Minns warns expected RBA rate rise will see ‘shops close that don’t reopen’ as pressure mounts on PM
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns warned that an anticipated interest‑rate rise by the Reserve Bank of Australia could force some businesses to close permanently, adding pressure on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. A Labor MP said voter anger is already high as the RBA decision approaches in the lead‑up to the meeting, reflecting growing frustration over the economy.