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7 October 2026

Australia 'not in a good space' as Albanese continues to stumble

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Australia 'not in a good space' as Albanese continues to stumble

Institute of Public Affairs Chief Economist Adam Creighton says Australia's cash rate is likely to be 4. 85 per cent by the end of the year as pressure mounts on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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