FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 7 - The Untold Story

The RBA governor resorts to sport cliches on interest rates while stretched Australians try to keep up with costs

We now know that the central bank doesn’t think inflation will be back in its 2 to 3% target range until 2027

The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2025

Afternoon Update: RBA keeps cash rate on hold; female jockey’s Melbourne Cup win; and the forgotten republic of Transnistria

Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock says unexpected jumps in employment and inflation made the board ‘a little bit cautious’

The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2025

RBA keeps interest rates on hold, leaving borrowers looking further ahead for relief

As expected, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept the cash rate steady at 3.6%. Its board unanimously agreed it was better to “remain cautious” on interest rates.

The Conversation · Nov 4, 2025

RBA governor dismisses jobs fears but hints at rates hold after inflation uptick

Michele Bullock plays down concerns about rising joblessness as economists pencil in February for next reduction in borrowing costs

The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2025

Governor takes aim at tax barrier to economic mobility

The Reserve Bank has set its sights on one tax it says keeps owners of big homes from downsizing and people from relocating for better jobs and pay.

AAP · Oct 24, 2025

Australia’s surprise unemployment spike suggests an economy not overheating but in need of stimulus

Last week’s announcement that unemployment reached 4.5% in September came as a shock to the RBA, which must have been either embarrassed – or ecstatic

The Guardian - AU · Oct 22, 2025

Bank heads to open up before 'urgent' rate cut talks

Surprising unemployment data has many expecting interest rates are in for another trim, with two key figures in that decision set to give their reaction.

AAP · Oct 19, 2025

Blow for borrowers as Reserve Bank curbs rate-cut hopes

Crucial economic data in coming weeks could determine when mortgage holders can expect more interest rate relief, the Reserve Bank board says.

AAP · Oct 13, 2025

Reserve Bank to lay out reasons for not cutting rates

Australia's central bank will reveal what went on behind closed doors when it decided to keep the cash rate on hold, while key job figures are due for release.

AAP · Oct 12, 2025

Shaving red tape, inflation key to economic growth

The economy is in a "good spot" but one sector is proving more stubborn than expected, the boss of the Reserve Bank says.

AAP · Oct 10, 2025