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Just take care of the pence and the pounds will take care of themselves - my motto to learn English. This blog helps me to review and learn English usage in connection with current Aussie affairs.

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Thursday, February 23, 2006

convene

v. assemble; gather

INFLATION will remain low and investment attractive as business spending replaces easing household demand, says Reserve Bank deputy governor Glenn Stevens.

Mr Stevens, speaking at a seminar convened by the Institute of Chartered Accountants, said continued demand for resources, increased business investment, strong profits and low finance contributed to a propitious investment environment.

His comments came as figures showed wage increases were not a threat to inflation and the Australian Stock Exchange was at near record highs

[ Higher wages no threat to inflation ]

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