The Australian economy, from the source.
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Where things stand
GDP growth0.4%Jun qtr 2026 · +0.1 pts on previousInflation3.5%Jul 2026 · −0.3 pts on previousUnemployment rate4.5%Jul 2026 · unchanged on previousCash rate4.35%Aug 2026 · unchanged on previousWage growth3.2%Jun qtr 2026 · unchanged on previousAustralian dollarUS$0.712421 Sep 2026 · −0.0002 on previous
Commonwealth revenue, 2024-25
$717Bcollected from every source
25.8%of the whole economy
47%came from the largest source: individuals income tax
Every source of revenueWhere the Budget sends it, and the balance
Commonwealth spending, last 7 days
$415.4Mcommitted across 775 new contracts
32%of that value went through limited tender, without open competition
$200.1Mwent to the largest category: Management, business and administrative services
Agencies, suppliers and contractsWhat the money is buyingGrantsState contracts