Food sales totalled $14.44 billion, rising 0.2 percent from June and 3.2 percent from the year-ago period.
The Institute of Public Accountants also said that the budget lacks genuine tax reform and targeted red tape reduction.
Stronger than expected growth in retail sales indicate inflation still a concern and may see interest rates rise in November.
Food sales totalled $14.44 billion, rising 0.2 percent from June and 3.2 percent from the year-ago period.
The Institute of Public Accountants also said that the budget lacks genuine tax reform and targeted red tape reduction.
Stronger than expected growth in retail sales indicate inflation still a concern and may see interest rates rise in November.