Band 7+: The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

The given table compares the houshold monthly investment in Australia from 1991 and 2001.

Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that Australian families spent the largest amount of their budget on just two categories, namely food and other goods and services. Moreover, the expenditure on clothing was significantly smaller.

By 2001, family account allocation had changed considerably in Australia. Household expenditure on clothing and transport was significantly lower in 2001 than it was in 1991. Family investment in food was just $155 per month in 1991, which represented $160 in 2001. Meanwhile, the budget on electricity and water was almost double in 2001 at $120 every month, which was inconsiderable compared with $75 in 1991. Additionally, housing allocation indicated a smaller gap between 1991 and 2001, with a substantial increase from $95 to $100 per month. Australian individuals spent the highest amount of their income on other goods and services in both years, which was $250 in 1991 and $270 in 2001.