RBA Raises Rates, Impact on Mortgages & Travel ✈️

RBA hikes rates again; banks pass on the increase, affecting mortgages. Record Aussie travel numbers amid the rate changes.

RBA Raises Rates, Impact on Mortgages & Travel ✈️
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50.6K views β€’ Mar 17, 2026
RBA Raises Rates, Impact on Mortgages & Travel ✈️

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The RBA lifted interest rates for the second time this year; the big four banks are quick to confirm they’ll pass on the official rate rise to standard variable rate borrowers; a record number of Australian residents return home from short term overseas trip and holidays on January

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