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Australia’s state economies continue to move at different speeds. South Australia led growth in late 2025, supported by investment, labour market strength and housing momentum. WA also remains strong, with robust business investment, solid household spending, low unemployment and exceptional dwelling price gains. Queensland cooled after a strong Q3, though annual consumption and housing outcomes remain healthy. NSW and Victoria are improving more gradually, helped by firmer consumption and data-centre investment, although housing markets in Sydney and Melbourne continue to lag. Tasmania has improved modestly but weak consumption persists. The NT remains mixed, while the ACT’s recovery continues to rely heavily on public demand.1 |
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1 CommBank – State & Territory Quarterly Perspective – March 2026
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