APRA RELEASES ANNUAL PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE SURVEY

SYDNEY, Sept. 16 -- Australian Prudential Regulation Authority issued the following media release: The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released its annual private health insurance coverage survey publication for the December 2024 reference period. The Private Health Insurance Annual Coverage Survey provides a snapshot of the number of people, by age, gender and state, with hospital treatment cover at December each year. The survey is available on the APRA website at:Priva...


TELEVISION INTERVIEW - TODAY

CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 16 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release: KARL STEFANOVIC, HOST: The Prime Minister's landmark defence deal with Papua New Guinea seems to have hit a last minute snag. SARAH ABO, HOST: To discuss, the PM joins us live now from Port Moresby. Prime Minister, good to see you. So, do we have a deal or not? ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. We certainly do, and PNG, of course, as a sovereign nation, are just going through their pro...


TELEVISION INTERVIEW - ABC NEWS BREAKFAST

CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 16 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release: BRIDGET BRENNAN, HOST: Good morning to you, Prime Minister. I think I can nearly wave at you from the Torres Strait. How's the mood there in PNG? ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. Well, you can. If you're on Saibai, you could swim, because you can see PNG from that island. BRENNAN: Yeah, it really reminds us just how close in relationship and economic ties and all sorts of ties that we...


Personal Loans on Bajaj Markets: Flexible Funding for Medical, Travel, and Lifestyle Priorities

Pune,15 September -- Bajaj Markets addresses diverse financial needs with personal loan options crafted to offer flexibility, convenience, and effortless access to funds. Whether individuals want to be prepared for medical emergencies, a much-awaited vacation, or lifestyle upgrades, Bajaj Markets provides a hassle-free borrowing experience tailored for consumers. The platform connects applicants with 20+ reputed personal loan lenders, enabling selection of loan offers based on credit profiles a...


Dr. Rajesh R. Agarwala: The Egalitarian Earth Warrior's Journey to the Silver Screen

India, Sept. 15 -- For decades, Dr. Rajesh R. Agarwala has stood at the forefront of sustainable business, ethical trade, and environmental consciousness. As the founder of RKG International FZC, his relentless commitment to recycling, reducing industrial waste, and ensuring a greener future has not only revolutionized his industry but also made a lasting global impact. Now, his inspiring life story is being adapted for the silver screen, with veteran filmmaker Rajiv S. Ruia lending his cinemati...


Is India's NorthEast setting precedent of Integrated Development for Global South?

India, Sept. 15 -- India Water Foundation (IWF) made significant contributions at the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), being held in Geneva from 8th September to 8th October 2025 by organising official side events and making oral interventions. .IWF organised a High-Level Policy Dialogue titled "From Periphery to Mainstream: North East India's Development Pathways" on 12 September at Palais des Nations, bringing together policymakers, experts, and UN representativ...


TELEVISION INTERVIEW - ABC AFTERNOON BRIEFING

CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 15 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release: PATRICIA KARVELAS, HOST: The Prime Minister is in Papua New Guinea for a week of celebrations for the nation's 50th anniversary of independence. He joins us now from Port Moresby. Prime Minister, welcome to the program. ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good afternoon, Patricia. KARVELAS: You're in PNG. You're about to sign a historic agreement. Will it fully integrate the Australian and PNG militar...


NSW SOUTH COAST MAN IN COURT CHARGED OVER MOBILE PHISHING SCAM

CANBERRA, ACT, Sept. 15 -- Australian Federal Police issued the following media release: Editor's note:Vision and images from the arrest and seized items available via Hightail. A NSW South Coast man is expected to face Batemans Bay Local Court today (15 September, 2025) over an alleged mobile phishing scam targeting customers of a telecommunications provider. Police allege that in early August, 2025, the Tomakin man sent phishing text messages to customers claiming their mobile service would...


FIVE DRIVERS CAUGHT FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING AND SPEEDING OVER THE WEEKEND

Belconnen, ACT, Sept. 15 -- ACT Policing issued the following media release: Five drivers were caught for impaired driving and speeding offences last night in separate incidents across Canberra. About 5:15pm yesterday (Sunday, 14 September 2025), police detected a vehicle travelling in excess of the speed limit on William Hovell Drive, Cook. Police subjected the 38-year-old female driver to a roadside drug test which returned a positive indication to methamphetamine. The driver will face court...


POLICE SEEKING WITNESSES TO MAN IN BELCONNEN WITH IMITATION HANDGUN

Belconnen, ACT, Sept. 15 -- ACT Policing issued the following media release: ACT Policing is seeking the public's help following reports of a man who allegedly pointed a handgun at multiple members of the public today. About 8:30am this morning (Monday, 15 September 2025), police responded to reports of the man walking along Chandler Street in Belconnen with a black handgun. Police will allege the man pointed the firearm at buildings, cars and several members of the public. A short time late...