Two years ago, inflation was at 7%. Now it's at 2.4%, with the RBA's preferred measure also now within the target band. So is inflation finally under control?

EY Oceania Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about the March quarter CPI figures, and what it means for interest rates.

Two years ago, inflation was at 7%. Now it's at 2.4%, with the RBA's preferred measure also now within the target band. So is inflation finally under control?
EY Oceania Chief Economist Cherelle Murphy talks to Sean Aylmer about the March quarter CPI figures, and what it means for interest rates.

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Interview: Has the RBA slain the inflation dragon?

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Interest rate hikes, a fuel crisis, huge change at some of our biggest companies, and a very volatile week for markets - it's a battle for the biggest and most remarkable stories of the week.

Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson go head to head, with Adam Lang picking a winner in a fierce debate.

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The Saturday Edition | 21 Mar 2026

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ASX down 2.2pc for week


Fuel prices hit Coles


Cyclone Narelle crosses Cape York


Smiggle sales drop


Europe, Japan to help clear Strait of Hormuz

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Afternoon Report | ASX down for week

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Friday 20 March 2026

The National Cabinet establishes a fuel taskforce as the competition watchdog launches an investigation into the petrol companies. 
The unemployment rate jumps to 4.3 per cent
International airfares, having already risen, are set to go even higher
The richest 250 Australians revealed
Gas supplies targeted in the war in the Middle East

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Friday 20 March 2026
The National Cabinet establishes a fuel taskforce as the competition watchdog launches an investigation into the petrol companies.&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">The unemployment rate jumps to 4.3 per cent</li>
<li aria-level="1">International airfares, having already risen, are set to go even higher</li>
<li aria-level="1">The richest 250 Australians revealed</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gas supplies targeted in the war in the Middle East</li>
</ul>
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ACCC investigates petrol stations; unemployment jumps; airfares set to rise

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Interview: Has the RBA slain the inflation dragon?

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