EIT Tairāwhiti will open its doors this week for its annual Information and Enrolment Day, giving people across the region a chance to explore study options and connect with staff before the 2026 academic year.
The event will take place on Thursday, October 16, from 9am to 6pm at the EIT Tairāwhiti Campus in Gisborne, with additional sessions at the Wairoa and Ruatoria Learning Centres from 10am to 2pm.
Actress Kristyl Neho outside EIT’s Tairāwhiti Campus in Gisborne where an information and enrolment day will be held this week.
EIT Tairāwhiti Executive Director Tracey Tangihaere says the day is about opening doors for people to study, train and build their future right here in Tairāwhiti.
“We are proud to offer pathways that allow people to study close to home, surrounded by whānau and community,” Tracey says. “It’s about providing opportunities for local people to gain qualifications that help build careers and lead to employment.”
She says the Information and Enrolment Day is also a great opportunity for people to meet staff, ask questions and see what campus life is like.
“Our team will be available throughout the day to help with course advice, support services and enrolment. Whether you’re leaving school, returning to study or looking for a new direction, we’re here to help you take that next step. Nau mai, haere mai”
EIT offers a wide range of qualifications, from certificates and diplomas to degrees and postgraduate programmes, with flexible full-time, part-time and online options.
“We have programmes that are already filling fast for next year, so we encourage people to come along, explore their options and enrol early to secure a place,” Tracey says.
For more information, visit the EIT website or follow EIT Tairāwhiti on Facebook and Instagram.
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – SIBUR, Russia’s largest producer of polymers and rubbers, announces that construction of its flagship investment project – the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (AGCC) in the country’s Far East – is 87.9% complete as of the end of September. A total of 31,700 people have been involved in the work on the site.
In August, delivery of oversized and heavy equipment for the new facility was completed. The transportation was carried out during the summer navigation season along the Zeya River in the Amur Region. Over the course of several years, more than 450 units of equipment, with a total weight exceeding 40,000 tons, have been delivered to the construction site.
The Amur Gas Chemical Complex is set to become one of the world’s largest polymer production plants. Its production capacity will be 2.3 million tons of polyethylene and 0.4 million tons of polypropylene per year. Polyethylene production is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, while polypropylene production is expected to start in early 2027.
Thanks to its scale, use of modern technological equipment, and access to hydrocarbon feedstock from Eastern Siberia, the Amur GCC will have one of the lowest production costs in the world.
The new SIBUR facility is located near the Chinese border and close to Russia’s Pacific ports. This favorable geographic position enables SIBUR to export Amur GCC products to Southeast and South Asian countries.
The Amur GCC will produce polyethylene grades that SIBUR has not manufactured before –such as mHDPE, which improves the stretchability of multilayer films without affecting their transparency, and PERT polyethylene for hot water pipes with enhanced strength requirements.
A new polypropylene production technology will significantly expand SIBUR’s current product range, adding specialized polypropylene grades for injection molding and BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene) films.
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BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 14 October 2025 – Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience on day 2 of the World Health Summit, the leading platform for global health. Against the backdrop of geopolitical crises, global leaders called for shared responsibility in shaping a healthier, more resilient world on the World Health Summit stage.
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Nina Warken, German Federal Health Minister, emphasized: “Germany is and remains a reliable and committed partner of the World Health Summit and also of WHO. In view of the current challenges, it is more important than ever to engage in constructive dialogue and work together to strengthen global health. The World Health Summit offers a good opportunity to deepen cooperation with international partners. Beyond that, we are also committed to consolidating international cooperation and strengthening institutions such as WHO. Germany will live up to its leadership in global health and international cooperation. Only in this way can we overcome global health challenges.”
“Taking political responsibility for health means choosing to cooperate, to invest, and to act before the next crisis,” stressed Hadja Lahbib, Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management and Commissioner for Equality. “The European Union has made that choice – by strengthening its preparedness and response capacities, and by driving global solidarity through the new Global Health Resilience Initiative. In a world of fragmentation, the EU stands for cooperation, trust in science, and shared responsibility – because our health, our security, and our future depend on it.”
