The all groups CPI:

Rose 0.5% this quarter, compared with a rise of 0.5% in the december quarter 2016.

Rose 2.1% over the twelve months to the march quarter 2017, compared with a rise of 1.5% over the twelve months to the december quarter 2016.

Overview of CPI movements:

The most significant price rises this quarter are automotive fuel (+5.7%), new dwelling purchase by owner-occupiers (+1.0%), medical and hospital services (+1.6%) and electricity (+2.5%).

The most significant offsetting price falls this quarter are international holiday travel and accommodation (-3.8%), fruit (-6.7%) and furniture (-3.5%).