Census paints a picture of average Aussie
Australia's population has more than doubled in the past 50 years, according to fresh census data showing the nation's cultural profile continues to change.
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Rates, inflation clouds spending outlook
Households were spending up earlier in the year, but rising interest rates and ballooning inflation are likely to curb activity.
Further sign of lame economy in early 2022
There are signs next week's national accounts will show the economy was barely growing in the first three months of the year.
War will depress growth globally, PM warns
Prime Minister Scott Morrison believes the war in the Ukraine will likely depress global economic growth.