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West Australian
7 hours ago
- West Australian
James Robert Reynolds: Lyndon crash victim identified as Scotsman and former Royal Marine who moved to WA
James Robert Reynolds: Lyndon crash victim identified as Scotsman and former Royal Marine who moved to WA
NZ Herald
13 hours ago
- Business
- NZ Herald
NorthTec's future debated as locals push to retain unique courses
Lyndon worried about losing educators and their knowledge of specific industries. 'If they go, they will not come back,' she claimed. Lyndon said stories of 'transformation and connection' made possible because of NorthTec had been shared at the hui. 'It was absolutely a positive meeting, it wasn't about attacking NorthTec but promoting the fact that it's so important.' Lyndon said NorthTec was a taonga that needed protecting. Lyndon said a key message from Friday's meeting had been that the Government needed to listen to the community. She explained ensuring viability needed to balance with the region's unique needs. For example, retaining or changing courses that would benefit people across the region - not just in Whangārei. Lyndon said online learning would not work for those in the trades industry and people living in isolated areas. She believed there could be scope for wider courses such as sustainable rural development, for those wanting to build on their whenua. Hūhana Lyndon at the save NorthTec hui on Friday. National MP for Northland Grant McCallum said the Government was working hard to stand NorthTec up as a successful education provider. He said the Minister for Vocational Education Penny Simmonds was conscious of the importance of vocational training institutions as well as Northland's unique needs, which included a dispersed community that needed opportunities to upskill. MP for Northland Grant McCallum said he was working to ensure NorthTec's future was bright despite the need to maintain viability. Photo / NZME McCallum said the Government would be working with a range of industry sectors to establish what was needed. 'They've got to be the right ones for the sector, they've got to be viable and we've got to make sure we're attracting people to [them].' McCallum mentioned how the Government was hoping to provide a facility in Whangārei that gave short block courses and potentially provided accommodation. When asked whether the Raumanga Campus was under threat, he said a range of options were on the table. The Northern Advocate asked if that included Forum North. McCallum replied, saying: 'We want to utilise all the community assets [and we're] working through options at the moment'. McCallum said he understood the enduring challenges with NorthTec, which the Tertiary Education Union had previously stated could mean a growth in distrust and lower enrolment numbers. 'Our job now is to turn that around so we become an educator of choice,' McCallum said. 'It's what we need in Northland, a strong organisation that people see as a good opportunity.' McCallum acknowledged how difficult it has been for staff. 'We understand the urgency; uncertainty is not good for any organisation.' Slatter said although no decisions had been made around campus changes, any such changes would aim to improve vocational education provision. 'If there are developments anywhere in Te Tai Tokerau that would help NorthTec deliver innovative and high-quality learning environments, then we would be interested in exploring them.' Slatter acknowledged changes NorthTec was undergoing involved uncertainty, especially for kaimahi. 'However, enrolments for semester two 2025 are higher than this time last year, and enquiries and applications for 2026 are also up year on year.' Slatter said it was unfortunate that negative rumours could impact learner perceptions and further impact staff. The recent stakeholder hui was positive and focused on ways the community could help resolve barriers to teaching and learning, he said. Brodie Stone covers crime and emergency for the Northern Advocate. She has spent most of her life in Whangārei and is passionate about delving into issues that matter to Northlanders and beyond.
7NEWS
15-07-2025
- 7NEWS
Australian influencer Caitlin Lyndon's Melbourne home destroyed in alleged targeted firebombing incident
An Australian influencer says her 'life has been ruined' after her Melbourne property was firebombed in an alleged targeted attack while she was abroad. Caitlin Lyndon, known on social media as 'fitmum93', was partying with friends in Bali on Sunday night when she received a phone call from Australian authorities informing her about the fire. The OnlyFans star's home, which she had only moved into two months prior to the incident, was badly damaged in the attack. 'I cannot fathom that somebody would do this to me,' Lyndon told Melbourne media outlets on Monday. 'Everyone has enemies… but I would never imagine having pissed people off enough to have your personal home lit on fire where you and your son's belongings are. 'I guess Victoria Police are probably going to find (the perpetrators), so I'm just going to let them do their job.' Victorian Police have described the Sandhurst fire as 'suspicious' and have received reports of two individuals fleeing the scene in a dark car, which are being investigated. A car on fire in a nearby area was also discovered by Victorian Police, with investigators 'working to determine if the fires are linked'. Lyndon took to Instagram in a now-deleted video discussing the incident, sharing with her 82,000 followers that her CCTV system had been disabled prior to the attack. 'I just don't know where to start – and I live in the biggest Karen estate ever, so this is just gross,' 'I didn't even think you could shut down CCTV so these c**ts are just dogs. 'I am grateful my son and dogs are safe as I can replace our furniture, our belongings, but our family I cannot. 'I've never wanted to hold my baby so tight in all my life – true friends and families' colours are shown in times like this. 'I'm not afraid to cry and show you that I have f****ng emotions because you know what – I worked my a** off to get where I was and even if I've lost everything, you've burnt it down and you've ruined my life. 'I will build my life again, but my son does not deserve this.' The influencer also posted a photo of the property's damage to her social media on Monday.
