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Record strength El Niño could mean bigger supermarket bills for Australians, experts warn
By Patrick Commins Economics editor

Predicted hot and dry weather in growing areas in eastern Australia identified as ‘one of the key issues’ that will affect food prices over next 12 months

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/sep/08/record-strength-el-nino-could-mean-bigger-supermarket-bills-for-australians-experts-warn

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House prices head for historic 10% drop as fourth interest rate hike looms
By Patrick Commins Economics editor

Cotality data reveals property prices are now falling in more than 90% of Australian suburbs, while analysts expect market downturn to continue

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/02/property-house-prices-drop-sydney-melbourne-brisbane-perth-adelaide-interest-rates

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