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Jacob Shteyman

Dutton weighs in on RBA amid banana price rise warning

The Queensland flood disaster has put a dent in the nation's economy, and forced up banana prices. (Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS)

Inflation pressures could resurface if the Reserve Bank cuts rates prematurely, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has warned amid fears the north Queensland floods could push up grocery prices.

The devastating floods, which have led to two deaths, have hit banana and sugar supplies and are expected to have a minor impact on prices.

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