Thursday 2nd December 2021 

The economy slowed during the September quarter, but nowhere near as much as expected, auguring well for the future.

Also today:
Joe Biden’s top advisor in the region says China will re-engage with Australia 
Two of the country’s highest profile politicians to quit at the next election
Donald Trump talks about his comeback

Thursday 2nd December 2021&nbsp;
The economy slowed during the September quarter, but nowhere near as much as expected, auguring well for the future.
Also today:
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<li aria-level="1">Joe Biden&rsquo;s top advisor in the region says China will re-engage with Australia&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Two of the country&rsquo;s highest profile politicians to quit at the next election</li>
<li aria-level="1">Donald Trump talks about his comeback</li>
</ul>

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Economy slows but outlook strong, PM supporters quit, Trump comeback talk

Michael hits Sean and Adam with five questions — no notice, no prep — all their use of cash. Who still carries it, when did they last receive it, and would they miss it if cash disappeared tomorrow?

Michael hits Sean and Adam with five questions &mdash; no notice, no prep &mdash; all their use of cash. Who still carries it, when did they last receive it, and would they miss it if cash disappeared tomorrow?

Five Questions: When was the last time someone handed you cash? 

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