Please attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer:
Whangārei Police are appealing for information following a suspicious fire at a Tikipunga property on 2 January.
At around 5.30am that day, a member of the public driving down Kiripaka Road came across a vehicle on fire on the front lawn of a residential property.
The member of the public alerted the occupants of the house, and assisted them with moving another vehicle to ensure that did not also catch fire.
Police would like to speak to this member of the public, and any other potential witnesses who may have seen or heard something suspicious in Kiripaka Road around the time of the fire.
If you can help, please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 250102/5758.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
BAODING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 January 2025 – 28th December, 2024, at the prestigious LIWA Hero Festival in the Middle East, GWM’s TANK 500 Hi4 Z edition lead the charge and made a bold and unforgettable entrance, capturing the attention of off-road enthusiasts and global fans alike. Through an exciting series of events, numbers of renowned KOLs and influencers as they embark on a journey with the GWM off-road family, showcasing the brand’s unmatched off-road capabilities and celebrating its groundbreaking Hi4-Z technology. This experience transcends mere driving—it’s a testament to China’s leadership in off-road innovation, creating a new standard in the global off-road community.
GWM’s Hi4 Off-Road Family Takes Over LIWA: A Journey Through Adventure and Innovation
In the golden sands of the Liwa Desert, where the dunes stretch as far as the eye can see, the 2024 Liwa Hero Festival became the stage for Great Wall Motor (GWM) to redefine off-road excellence. With the TANK 500 leading the charge, GWM once again demonstrated its commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation, proving that Chinese engineering is a force to be reckoned with on the global stage.
This year’s festival brought together off-road enthusiasts, automotive experts, and influencers from across the globe. Amid the desert’s demanding terrain, the TANK 500 emerged as a star, showcasing its advanced Hi4-Z hybrid platform and delivering an awe-inspiring performance that sparked global conversations across social media.
The Liwa Desert: A Test of True Off-Road Prowess
The Liwa Desert, nestled in the UAE, is home to some of the world’s most challenging off-road terrains. Renowned for its towering sand dunes like the iconic Moreeb Dune, also known as the “Tall Hill,” this desert offers a unique blend of natural beauty and extreme difficulty. Moreeb Dune rises to over 300 meters, with a slope gradient exceeding 50 degrees, making it a true test of any vehicle’s capability. Other formidable challenges include: Sabkha (Salt Flats): These deceptive, flat surfaces demand high traction control and stability due to their soft, shifting layers. Slip Faces: Sudden drops and steep inclines require precise torque distribution and power management. Deep Sand Traps: These stretches test a vehicle’s ability to maintain momentum without losing traction. Each of these features makes the Liwa Desert an unforgiving environment, ideal for proving the mettle of GWM’s off-road vehicles.
The TANK 500 turned heads at the festival, not only for its commanding design but also for its revolutionary Hi4-Z hybrid platform, which has redefined what an off-road vehicle can achieve. As the first platform of its kind, Hi4-Z combines raw power with cutting-edge hybrid efficiency, tailored specifically for extreme conditions.
Moreeb Dune, one of the most famous and steepest dunes in the Liwa Desert, rises at an almost vertical angle of 50 degrees. It’s here that the TANK 500’s Hi4-Z system truly shines, effortlessly climbing steep inclines and tackling the toughest sand conditions with its strong torque and power output. The Hi4-Z system delivers a combined power output of 715 kW, allowing the TANK 500 to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds. This power, paired with a 3-speed DHT transmission, ensures seamless gear shifts and optimal performance across various terrains.
As the convoy ventures through the desert, deep sand pits, sand dune valleys, and rapid dune crossings test both the vehicles’ capabilities and the drivers’ skills. The TANK 500, with its advanced suspension system and Hi4-Z hybrid system, absorbs the shock of the deep sand valleys, providing a smooth and stable ride even in the most unpredictable conditions. The Hi4-Z platform’s torque distribution between the electric and combustion engines ensures that no terrain is too difficult to navigate. With a pure electric range of 200+ km, the TANK 500 offers an eco-friendly yet powerful solution for extended adventures. Its fast-charging capability adds 120 km of range in just 15 minutes, ensuring minimal downtime during long off-road expeditions.