Perth Now
15-07-2025
- Perth Now
Australian influencer Caitlin Lyndon's Melbourne home destroyed in alleged targeted firebombing incident
The Australian influencer's property was victim to an arson attack on Sunday. The Australian influencer's property was victim to an arson attack on Sunday. Credit: Supplied An Australian influencer says her 'life has been ruined' after her Melbourne property was firebombed in an alleged targeted attack while she was abroad. Caitlin Lyndon, known on social media as 'fitmum93', was partying with friends in Bali on Sunday night when she received a phone call from Australian authorities informing her about the fire. the OnlyFans star's home, which she had only moved into two months prior to the incident, was badly damaged in the attack. Camera Icon Lyndon shared an image of the damage to her home following the attack. Credit: Supplied 'I cannot fathom that somebody would do this to me,' Lyndon told Melbourne media outlets on Monday. 'Everyone has enemies… but I would never imagine having pissed people off enough to have your personal home lit on fire where you and your son's belongings are. 'I guess Victoria Police are probably going to find (the perpetrators), so I'm just going to let them do their job.' Victorian Police have described the Sandhurst fire as 'suspicious' and have received reports of two individuals fleeing the scene in a dark car, which are being investigated. A car on fire in a nearby area was also discovered by Victorian Police, with investigators 'working to determine if the fires are linked'. Camera Icon Caitlin Lyndon was in Bali with friends at the time of the fire. Credit: Supplied Lyndon took to Instagram in a now-deleted video discussing the incident, sharing with her 82,000 followers that her CCTV system had been disabled prior to the attack. 'I just don't know where to start – and I live in the biggest Karen estate ever, so this is just gross,' 'I didn't even think you could shut down CCTV so these c**ts are just dogs. 'I am grateful my son and dogs are safe as I can replace our furniture, our belongings, but our family I cannot. 'I've never wanted to hold my baby so tight in all my life – true friends and families' colours are shown in times like this. 'I'm not afraid to cry and show you that I have f****ng emotions because you know what – I worked my a** off to get where I was and even if I've lost everything, you've burnt it down and you've ruined my life. 'I will build my life again, but my son does not deserve this.' The influencer also posted a photo of the property's damage to her social media on Monday.
New York Post
05-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Lyndon Byers, Bruins enforcer and radio host, dead at 61
Lyndon Byers, an enforcer who spent most of his career with the Bruins and appeared in two Stanley Cup Finals, died Friday, the team announced. He was 61. No cause of death was given. Advertisement 'The Boston Bruins are deeply saddened by the passing of Lyndon Byers,' the Bruins said in a statement Saturday. 'Lyndon was a fan favorite across his nine seasons in the Black & Gold thanks to his rugged, rough-and-tumble style and was a key cog on the B's teams that made trips to the Stanley Cup Final in 1988 and 1990.' 4 Lyndon Byers skates in a game for the Bruins. NHLI via Getty Images Byers then worked in local radio for 25 years after returning, according to the team's statement, and he would entertain 'scores of New Englanders every day with his quick wit and boisterous voice.' Advertisement During his NHL career, the second-round pick spent nine seasons with the Bruins, starting in 1983-84 and then a final campaign with the Sharks in 1992-93. He collected 28 goals and 71 points across his career during the regular season, and his 959 penalty minutes while with Boston sit 11th in franchise history, according to the league. 4 Lyndon Byers (l.) fights during a 1992 game for the Sharks. Getty Images 4 Lyndon Byers skates in a game for the Bruins against the Canadiens. NHLI via Getty Images Advertisement The Bruins advanced to the Stanley Cup Final in 1988 and 1990, but they lost to the Oilers — once led by Wayne Gretzky, once led by Mark Messier — twice. He appeared in 316 career games across the regular season and playoffs with both teams. Byers' best year of offensive production occurred in 1987-88, when he scored 10 goals and finished with 24 points before adding another goal — during Game 3 of Boston's playoff series against the Devils — and two assists in the playoffs. 4 Lyndon Byers (r.) delivers a check during an April 1990 game for the Bruins. Boston Globe via Getty Images Advertisement Following his season in San Jose, Byers spent two years with the Minnesota Moose of the now-defunct International Hockey League, and then his shift into radio work — most notably on WAAF in Boston — began, with appearances in movies ('Shallow Hal,' 'Stuck On You') and a television show ('Rescue Me') mixed in, according to CBS News Boston. 'A son of Nipawin, Saskatchewan, Lyndon became a true Bostonian and we will miss him dearly. He is forever a part of our Bruins family. Our thoughts are with his wife, Annie, and son, Will, during this very difficult time.'