Leaders also underscored that health security, sustainable financing, and global solidarity must remain central to building a stable and equitable future.
“In our divided and turbulent world, investing in public health has never been more essential, both as the foundation of stable and secure societies, and as a bridge to peace between communities and nations,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “We call on all countries and partners to focus on what matters most: the people we serve, and to harness the power of science, partnership and innovation to build a healthier, safer and fairer future.”
New Gallup Report Revealed at World Health Summit: Peace, Health and Emotional Wellbeing Rise and Fall Together
Peace, health and emotional wellbeing rise and fall together, according to Gallup’s inaugural State of the World’s Emotional Health report, launched in partnership with the World Health Summit. Drawing on 145,000 interviews across 144 countries and areas in 2024, Gallup finds nearly four in ten adults worldwide reported experiencing a lot of worry or stress the previous day – hundreds of millions more than a decade ago. In 2024, 39% of adults worldwide reported feeling worried the previous day, and 37% said they felt stressed. Reports of sadness (26%), anger (22%) and physical pain (32%) remain widespread. All are higher than they were a decade ago. The report pairs Gallup’s World Poll data with the Institute for Economics & Peace’s Global Peace Index and Positive Peace Index to show how people’s emotional lives intertwine with stability and health.
“Our work with the World Health Summit brings clarity to a simple truth: emotional wellbeing and peace are not separate pursuits. When one fails, the other follows. In less peaceful countries, people are far more likely to report sadness and anger, even after accounting for income differences,” states Gallup CEO, Jon Clifton. Positive emotions such as laughter, enjoyment, and respect are less common in less peaceful societies and depend more on GDP. This is not the case for negative emotions, which remain strongly tied to fragile peace — suggesting that while peace reduces distress, it does not deliver a positive emotional dividend above and beyond GDP per capita.
Reflecting on the findings, WHS CEO Carsten Schicker underscored the importance of this partnership: “Gallup’s new data confirm what we at the World Health Summit see every day: Peace, health and emotional wellbeing are inseparable. Emotional distress at a societal level is not just an individual burden; it is a warning sign for societal fragility, and a call to collective action. By working together across sectors, we can turn evidence into solutions that strengthen resilience and stability worldwide. That is why the World Health Summit is proud to partner with Gallup: Together, we bring health to the center of the global agenda.”
New Global Report Shows: Global Health Security Hangs in the Balance in a Volatile and Uncertain World
A new global report launched today at WHS 2025 outlines preparedness priorities to protect people worldwide from future pandemics and other health crises. The new Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB) 2025 report calls for scaled up investment in
primary health care, real-time risk assessment, and international cooperation to ensure local and global communities are ready to prevent and respond to the next pandemic.
“In our increasingly volatile and uncertain world, real preparedness for pandemics and other health emergencies must be anchored in well-functioning and well financed primary health care systems,” said Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, GPMB Co-Chair and former President of Croatia. “Robust primary health systems reach deep into communities, providing essential health services in peacetime and building the deep trust that is fundamental to an effective health response when crises strike.”
The GPMB, established in 2018 following the West Africa Ebola epidemic, monitors the state of the world’s preparedness for pandemics and other health crises. It is an initiative supported by the World Health Organization and the World Bank.
Reflecting on the findings of the GPMB report, World Health Summit President Axel R. Pries emphasizes: “To tackle emerging threats like pandemics and the climate crisis, we need resilient, inclusive systems, innovative financing, and genuine partnerships that empower local leadership. This requires a new approach to care – strengthening primary health care, engaging communities more closely, and ensuring a protected health workforce; and stronger cooperation – built on solidarity, equity, and the fair sharing of data, samples, and benefits. The World Health Summit helps drive this change by fostering collaboration and keeping health high on the international agenda.”
Links: Watch the Recording: WHS Signature Event: Taking Responsibility for Health in a Fragmenting World State of the World’s Emotional Health 2025 Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB) 2025 report: The New Face of Pandemic Preparedness
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TAIPEI, TAIWAN- Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – In celebration of the 60th Golden Bell Awards, the “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition (金鐘60/60特展)”, organized by the Bureau of Audiovisual and Music Industry Development (BAMID) under the Ministry of Culture (MOC), is now open at Warehouse 7B, Huashan 1914 Creative Park, running through October 19.
