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03/10/2026

RBA lifts cash rate to 15-year high of 4.6%
- Hope Coumbe, Finance Editor

The Reserve Bank has raised the cash rate for the fourth time this year, squeezing borrowing capacities to the lowest levels seen since the recovery from the Global Financial Crisis.

The cash rate is now 4.6% and the highest seen in 15 years in Australia, a mammoth milestone amid a challenging 12 months for households plagued by high inflation.

29/09/2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.60% at its September meeting.

Four cash rate rises in a single year is significant. If you’d like to understand what this means for your repayments or explore your options, I’m here to help.

25/08/2026

The housing market may be changing, but good preparation never goes out of style. Whether you’re buying, building or paying off your mortgage, reach out and let’s make sure you’re well positioned.

16/06/2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained the official Cash Rate at 4.35% today.

08/05/2026

Hi Neighbours

For the third consecutive meeting, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.35% at its May meeting.

If you're feeling the pressure of back-to-back-to-back rate rises, it may be time to look at what options are available to you.

I'm here to help you work through what this latest increase means for your repayments and your plans.

17/03/2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.10% at its March meeting.

With rates on the move again, it's worth taking stock of where your loan stands and whether your current arrangements still work for you.
Get in touch if you'd like to talk through your options.

26/01/2026

25/01/2026

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09/12/2025

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) left the cash rate unchanged at 3.60% following its December monetary policy meeting.

If you’d like to understand what a steady cash rate means for your loan or future plans, I’m here to help.

04/11/2025

On Melbourne Cup Day, in line with expectations, the Reserve Bank of Australia has held the Cash Rate steady at 3.60%. The decision reflects a cautious stance, as inflation picked up in the September quarter and housing demand remains strong through Spring. The Board remains alert to ongoing uncertainty and is watching the data closely.