Next, the spotlight shifts to the Moresha Dune Challenge, where the TANK 500 leads the pack, charging ahead with its striking red exterior. As it takes on the famous dunes, KOLs drove TANK 500s to take on some of the most challenging off-road conditions. The TANK 500’s remarkable performance is on full display, easily outpacing other vehicles, thanks to the TANK 500’s body-on-frame body structure and high-strength chassis, as they were critical in tackling steep inclines and uneven surfaces, providing unmatched durability and stability in the harsh desert environment. Meanwhile, a high-density 234 Wh/kg lithium-ion battery, the Hi4-Z platform supports superior energy efficiency and discharge power, outperforming other plug-in hybrid vehicles in its class.
Celebrating the Off-Road Family: A Festival of Innovation and Unity
The Liwa Hero Festival also provided a platform to showcase GWM’s full range of off-road vehicles, including the TANK 300, HAVAL H9, and POER series. Each model highlighted GWM’s commitment to creating vehicles that cater to diverse off-road needs, from family-friendly adventures to professional-grade challenges.
One of the event’s most anticipated moments is the User Gala, where key GWM executives, take the stage to discuss the brand’s achievements and future. As the leaders highlight the impact of GWM’s off-road family and the success of the TANK 500, KOLs share their thoughts, recapping the most memorable moments of the event.
The festival kicked off with a comprehensive exhibition of GWM’s off-road family. Influencers and KOLs provided real-time reviews, delving into the design, performance, and technological advancements of the TANK 500 and its siblings. Attendees also had the chance to interact with GWM’s technical experts, gaining insights into the mechanics behind the Hi4-Z and Hi4-T platforms.
Over 28 GWM vehicles formed a convoy, parading through the dunes and creating an awe-inspiring spectacle. The convoy’s finale featured the vehicles forming the GWM logo, symbolizing unity and innovation—a moment that quickly went viral online. The highlight of the festival saw the TANK 500 take on the legendary Moresha Dune. With its iconic red finish, the vehicle led the pack, climbing the steep incline effortlessly, thanks to its exceptional torque and power distribution. This feat solidified the TANK 500’s reputation as a true off-road champion. GWM invited enthusiasts and vehicle owners to share their personal off-road stories, creating a sense of community and global connection. Their tales, combined with live demonstrations, showcased the TANK 500’s versatility in real-world scenarios. The festival concluded with a vibrant gala, featuring local music, cuisine, and a campfire gathering. GWM executives emphasized the company’s vision for global collaboration and cultural exchange, ensuring that the TANK 500 represents not just technology but also a bridge between diverse communities.
The success of the TANK 500 at the Liwa Hero Festival marks a turning point in how Chinese vehicles are perceived globally. GWM is not merely exporting products; it is sharing a vision of off-road culture that resonates with enthusiasts worldwide.
From the deserts of the Middle East to the rugged trails of Australia and the forests of North America, GWM is integrating localized insights into its vehicle designs. This global approach ensures that each model meets the unique demands of its market while preserving its core identity as a high-performance off-road machine. As GWM continues to innovate, the TANK 500 and the Hi4-Z platform represent only the beginning of a broader strategy to lead the global off-road market. By embracing a philosophy of long-termism and professional dedication, GWM is setting new standards for hybrid technology, sustainability, and user experience.
What’s Next for GWM?
– Diverse Powertrain Options: Expanding the Hi4-Z platform to include more solutions in the Hi4 Tech Family, catering to a wide range of user preferences and environmental needs.
– Global Expansion: Establishing localized manufacturing and service centers, ensuring that GWM’s vehicles and expertise are accessible to enthusiasts worldwide.
– Community Building: Strengthening the bond between GWM and its users through immersive experiences like the Liwa Hero Festival, fostering a global community of off-road enthusiasts.
The TANK 500’s triumphant performance at the Liwa Hero Festival is more than just a milestone for GWM; it’s a call to action for off-road enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you’re scaling dunes, navigating forests, or embarking on urban adventures, GWM invites you to be part of a journey where innovation meets passion and where every terrain is a new opportunity to push boundaries.