A view from the Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition features its striking gold centerpiece alongside a poster of the iconic TV drama Meteor Garden, symbolizing Taiwan’s shared memories across generations of television storytelling.
The exhibition traces six decades of Taiwan’s broadcasting and television industry evolution, revisiting milestone moments and landmark productions that have shaped the nation’s cultural landscape. It also underscores the Golden Bell Awards’ enduring role as a symbol of excellence in the industry.
The “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition” is organized into four themed sections, each offering a distinct perspective on the transformation of Taiwan’s radio and television industry. Designed as an immersive “world of entertainment,” the exhibition invites visitors to step both in front of and behind the scenes, fully experiencing the brilliance, milestones, and creative spirit that define six decades of broadcasting achievement.
The journey begins with “THE MOMENT – Stories of Generations: Witnessing the Firsts of Golden Bell and the Times,” exploring the pivotal beginnings and breakthroughs in Taiwan’s broadcasting history. Featuring cultural treasures such as Pei Mei’s Cookbook(培梅食譜), the beloved radio program Love Traffic Light(愛情青紅燈), and trophies from past Golden Bell Awards, this section retraces the early steps and daring experiments that marked each generation’s entry into a new media era.
Next, “THE MEMORY – Stories of the People: Reliving the Programs We All Followed” transports visitors back to Taiwan’s golden age of shared viewing, when families tuned in together to their favorite shows. Highlights include the original guillotine prop from Justice Bao(包青天), a recreated set from Nights of the Rose(玫瑰之夜), mascot dolls from Fruity Ice Cream(水果冰淇淋), and memorable clips from Taiwan Tornado(台灣龍捲風). Through these artifacts and reconstructions, the section celebrates how media has long served as both entertainment and a cross-generational bond.
The third section, “THE GLORY – Stories of Triumph: The Stage of Applause and Tears,” invites visitors to relive the emotional thrill of winning moments—complete with a replica Golden Bell trophy for photo opportunities. Exhibits include the physical mask from Copycat Killer(模倣犯) and a series of cross-generational interview videos that spotlight creativity, resilience, and artistic excellence across eras.
Finally, “THE UNSEEN – Stories Behind the Screen: The Unsung Heroes of Production” pays tribute to the behind-the-scenes professionals who bring every program to life. From recreated sets of classic variety shows to the shipbuilding scene from Lord Jiaqing and The Journey to Taiwan(嘉慶君遊台灣), this section highlights the craftsmanship and dedication that power the nation’s broadcasting legacy.
Through its four immersive chapters, the “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition” offers more than a retrospective—it stands as a celebration of the visionaries, creators, and audiences who have together shaped Taiwan’s vibrant media culture. The 60th Golden Bell Awards presentations will take place on Oct. 11, 17 and 18. For more information, visit the 60th Golden Bell Awards official website and Facebook page.
Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition Date: Now through October 19, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Venue: Warehouse 7B, Huashan 1914 Creative Park No. 1, Section 1, Bade Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Please attribute to Detective Inspector Craig Sheridan, Central District Manager – Criminal Investigations:
Police have arrested a man and charged him with murder in relation to the death of a six-month-old baby in Foxton Beach earlier this year.
Emergency services were called to a Seabury Avenue property on 29 June after the baby was found with critical injuries.
They were airlifted to Starship Hospital in Auckland, however they sadly died on 5 July.
Today, Police have arrested a 25-year-old man in Tauranga, and he is due to appear tomorrow in Tauranga District Court charged with murder.
Police will continue to support the baby’s family through this incredibly distressing time.
Police have undertaken a thorough and diligent investigation, and we are pleased to put someone before the courts to be held to account for this tragic death.
As the matter is now before the Court, Police are limited in what further comment can be provided.
ENDS
Note to media: A reminder that the Coroner has issued a non-publication order in respect of this victim. This remains in place.
