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Refinery29
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
MasterChef Australia's Poh Ling Yeow Defends Laura Sharrad: 'People Struggle Watching Confident Females'
MasterChef Australia 2025 has been a huge success, seeing 24 experienced contestants come back to compete for the title. Now, we're at the very end — with Laura Sharrad going head-to-head with Callum Hann in the grand finale. However, some murmurs online have put a bit of a dampener on the whole celebration, mainly aimed at Laura. The MasterChef Australia 2025 contestant has been accused of receiving "favouritism" from judges Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin, Andy Allen and Jean-Christophe Novelli, with some labelling her as a "judges' pet". The chef has been playing to her strengths — she runs a popular pasta bar called Nido in Adelaide — but viewers have also blasted her for cooking similar dishes for each challenge. Poh Ling Yeow tells Refinery29 Australia she's "baffled" by the hate Laura has been receiving, and says any idea the judges favour the contestant is "ludicrous". On a technical level, the contestant has proven her skill in the kitchen time and time again. "The thing that shocked me the most [when I became a judge was] how stringent and fair the whole judging process is," Poh says. "I think some [part] of me was a little bit clenched going into the job, wondering if I was going to find out all these dark secrets... I arrived to find that everything is so fair and so thorough." The biggest disconnect comes from the audience not being able to taste the food, so while Laura often serves up pasta that looks similar, the taste is never the same. "I even admit that when I was a contestant competing against [Laura] in Back to Win, I used to feel this same sentiment, because the way Laura cooks, she cooks within a wheelhouse but she's very creative within it," Poh explains. "It's a very solid and clever strategy, as opposed to someone like me who was a little bit too wild. I would be experimenting on the spot, right? And when you play that game, you have to be willing to fall from high places and understand that it's a different kind of game." Poh carefully broaches another reason Laura has been targeted by the public this season, and it comes down to the way she has been portrayed on screen. "I think people really struggle with watching highly confident females state what they want unapologetically. And Laura has always been that, right from the beginning," the host says. ' I think people really struggle with watching highly confident females state what they want unapologetically. And Laura has always been that, right from the beginning. Poh Ling Yeow on Laura Sharrad ' "Laura has shown vulnerability, but I think it's interesting that people only attach to the parts where she's having success, or she's having confidence, and when she's able to achieve what she sets out to achieve. There's something about that, that doesn't resonate with people, because they want to see people struggle all the time," she adds. MasterChef Australia is often looked as an "aspirational" and wholesome reality TV show, where amateur cooks can jump into the kitchen and triumph over adversity. With most of the returning MasterChef Australia 2025 cast being professional chefs, many with their own restaurants, the game this year has changed. Poh believes there's two different strategies you can take when you enter the MasterChef Australia competition, and from both this and previous seasons, the "high risk, high reward" style of game tends to provide audiences with characters they can root for. Sarah Todd was sent home earlier this season after providing outrageous dishes, such as her savoury vanilla slice with chicken dill, cucumber gel and garlic cream, and fans lamented the loss of the cook. "Sarah Todd, right? She cooked very conceptually through the whole thing. But the thing with that I really identified was that [she was] choosing to leave legacy before competition," Poh explains. "I feel like you're playing a different game. It's like, I want to leave a mark as to what kind of cook I am, and that's more important to me than winning... Laura has always been brilliant at [being] very highly strategic, so it's no surprise that [she's] gotten to the [finale]." ' I think it's interesting that people only attach to the parts where she's having success, or she's having confidence, and when she's able to achieve what she sets out to achieve. There's something about that, that doesn't resonate with people, because they want to see people struggle all the time. Poh Ling Yeow on Laura Sharrad ' Both Laura and Callum have been front-runners throughout the entire competition this year, and Poh thinks viewers won't be surprised by the MasterChef Australia 2025 winner. "They have absolutely been through a marathon to get here, and it is not at all sort of a surprise, so I feel like they really earned their spots," she teases. "The margins are so tiny, that it's very random in a way, it's down to micro decisions. And at this point, you've already proven your worth. Especially this season, we have made them cook their buns off." Laura has missed out on the MasterChef Australia title twice before, so it seems like this year, she's playing hard to win. If she beats Callum in the MasterChef Australia 2025 final, her strategy of securing the title over creating a lasting legacy would have paid off. If not? She'll have to come back for a fourth time. The MasterChef Australia 2025 grand finale airs on Channel 10, Tuesday 12 August at 7.30pm.
