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Regional economic growth Australia
Australia's economy is still expanding, despite the impression the latest figures may give. Gross domestic product increased by 0.3 per cent in the March 2026 quarter, and 2.5 per cent over the year, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. While slower than the previous quarter, the figures suggest the economy remains on a positive path. Businesses across Echuca, Moama, Shepparton, and Deniliquin have seen that national growth provides useful context, but day-to-day success provides its own measure of success. Confidence can be found in examining the number of new customers, steady orders, reliable staff, and willingness to invest, as these all have a greater impact on local businesses than a headline GDP figure.
By Times News Group
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