NGAARDA STATEWIDE NEWS: WEDNESDAY 18 MARCH 2026

Here are this morning’s stories from the Ngaarda news team:

The Australia Institute says the latest interest rate rise to 4.1 per cent will not reduce inflation driven by global fuel prices and will instead increase pressure on households.

First Nations business leader Tania Stevens has won the Outstanding Woman in Resources Award at the 2026 CME Women in Resources Awards.

The Kimberley Agriculture and Pastoral Company says cattle theft is becoming more frequent and concerning, with multiple animals recently taken in a single incident.

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows more than 60 per cent of Australians are not meeting their calcium intake needs, raising concerns about bone health.

The Shire of Ashburton has joined the Australian Mining Cities Alliance to strengthen advocacy on issues like housing, infrastructure and services in the Pilbara.

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