Stay connected with GWM for more updates on its groundbreaking vehicles and initiatives. Together, we’re not just driving change—we’re redefining the future of off-roading.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 January 2025 – The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) has opened individual membership in time for Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, with the objective of bringing a suite of strategic solutions to a broader membership base. This was only previously available to the corporate sponsors and supporters of the high-profile advocacy platform.
In this exciting move, timed to be part of the deeper focus on ASEAN in Malaysia, individual business people can now leverage the access and advocacy efforts of MGBF. The first 118 members will also be known as founding members. These members will receive priority access to meetings and events along with an exclusive MGBF merchandise.
The companies, trade associations and governments will still be able to engage with the MGBF on a project-by-project basis or by sponsoring a dedicated event, research project or engagement programme. This approach will ensure that the objective of each corporate sponsor is met and that the MGBF is part of a sustainable future.
Nordin Abdullah, Founding Chairman of MGBF, said, “We have seen many chambers of commerce and business councils struggle over the past few years with issues around membership renewal. It is not something we want our members to face, so we have created a lifetime membership programme for individuals. This allows individual business people and those in the corporate sector to have access to the membership benefits and have a sense of loyalty.”
MGBF empowers stakeholders at the intersection of international and Malaysian business. Through government relations, business intelligence, advocacy, media engagement, market research, networking, advisory and business matching, MGBF delivers results for individuals, corporations, trade and business associations, and national and state governments.
“This comes at an important time with Malaysia taking on the chairmanship of ASEAN. The country will see a host of high-level political visits that will be accompanied by business leaders and government officials. Business people need to be kept abreast of these developments at the ASEAN level and the other bilateral and multilateral developments which impact their business and supply chains,” continued Nordin who is a frequent speaker in international business events.
The Malaysia Global Business Forum advocates for successful outcomes for its members while providing a powerful platform to communicate with stakeholders in government, community and the broader business community. This together with an attention to detail ensures that members will see the MGBF as part of its “suite of strategic solutions” in the dynamic business environment that is Malaysia and ASEAN.
“We will take a strategic view of the various states in Malaysia. Businesses need access to the high-level decision makers in the various states. At the same time, state governments are looking to energise their business ecosystem and attract real investors to set up operations. This is a critical gap that the Malaysia Global Business Forum will endeavour to address for its members,” concluded Nordin who is also a regular commentator in the media.
The next event will be the MGBF Roundtable that will focus on the emerging area of “Corporate Community Involvement in Sports”. The goal of the roundtable is to understand the gaps in the corporate-community ecosystem and how involvement in sports by the corporate sector will create value in terms of community engagement, communication, stakeholder management and meeting corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals. To sign up for this engaging event visit https://www.linkedin.com/events/mgbfroundtable-corporatecommuni7279369593976975360/.
The Malaysia Global Business Forum lifetime membership fee is RM500 plus SST for Malaysian residents and USD150 for international members. To sign up, follow this link: https://forms.gle/zquSwAXGWukZWNAw6
For more information about the Malaysia Global Business Forum, visit www.MalaysiaGlobalBusinessForum.com.
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Auckland healthcare workers, along with members of the local community, gathered for a silent vigil in solidarity with the victims of the recent attack on Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza.
On December 27th, the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) carried out another devastating assault on a hospital, Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, bombing and burning the facility, before forcibly evacuating patients, healthcare workers, and families seeking refuge. Among those abducted during the attack were 240 individuals, including the hospital’s director, Dr. Hussan Abu Safiya. Dr. Abu Safiya’s unwavering commitment to his community has drawn international attention to the critical role healthcare professionals play during times of war and the profound humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.
The attack on Kamal Adwan Hospital is being denounced as a war crime under international law, with global calls for accountability and justice.
Dr. Abdallah Gouda, a Palestinian orthopaedic surgeon whose family was displaced to Gaza City’s Rafah camp in 1948, will also be present at the vigil. Dr. Gouda, who immigrated to Aotearoa with his family in 2011, will stand in solidarity with healthcare workers and the Palestinian people, as well as to raise awareness about the ongoing atrocities in Gaza.
This peaceful vigil honored the victims of the Kamal Adwan Hospital attack and to stand with all healthcare professionals working under the most dire and dangerous conditions.