Outstanding contributions to the road freight sector were recognised at Transporting New Zealand’s 2025 North Island Road Freight Industry Awards over the weekend in Napier.
The awards, hosted by Transporting New Zealand, celebrate individuals and organisations who drive excellence in the sector – not just on the road but also behind the scenes in workshops, boardrooms, dispatch centres, training yards and rural communities all over Aotearoa.
Greg Pert ofTranzliquidtook home the Supreme Contribution to Road Freight Award, sponsored by VTNZ, which recognises a lifetime of service, sector leadership and impact.
Greg Pert has long been a respected leader in the transport sector, previously serving as Chair of the Road Transport Forum and on the board of Transporting New Zealand. Under his leadership, Tranzliquid has introduced new standards for vehicle efficiency and championed driver training and cadetship pathways.
Foodstuffs North Islandwon the EROAD Outstanding Contribution to Health and Safety Award for embedding safety into every aspect of its operations. Through the mandatory use of Guardian by Seeing Machines and a suite of advanced vehicle safety systems, they’ve achieved major reductions in fatigue and distraction-related incidents.
Taylah Penn ofSharp as Linehaulis this year’s North Island EROAD Young Driver – a class 5 driver and emerging leader at just 20 years old. Taylah has demonstrated technical excellence, dedication, versatility, and strong team values, making her an inspiring example of the next generation driving the industry forward.
The Women in Road Freight Transport Award went to Hayley Alexander, CEO ofAlexander Group.Alexander has spent more than 20 years championing diversity, professionalism, and innovation in road transport. Hayley’s progressive vision, mentoring of young professionals, and tireless advocacy for women in transport make her an influential leader.
KAM Transportwere awarded the Fruehauf Outstanding Contribution to Innovation Award for their commitment to reducing the company’s environmental impact.
Clive Taylor Haulageearned the MITO Outstanding Contribution to Training Award under the leadership of Tania and Sooty Breach. Their workplace is one where training and development are part of everyday operations. This focus on learning, pride, and retention exemplifies a business that trains to retain.
Dom Kalasih, the chief executive for Transporting New Zealand, said it was heartening to see the range of skilled nominees and winners honoured at the Awards.
“This is a challenging time for many businesses. The number and quality of nominees for these awards show how talented and resilient the freight sector is, and the amount of hard work that’s going on to raise industry standards.”
About Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealandis the peak national membership association representing the road freight transport industry. Our members operate urban, rural and inter-regional commercial freight transport services throughout the country. Road is the dominant freight mode in New Zealand, transporting 92.8% of the freight task on a tonnage basis, and 75.1% on a tonne-km basis.
The road freight transport industry employs over 34,000 people across more than 4700 businesses, with an annual turnover of $6 billion.
Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ)
The Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) says while data from the New Zealand Banking Association (NZBA) showed that first-time buyers accounted for a quarter of all new home loans in the first half of this year, it should have been higher.
FAMNZ managing director Peter White AM said with falling interest rates and lower house prices, this is the best time to enter the property market.
However he said too many younger people falsely believe they can’t qualify for a home loan, and others give up after being refused a loan by a major bank.
“There are far too many naysayers who preach doom and gloom and they are in fact destroying dreams,” Mr White said.
“Mortgage advisers deal with consumers every week who don’t believe they can qualify for a loan or refinance, only to find they can,” he said.
“They just haven’t received the right advice.”
He said consumers should remember that banks can only offer their own products and each has different lending criteria, “so if you are rejected by a bank, it’s not necessarily the end of the road and it doesn’t always mean you can’t afford it.”
His advice to first home buyers – even before they apply for a loan – is to reach out to a mortgage adviser and learn about the process and the options available.
“Everyone is in a different place in life, and each borrower has different needs.
“If you walk into a bank branch and they can’t help you because their product isn’t suitable, they aren’t going to send you to the lender down the road even if they know that lender can help you.
“Whereas a mortgage adviser has so many options like second-tier banks and non-bank lenders, and is obligated to help you find the product most suitable to your specific needs.”
