The Australian economy eked out growth of 0.4% in the first quarter with the government claiming figures released today show its stimulus package is taking effect.
The new Australian Bureau of Statistics data, which showed 0.4% growth to the year ending March – the lowest annual growth rate since 1991 – means that Australia has technically avoided recession.
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