Fuel & Services with the transaction details. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
What common amounts might I see from Newman Fuel & Services on my statement?
You may see amounts corresponding to typical fuel purchases (for example, round figures reflecting a full tank or a truck refuel) as well as standard pre‑authorisation values set by the OPT system. Sometimes the pre‑authorised amount and the final transaction will both appear temporarily, making it look like you were charged twice even though only the final fuel amount is actually captured. If you are a commercial customer using a Dunning’s fuel card tied to a monthly credit facility, your card may be billed in a single consolidated amount matching your monthly statement instead of individual fill‑ups. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
How can I cancel or pause a Dunning’s fuel card or account that’s being used at Newman Fuel & Services?
Dunning’s fuel cards and commercial credit accounts are managed centrally by Dunning’s Fuel, not by the individual Newman site. To cancel, suspend, or change limits on a card that might be used at Newman Fuel & Services, contact Dunning’s via (08) 9622 1413 or enquiries@dunningsfuel.com.au, or reach the Newman office directly on (08) 9175 0355 for guidance. Have your account number, card number, and business details ready so they can verify your identity and action the request. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
How do I request a refund or dispute a transaction from Newman Fuel & Services?
If you believe you were overcharged, double‑charged, or fuel was not dispensed correctly, collect as much information as possible—receipt copy, pump number, date and time, vehicle registration, and the exact amount shown on your statement. Contact the Newman depot on (08) 9175 0355 or email newman@dunningsfuel.com.au explaining the issue; they can check the pump logs and terminal records and, if an error is confirmed, process a correction or guide you through a refund. You should also notify your bank or card issuer promptly so they can place an investigation on the transaction if required. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/contact?utm_source=openai))
Why is there a Newman Fuel & Services charge even though my fuel transaction shows $0 at the pump?
If a pump is authorised but no fuel is dispensed—because you lifted and replaced the nozzle, took too long to start pumping, or a fault occurred—the OPT may still have placed a pre‑authorisation hold on your card. In these zero‑dollar fuel scenarios, your bank can continue holding the reserved amount until its internal time limit expires, even though Dunning’s and Newman Fuel & Services never receive the funds. This hold should automatically fall away, but if it doesn’t, contact your bank to request an early release and keep a note of the time you were at the pump in case Dunning’s needs to verify the event. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
Can Newman Fuel & Services help if a pre‑authorisation hold is not released by my bank?
Pre‑authorisation holds are controlled by your bank or card issuer, not by Newman Fuel & Services or Dunning’s Fuel, so only your bank can actually release the reserved funds. However, if your bank requests confirmation, Newman Fuel & Services or Dunning’s head office can typically confirm the actual amount captured for your transaction and that no additional funds are being claimed. Contact Newman on (08) 9175 0355 or Dunning’s on (08) 9622 1413 with the date, time, and amount shown on your statement so they can reference their OPT records. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/pre-auth-credit-app/?utm_source=openai))
How can I get a copy of a receipt for a Newman Fuel & Services transaction?
If you need a replacement receipt—for example, for business expense claims—note the transaction date and time, card type (Visa, Mastercard, etc.), and the amount that posted to your account. Then contact Newman Fuel & Services via (08) 9175 0355 or newman@dunningsfuel.com.au and request a copy; staff can usually retrieve details from their point‑of‑sale or OPT logs and email a receipt or provide written confirmation. For fuel card users, you can also refer to your monthly Dunning’s statement, which lists individual transactions with site details. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/contact?utm_source=openai))
What should I do if I don’t recognise a Newman Fuel & Services or Dunning’s Newman charge at all?
First, confirm that no family member, employee, or authorised driver used your card for fuel in or around Newman, WA, around the posted date—charges may appear under descriptors such as Newman Fuel & Services, Dunnings Newman, or similar variations. If no one recognises the purchase, immediately contact your bank or card issuer to report a possible fraudulent transaction and request a card block or replacement. You can also contact the Newman depot on (08) 9175 0355 with the transaction date, time, and amount; while they cannot access your bank account, they may be able to check whether a transaction with those details occurred on their terminal. ([dunningsfuel.com.au](https://www.dunningsfuel.com.au/contact?utm_source=openai))