Our Story: A Legacy of Fuelling Australia For Over 70 Years

Our story begins in the 1950s, when Lloyd Bonney, a pioneering businessman and the original Golden Fleece Agent in Tasmania laid the foundations for what would become one of the most respected names in Australian fuel distribution. Trading as Bonney Bros, Lloyd built a reputation for reliability, service, and strong community ties.

In 1977, Lloyd’s son Byron Bonney took the reins, and the business entered a new era as LN Petroleum, partnering with Caltex Oil to expand its operations across North East Tasmania. This partnership marked the beginning of a decades-long relationship with one of Australia’s leading fuel providers.

By the 1990s, the company was operating as Caltas, the official Caltex distributor for northern Tasmania, a name that became known for professionalism, regional expertise, and trusted supply.

In 2012, a new chapter began with the formation of Bonney Energy, following the expansion operations in Geelong and South West Victoria. 8 years later Caltas followed, rebranding to Bonney Energy, unifying the Tasmanian and Victorian businesses under the Bonney family name.

Since 2020, the Bonney family has proudly operated as an Ampol distributor across Victoria and Tasmania. We are honoured to partner with Ampol - Australia's largest, proudly Australian-owned fuel, new energy (EV) and convenience store company. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and supporting the evolving energy needs of Australian communities.

Now in its third and fourth generation, the Bonney family remains deeply proud of our heritage and excited for the future — delivering energy solutions with the same passion and purpose that began over 70 years ago.