Is this a new era for the Reserve Bank?

For decades the Reserve Bank has done things the same old way: announcing their decision on interest rates the first Tuesday of every month, with just a short statement. But the RBA’s first decision of the year marked a new era of transparency. After announcing an interest rate pause this week, governor Michele Bullock hosted a candid press conference where the board’s decision was finally allowed to be questioned. Today, managing editor of The Saturday Paper , Emily Barrett, on whether the changes to the RBA will make a difference to everyday Australians. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Managing Editor for The Saturday Paper , Emily Barrett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.