Mr White said these are the reasons more Kiwis are turning to mortgage advisers than ever before.
“It is frustrating for many who are paying rent when they realise they could pay the same or less for a mortgage, yet they think they can’t qualify.
“Of course not everyone can, but it’s worth exploring options.”
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – Early this month, Carpe Diem Beach Club celebrated the highly anticipated return of its signature series, La Dolce Vita Sundays, with a spectacular relaunch event on 5 October at Phuket’s Bangtao Beach.
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The brunch-to-sunset gathering drew a stylish crowd of locals, expats, and international visitors, marking the start of Phuket’s high season with Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, music, and entertainment.
The beachfront celebration began with a vibrant buffet brunch featuring live cooking stations and Chef Álvaro Ramos Palancarejo (Chef Palanca) as special guest. Chef Palanca delighted attendees with a culinary performance showcasing his signature dishes, including scallops on salmorejo, paella lobster, and arroz negro, setting the tone for an indulgent afternoon.
As the sun shifted into golden hour, the atmosphere transformed into a lively poolside party with resident DJs carrying the energy into the evening. Guests enjoyed premium cocktails, champagne, and bottle service in Carpe Diem’s signature poolside bed lounge, while immersive performances and a fire show finale lit up the night sky.
La Dolce Vita Sundays are now officially back at Carpe Diem Beach Club with multiple package selections, including beach lounge chairs, pool deck and beach beds, and all-day experiences.
For upcoming events, reservations, and more information, visit carpediemphuket.com.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – During the National Day holiday, the Hong Kong SAR Government partnered with various sectors to launch a series of cultural and leisure initiatives aimed at celebrating the festive season with the public. Among these, the “Half-Price Movie Day” campaign, organized by commercial cinemas citywide on October 1, sparked a surge in demand. Several cinema ticketing systems experienced unprecedented traffic spikes within a short timeframe, leading to long queues and congestion, with estimated wait times reaching up to 99 minutes. In contrast, cinemas such as Emperor Cinemas and Cinema City demonstrated operational resilience, maintaining stable system performance under heavy traffic and delivering a seamless seat selection and ticketing experience for customers. This stability was underpinned by the robust capabilities of Damai Entertainment’s Fenghuang Yunzhi iCIRENA smart system.
Fenghuang Yunzhi is a digital cinema management platform developed by Damai Entertainment, currently deployed across 5,600 cinemas in mainland China, where it holds a leading market share. In March 2024, drawing on of its extensive experience in the mainland film market, Damai Entertainment launched iCIRENA — the international version of Fenghuang Yunzhi — at the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market.
iCIRENA’s strong performance during the National Day cinema surge can be attributed to its native cloud-based architecture and advanced algorithmic technology. The platform overcomes the technical limitations of traditional cinema management systems, delivering significant improvements in data processing efficiency and overall system performance.
A cinema manager using the iCIRENA smart system said: “The system performed exceptionally well, particularly during the presale for ‘Half-Price Movie Day’, when many other cinemas experienced long queues and system outages. iCIRENA delivered a seamless ticketing experience, which undoubtedly boosted our sales performance.” Another cinema staff member added: “The stability of iCIRENA far exceeds that of our previous system. Its core strength lies its real-time responsiveness to market dynamics, enabling us to adjustment screening strategies on the fly based on live data.” Additionally, iCIRENA’s comprehensive functionality has enhanced the cinema’s broader “Movie+” business operations. “With iCIRENA, customers can conveniently purchase popcorn and snacks online, further increasing our revenue.”
The performance disparity between cinema systems during this National Day period underscores a growing technological divide in the film industry’s digital transformation. The digital management model exemplified by iCIRENA not only enhances system performance and user experience in ticketing operations, but also paves the way for broader innovation and technological advancement across the sector. As audience expectations for online ticketing continue to rise, stable, efficient, and intelligent systems are becoming essential to a cinema’s competitive edge. iCIRENA’s success during the “Half-Price Movie Day” campaign offers a replicable blueprint for digital upgrades, potentially accelerating the development of smart cinemas throughout Hong Kong.
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