SYDNEY: Australia’s central bank left interest rates at a record low Tuesday, sparing the country a rude shock ahead of Christmas, as wage growth stagnates and household debt rises.

“The low level of interest rates is continuing to support the Australian economy,” said Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe.

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