DETAILS of Vigil: Date: Friday, 3 January 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Auckland Hospital, along Park Road, Grafton.
IHC New Zealand would like to recognise and honour the life and work of former MP Dame Tariana Turia who died today.
Dame Tariana led the Disability Issues portfolio from 2009-14 and, alongside IHC, championed a range of critical issues including inclusive education, participation, presence and learning of disabled children while at school.
IHC Acting Chief Executive Janine Stewart says the former Labour Party Minister was a staunch supporter of people with intellectual disability to live full and satisfying lives in their community.
“Dame Tariana, having first-hand experience of whānau with intellectual disability, was incredibly committed to whānau playing an active role in the support of their loved ones,” says Janine. “She recognised the importance of self-advocacy, for people to be able to stand up for, and express, their own needs, which led through to the very early conversations around Enabling Good Lives.
“Māori make up a significant number of people with intellectual disability in New Zealand, and so Dame Tariana was a Minister who had a real understanding of how to respond to the needs of all people with intellectual disability across New Zealand.”
About IHC New Zealand
IHC New Zealand advocates for the rights, inclusion and welfare of all people with intellectual disabilities and supports them to live satisfying lives in the community. IHC provides advocacy, volunteering, events, membership associations and fundraising. It is part of the IHC Group, which also includes IDEA Services, Choices NZ and Accessible Properties.
Covering period of Friday 3 – Monday 6 January – The wet and cool start to 2025 is forecast to continue this weekend for many parts of Aotearoa New Zealand. However, some regions can look forward to periods of settled weather, and by Monday, the bulk of the South Island and western North Island have a drier, brighter day on the cards.
Today (Friday) sees a wet day for much of the South Island as a cold front makes its way up the country. The northern half of the island could even be in for thunderstorms, some of which may bring heavier downpours or large amounts of hail. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in place for Nelson, Marlborough, and the inland parts of the Hurunui District until 9pm this evening. The North Island also sees its share of wet weather today, with thunderstorms possible.
While rain jackets may still be needed this weekend in the North Island, a slice of drier weather is expected between Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning.
MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane says, “For Tairāwhiti/Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay, however, the rain hangs on a bit longer on Saturday, only clearing at night. The Wairoa District of Hawke’s Bay has a Watch for Heavy Rain from midday until 11pm.”
It’s a brighter story for the bulk of the South Island this weekend, apart from rain at times in Marlborough and a shower or two in Canterbury, coastal Otago, and Southland. Meanwhile, Westland and Fiordland remain some of the sunnier spots in the country this weekend.
An extra jumper will continue to be a summer companion this weekend with southerly winds bringing a chill to the eastern and southern parts of the North and South Islands. Temperatures look well cooler than average for the time of year, with highs of 14°C in Wellington on Sunday, 15°C in Christchurch and Dunedin, and 18°C in Napier and Hastings.
By Monday, much of the South Island will enjoy a settled day with sunshine in the afternoon, a welcome start for those heading back to work. For the North Island, the weekend pattern continues into Monday, with cool showers in the south and east, and the odd shower elsewhere.
“Those still on holiday will find plenty of dry slots throughout the day to continue enjoying the downtime,” Makgabutlane adds.
While the stench of decaying morality hangs over the coalition government and its MPs after 15 months of complicity with genocide, nationwide protests against Israel’s genocide continue in 2025.
“Over 15 months of weekly nationwide protests is unprecedented in New Zealand history on any issue at any time” says PSNA National Chair John Minto. “We are enormously proud of New Zealanders who stand with the vast mass of humanity against Israel’s systematic, indiscriminate killing of Palestinians in Gaza”
“This week’s protests are the first of New Year and they will continue while our government cowers under the bedclothes and refuses to sanction Israel for genocide”
The horrendous official death toll stands at more than 45,000 – the majority killed being women and children.
Today’s death toll of innocents killedis a repeating nightmare for Palestine while our western media highlight every utterance of filthy Israeli propaganda to justify the endless massacres while ignoring Palestinian voices.
