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Poppy Johnston and Alex Mitchell

Retail sales dig in with hotter than expected growth

The figures could be cause for cautious optimism for retailers coming into the festive season. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)

Australian retailers have had a better month as government programs and unusually balmy weather prised wallets open.

The value of goods and services sold by Australian retailers grew by a robust 0.9 per cent in September, much higher than the 0.3 per cent uplift forecast by markets.

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