PRESS CONFERENCE, CANBERRA

CANBERRA, ACT, March 17 -- The Treasurer of Australia issued the following transcript: Note Subjects: Reserve Bank interest rate announcement, ACCC action over fuel pricing, petrol rationing Jim Chalmers: As you know, the Reserve Bank decided to increase interest rates to 4.1percent today. You can see in the statement that it was a close vote and it was a close call, and I think that reflects the uncertainty that we're seeing in the global economy, and the statement refers to risks in both d...


Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems Receives Water Transversality Global Award 2026 for Excellence in Rainwater Harvesting and Groundwater Management

India, March 16 -- Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, India - Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems, a Chikkamagaluru-based company known for its work in sustainable water solutions, has been awarded the Water Transversality Global Award 2026 in the category of Rainwater Harvesting and Groundwater Management. The national-level recognition acknowledges the organisation's significant role in advancing rooftop rainwater harvesting systems and promoting sustainable groundwater recharge practices acros...


Geeta Institute of Law Strengthens Legal Education Through Moot Court Training, Judicial Coaching and Research Initiatives

India, March 16 -- PANIPAT, HARYANA - Geeta Institute of Law (GIL), is further advancing its mission for a structured legal education system by emphasizing academic intensity, judicial service training, moot court participation, and success in national-level advocacy. Geeta Institute of Law (GIL)is situated opposite to DPS Panipat City on G.T. Road, Village Karhans, Samalkha, Panipat - 132103, Haryana. The institute provides a holistic law education program that seeks to attain a balance between...


Sansani' First Screening Receives Thunderous Response: Audience Celebrates, Director Sammir I Patel Overwhelmed

India, March 16 -- MUMBAI - The first trial screening of filmmaker Sammir I Patel's highly anticipated thriller-comedy Sansani (Bachelorette Party Gone Wild) was held recently in Mumbai, and the response has been nothing short of spectacular. The film, which premiered for a select audience of film enthusiasts and critics, left everyone thoroughly entertained, with laughter, applause, and appreciation filling the room. Overwhelmed by the love and positive feedback, director Sammir I Pat...


QUEENSLAND MAN FACES COURT OVER ALLEGED DISORDERLY BEHAVIOUR AT BRISBANE AIRPORT

CANBERRA, ACT, March 16 -- Australian Federal Police issued the following media release: A Queensland man is expected to appear in Brisbane Magistrate's Court today (16 March, 2026) charged with obstructing police and behaving in a disorderly manner at Brisbane Airport last month. The AFP responded to a request for assistance on 11 February, 2026, after the Mackay region man, 40, was allegedly aggressive towards an airport staff member in the Brisbane Domestic Airport terminal. When approache...


OPENING REMARKS - MEETING WITH THEIR MAJESTIES THE KING AND QUEEN OF DENMARK

CANBERRA, ACT, March 16 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release: ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER OF AUSTRALIA:I want to welcome Your Majesty the King on your first visit to Australia since your ascension. It's a pleasure as well to welcome Her Majesty the Queen, who has of course a very special relationship with our country. Australians have a great affection for both of you, and we also have a great affection for Denmark. Many of us have travelled there. We under...


APRA TO CONSULT ON ENHANCEMENTS TO BANK CAPITAL AND LIQUIDITY FRAMEWORKS

SYDNEY, March 16 -- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority issued the following media release: The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) will consult on a package of reforms to bank capital and liquidity settings aimed at maintaining the resilience of Australia's financial system and ensuring it remains well-positioned to absorb shocks and respond to periods of turbulence. The proposed changes follow several years of heightened geopolitical and market volatili...


SQM CONTRACTORS PTY LTD (IN LIQUIDATION) Issues ‘NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DECLARE DIVIDEND - 5.6.65(1)’

Australia, March 16 -- SQM CONTRACTORS PTY LTD (IN LIQUIDATION) (ACN: 169807774) has issued a ‘NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DECLARE DIVIDEND - 5.6.65(1)’ on March 16. The following are other related details: Status: In Liquidation Appointee/Solicitor: Nicarson Natkunarajah For more details, visit: https://publishednotices.asic.gov.au/browsesearch-notices/notice-details/SQM-CONTRACTORS-PTY-LTD-IN-LIQUIDATION-169807774/0a0aa06e-da5f-4638-bd6c-7f8adbcdde4f Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


VeroGuard Systems Pty Ltd Issues ‘NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DECLARE DIVIDEND - 5.6.65(1)’

Australia, March 16 -- VeroGuard Systems Pty Ltd (ACN: 617573001) has issued a ‘NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DECLARE DIVIDEND - 5.6.65(1)’ on March 16. The following are other related details: Status: Subject to a Deed of Company Arrangement Appointee/Solicitor: Michael Fung For more details, visit: https://publishednotices.asic.gov.au/browsesearch-notices/notice-details/VeroGuard-Systems-Pty-Ltd-617573001/7f7ca375-5619-4a19-a26f-903a9015263d Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


JMC Steel Works (VIC) Pty Ltd Issues ‘NOTICE OF EXTENSION OF PROPOSAL PERIOD - 5.3B.17(5)(a)(ii)’

Australia, March 16 -- JMC Steel Works (VIC) Pty Ltd (ACN: 650907083) has issued a ‘NOTICE OF EXTENSION OF PROPOSAL PERIOD - 5.3B.17(5)(a)(ii)’ on March 16. The following are other related details: Status: Restructuring Practitioner Appointed Appointee/Solicitor: Travis Pullen For more details, visit: https://publishednotices.asic.gov.au/browsesearch-notices/notice-details/JMC-Steel-Works-VIC-Pty-Ltd-650907083/c0a3bda0-8fee-4fb3-9f0e-d637d47fc2e0 Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....