John Minto
National Chair
Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa
Nationwide rallies/marches/MP protests/vigils this week
North Island Opononi – Gathering for Palestine No Rally this week
Kerikeri – Rally First Saturday of the month – Saturday 4 January 9:00 – 11:00 am Kerikeri roundabout, State highway 10
Whangarei – Rally No more Rallies until the new year
Waiheke – Market Stall – hosted by Stand With Palestine Waiheke! Every Saturday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Ostend Market, Waiheke Island
Auckland – Stand for Palestine Starting again on Thursday 2 January Monday – Friday 3:00 – 4:00 pm at the US Consulate – 23 Customs Street East 4:00 – 5:00 pm at Te Komititanga Britomart Square
Auckland – Banners around Tamaki Makaurau Every Saturday This week 10:00 am – 1:00 pm St Lukes road overbridge(by Motat) Text John on 021 899 659 for more details
Auckland – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 2:00 pm Te Komititanga – Britomart Square, Tamaki Makaurau
Thames – Vigil to Stop the war on Children (Hosted by The Basket – Social and Environmental Justice – Hauraki) First Saturday of the month – Saturday 4 January 10:00 am Thames Market, 700 Pollen Street, Thames
Tauranga – Picnic in the Park Friday 3 January 6:00 pm Gourmet Night Market, Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui
Tauranga – Flags Sunday 5 January 11:00 am Coronation Park, Mt Manganui
Hamilton – Flag Waving for Palestine Saturday 4 January 1:00 pm Flynn Park, Cnr Wairere Drive & Naylor, Hamilton
Hamilton – Vigil – Global Action Participation Saturday 4 January 2:30 pm Waikato Hospital – Lorne Street & Ohaupo Road Intersection, Hamilton
Cambridge – Rally for Palestine Every Saturday 11:00 am Cambridge Town Hall
Rotorua – Rally for Palestine Every Thursday 4:30 pm National MP Todd McClays Office – Cnr Amohau and Ranolf St lights, Rotorua
Gisborne – Farmers Market – Vigil to Stop the war on Children Every Saturday 9:30 – 11:30 am Gisborne Farmers Market
Napier – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 11:30 am Marine Parade Soundshell Roundabout
Hastings – Rally for Palestine Sunday 5 January 1:00 pm Hastings Town Clock – Hastings CBD
Palmerston North – Rally Every Sunday 2:00 pm The Square, Palmerston North
New Plymouth – Flags on the Bridge Every Friday 4:30 pm Paynters Ave Bridge, New Plymouth
New Plymouth – March for Gaza Saturday 4 January 1:00 PM The Landing, 1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth
Whanganui – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 11:00 am Riverside Market, Whanganui
Carterton – Gathering for Gaza Every Tuesday 12:00 midday Memorial Square.
Martinborough – Vigil for Palestine Every Wednesday 11:00 am The square at the top of Kitchener St, Martinborough
Masterton – Gathering for Gaza Every Sunday 9:30 am Town Hall Lawn, Masterton
Featherston – Gathering for Gaza Every Saturday 11:00 am The Squircle (opposite the op shop).
Wellington – Flags on the Bridge (hosted by the Falastin Tea Collective) Friday 3 January No Flags this Friday. Starts again Friday 10 January
Wellington – Vigil for Palestine (hosted by Aotearoa Healthcare Workers for Palestine) Every Friday 6:00 pm In front of Wellington Hospital, 49 Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington
Wellington – Rally (hosted by the Falastin Tea Collective) Resuming rallies on Saturday 11 January Watch this space
South Island Nelson – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 10:30 am Hikoi, Tahuna Beach, Rocks Rd, Nelson
Blenheim – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 11:00 am Blenheim Railway Station
Christchurch – Rally for Palestine Saturday 4 January 1:00 pm Bridge of Remembrance, Cashel Street, Christchurch
Timaru No Rally this weekend
Dunedin – Rally No rally this weekend
Queenstown No rally this weekend
Invercargill – Rally for Palestine Sunday 5 January 1:00 pm Wachner place Invercargill .
Next-gen harmonious user experience that perfectly embodies the fusion of technology, comfort, and freedom
LAS VEGAS – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 January 2025 – CarUX Technology Pte. Ltd., with the direction “More than Display, and Far Beyond,” will showcase new vision solutions for automotive products based on her strategy, HarmoniousUser Experience “HUE”, from January 7th to 9th in Las Vegas, USA. CarUX keeps providing the differentiation elements and the freedom of stylish design, by bridging the technology to the automotive standards. The exhibition includes the first OLED solution of CarUX.
