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Consumer Price Index, Australia

30 October 2024

Consumer Price Index, Australia

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.2% this quarter.
Over the twelve months to the September 2024 quarter, the CPI rose 2.8%.
The most significant price rises this quarter were Recreation and culture (+1.3%), Food and non-alcoholic beverages (+0.6%), and Alcohol and tobacco (+1.3%).

Reference period

September Quarter 2024