The Reserve Bank has lifted its key interest rate for a second month in a row as it attempts to keep Australia’s economy on track for sustained growth.
Today’s widely tipped 25-basis-point increase raises the central bank’s cash rate to 3.5 per cent …
”Economic conditions in Australia have been stronger than expected and measures of confidence have recovered,” [RBA Governor Glenn] Stevens said.
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd responds:

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#1 by cosmicjester on 3 November 2009 - 6:30 pm
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Sometimes he looks like he is trying ever so hard to fit in.
#2 by Mr Pastry on 3 November 2009 - 9:00 pm
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Nice footage, but have a look at the lady with him – there are flies buzzing round her head. I am sure is no reflection on her personal hygiene but if you have ever seen “The Omen”, I have grave concerns for her safety.