As CarUX Chairman as well as Innolux Chairman and CEO Jim Hung stated, “With the rapid advancements in mobility technologies and AI, the car has evolved from merely transportation to another living space, connecting digital lifestyles through networking. CarUX is dedicated to relief the limitations of Display Devices to Vision Solutions by the product strategy “Harmonious User Experience.” From the launch of LID, Large Information Display, to the array of solutions we are showcasing now, we have been leveraging years of accumulated knowledge to create platforms, that carries safety and infotainment content, blended seamlessly into automotive interior and exterior designs”. Innolux Group will support its subsidiary CarUX in actively expanding smart automotive solutions as a system provider.
CarUX automotive solutions feature organic shapes that integrated into vehicle styles. The displays are characterized by outstanding performance, including ultra-low reflection rate, high brightness, high contrast, wide color gamut, energy efficiency, and fast response times. In addition to CarUXs’ ongoing AM miniLED, MicroLED as well as the first OLED solution are in its portfolio of vision solutions
Pioneering a New Era of Automotive Vision Solutions with “Harmonious User Experience” CarUX debuted a comprehensive Windshield Reflective Solution (WRS), featuring the “9.6-inch Micro-LED AR WRS” and the “48-inch WRS.” WRS utilizes high-brightness, high-resolution, and energy efficiency by Micro-LED projective module embedded with proprietary algorithms, to deliver stereoscopic images with depth perception. This enables drivers to access essential information, from the projective image on the windshield, while keeping their eyes on the road enhancing driving safety. Additionally, the system extends the projection range to co-pilot’s view, offering more infotainment options while allowing partial projection deactivation to reduce in-cabin light sources for comfort. WRS significantly reduces the size of conventional head-up display, HUD, freeing up valuable cabin space. This innovative solution not only improves driving safety but also enhances interior design with a futuristic, high-tech aesthetic, redefining the in-car-user-experience and setting a new benchmark.
During the exhibition, CarUX is also unveiling several cutting-edge technologies under “Harmonious Driving Experience,” including more than ten features in”Smart Display+” that allows distributed computing and lower the data transit bandwidth, multiple new version of “InvisiView“, “Kinematic Solutions“, “Haptics and Force Sensing“, and “Camera Behind Display.” CarUX actively drives solution development and deliver enhanced value across the ecosystem in collaboration with strategic partners.
First Revolutionary Next-Gen OLED Display Technology CarUX, with its partner JDI, has jointly developed the “32-inch OLED LID“, featuring the next-generation OLED Technology, eLEAP. Compared to conventional OLED displays on the market, eLEAP offers twice the brightness and triple the lifespan, providing customers with a superior OLED display option. As well, eLEAP represents a breakthrough in GreenTech and its highly efficient manufacturing process reduces CO2 emissions by 50%, making it a sustainable solution for automotive industry.
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Members of Auckland’s Palestinian community, human rights advocates, and concerned citizens gathered for a silent vigil outside Auckland Hospital to demand an end to the attacks on healthcare facilities in Gaza and the release of detained Palestinian pediatrician, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiyya.
This vigil was a peaceful demonstration of solidarity with the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, which has become a symbol of resilience amid escalating violence. The hospital’s medical staff, including Dr. Abu Safiyya, have been working tirelessly to save lives under unimaginable conditions. Reports indicate that Dr. Abu Safiyya has been unjustly detained, further exacerbating the dire healthcare crisis in Gaza.
The participants call on the international community to:
Protect Healthcare Facilities: Immediate action is needed to uphold international humanitarian law and safeguard medical infrastructure in conflict zones.
Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiyya: Urgent intervention is required to secure the release of Dr. Abu Safiyya, whose work is vital to the health and survival of countless children in Gaza.
This silent vigil reflects our shared humanity and the collective demand for justice, freedom, and the sanctity of healthcare.
Event Took Place On: Date: Friday, 3rd January, 2025
Time: 6 PM Location: Outside Auckland Hospital, Park Road
