Key statistics: The monthly CPI indicator rose 4.9% in the 12 months to October. • The most significant price rises were Housing (+6.1%), Food and non-alcoholic beverages (+5.3%), and Transport (+5.9%). • Weighted average of eight capital cities, annual movement: {table} The monthly CPI indicator rose 4.9% in the 12 months to October, down from a rise of 5.6% in September. The annual movement for the monthly CPI indicator excluding volatile items and holiday travel rose 5.1% in October, down from the rise of 5.5% in September. This series excludes Fruit and vegetables, Automotive fuel, and Holiday travel and ... (full story)