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Economy grows 1.1% in September quarter, 1.3% on year ago

Expectations were for a rise between 0.8-1.0%

Previous quarter revised lower to 1 pct contraction from 0.9%

Business services, manufacturing, construction lead growth

Telecommunications/media, education sectors contract

Data likely to back Reserve Bank holding cash rate at 2.25 pct for start of 2026.

The economy has rebounded from its mid-year slump as stronger manufacturing, construction, and business services pushed growth, backing the case for interest rates to be held

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