The diversity and depth of Australian markets, by ensuring that avenues of financing are always available, also add to the resilience of the economy. I would also give some credit to the financial sector for contributing to the reduction in inflation volatility we have seen over the past 15 years.
* * *  1. ACKNOLDEGEMENTS Salutations Ladies and Gentlemen  2. FINANCE FINDER 1) Firstly, let me thank you for the warm welcome and kind courtesies extended and for your presence at this important gathering to launch the online Finance Finder portal, which I understand is the first of its kind in the country.2.