Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock has injected a “breath of fresh air” at the top of the central bank, but her first year at the helm has brought missteps that detract from her otherwise confident handling of monetary policy, economists say.

Respondents surveyed by The Australian Financial Review said while Ms Bullock had been more transparent than her predecessor Philip Lowe – helped by the introduction of press conferences after every rate decision – there were “inconsistencies” apparent in the governor’s communication.