Annual inflation rose to 2.7% in the June quarter, below expectations of just under 3%.
But no change expected when central bank reviews official cash rate next week.
The Westpac McDermott Miller Employment Confidence Index fell 7.4 points to 98.3 in the September quarter.
Economy surprises in the June quarter, with a recession rounded away.
Quarterly growth of 0.9% was above expectations, while no technical recession was recorded.
Final puzzle pieces reveal jobs growth, and tourism as the bright spot.
Damien O'Connor says today's ruling will give exporters confidence.
Global equities investment director says China has resources and wherewithal to manage issues.
Trade Minister Damien O’Connor’s trip to India gave the business mission ‘more gravitas’, Simon Bridges says.
Monetary and fiscal policies must have a restrictive bias to rebalance the economy.