Perth Now
17-07-2025
- Perth Now
Big childcare provider quiet on Brown shock
A major childcare company has so far kept quiet about how it might respond to this month's shock Joshua Brown allegations, even as other large providers flag major changes to child safety. Nido Education, an ASX-listed $150m provider with more than 100 centres nationwide, has not produced a public statement on the horrific child sex abuse allegations against Mr Brown since they first broke on July 1. Victoria Police allege the educator sexually abused eight children while working for G8 Education, a different childcare provider, at the Creative Gardens Point Cook centre between October 2021 and February 2024. Mr Brown worked in at least 23 centres across Victoria between January 2017 and May 2025, including a short stint at a Nido centre in Werribee between June 21 and July 14 in 2021. The allegations against Mr Brown are for alleged offending that occurred at Creative Gardens. There is no allegation that Mr Brown offended against children while working for Nido. The allegations, which include alleged offending against victims as young as five months, have rocked the nation, and providers have now flagged dramatic changes to their operations. On July 8, G8 said it would accelerate the rollout of CCTV cameras to all of its more than 400 centres and give parents greater choice over their children's care, including preferences on which educators support their child's personal care routines, including nappy changes and toileting. Alleged pedophile predator Joshua Brown worked at 23 centres across Melbourne. Picture Supplied., Credit: Supplied On July 9, Affinity, a private-equity backed provider, announced it would fast-track the installation of CCTV across all of its centres 'to enhance supervision and safety' and seek parental preferences on who helps their child with toileting or nappy changes. Affinity said it would also review centre layouts 'to identify and rectify blind spots as well as auditing visibility into all care centres' and conduct formal consultations with its workers, parents and regulators on 'additional safety measures'. On July 10, Only About Children released a statement to NewsWire outlining the 'ongoing work' it had taken to sharpen child safety in the past 12 months, including enhanced recruitment screening, additional safeguarding and incident reporting training for all campus directors and greater oversight of casual employees. 'Beyond policies and training, we take a proactive approach to child safety education,' an Only About Children spokeswoman told NewsWire. 'Over the past year, we have introduced Bunji, our health and safety mascot, as part of a developmentally appropriate body safety program embedded in our curriculum. 'Bunji plays a central role in helping children settle into care, understand safe practices and navigate big emotions in a friendly and age-appropriate way.' The provider also said it was 'assessing' the role of CCTV across a small number of its centres. 'While CCTV may offer additional visibility in certain situations, our experience so far has shown it is not a stand-alone solution,' she said. 'There are important considerations regarding privacy, clarity of footage and the expectations of both families and educators. 'Any future decisions will be guided by campus-specific safeguarding risk assessments. 'These assessments help us identify and prioritise risk areas and determine the most effective responses. 'Our focus remains on implementing measures that support educators in providing proactive supervision, visibility and audibility in real time, rather than relying solely on reactive tools such as CCTV.' Mr Brown worked at Affinity centres and at Only About Children's Williamstown centre from October 28 2020 to March 29, 2021. There is no allegation that Mr Brown offended against children while working for Affinity or Only About Children. NewsWire contacted Nido last week seeking information on any changes the company might make to child safety in light of the allegations and why it had not informed the public about Mr Brown's short interaction with its Werribee centre, but the company declined to comment. Education Minister Jason Clare has flagged a raft of new legislation on child safety in childcare in the upcoming parliament. NewsWire / Martin Ollman Credit: News Corp Australia The ABC also revealed on Thursdaythat Nido had sacked Mr Brown during his probation period at Werribee for breaching the company's internal policies. Nido acknowledged the sacking in a statement to the ABC. Nido operates more than 100 childcare and kindergartens across NSW, the ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. In its full-year results for 2024, Nido reported $166.8m in revenues and $19.5m in net profits after tax. 'Nido anticipates that 2025 will bring significant positive changes to the sector, as both major political parties recognise the necessity for substantial investment in the early education sector,' the results report, released in February, states. The company also flagged a lift in demand for childcare services into 2026. 'With child care being central to campaign themes, there is potential for further policies aimed at reducing access costs for families,' the report states. 'Such initiatives could significantly alleviate cost-of-living pressures and create pathways for families to enter or re-enter the workforce. These measures are expected to add considerably to demand.' Governments are moving to implant large-scale changes around child safety into the sector. For one, Federal Education Minister Jason Clare has flagged changes to background checks for childcare workers. Mr Brown held a working with children check during his time as an educator. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan ordered a snap review into childcare safety following the July 1 allegations against Mr Brown. NewsWire / Josie Hayden Credit: News Corp Australia The Victorian government, meanwhile, has moved to ban mobile phones for workers at centres, with the ban set to come into effect in September. Providers will be fined $50,000 for breaching the ban. It has also launched a 'short and sharp' review into childcare safety, headed by former South Australian premier Jay Weatherill, with a report expected back on August 15. The expected ramp up in safety regulations comes as the sector struggles with surging demand and a dearth of available staff. In a United Workers Union survey of childcare workers, launched on June 10, some 77 per cent of educators said they were operating below minimum staffing requirements. Further, some 77 per cent said they had come to or stayed at work while sick because of understaffing and 74 per cent said they had stayed back at work to compensate for staff shortages. 'Partly because of understaffing, we see a real churn of staff moving through centres and that's when we don't have that safe, quality environment we need,' UWU early education director Carolyn Smith said. 'This survey reveals it is essential to have long-term staff who are experienced, who are trained and who are confident to raise issues. 'A better early education system requires a national approach in both regulation and funding, and we must listen to educators about what the problems really are. 'We already know the alternative is unacceptable and the cost of failing our children is immeasurable.' Some 2100 educators have responded to the survey as of last week.
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
23-06-2025
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
WorldHotels Redefines The Great American Escape With Its Austin Retreat On Lady Bird Lake
The Loren Hotel Austin is a cosy, thoughtfully-curated home from home… Luxury travel in the USA used to be all about the big, the bold and the brash, but in 2025 well seasoned travellers are seeking a more intimate, meaningful experience, one that speaks to the soul. Nowhere is this quiet sophistication better reflected than through WorldHotels™ Luxury, a collection that champions excellence, personalization and impeccable service. Overlooking the winding Lady Bird Lake and iconic Roy and Ann Butler Hike and Bike Trail, this stylish property weaves together artful design, serene natural surroundings, and the distinctively local spirit for which Austin is known. It is ideal for explorers who crave waking up to views of both city and natural landscapes, with walking access to Austin's central business district. Guests are welcomed not with pomp, but with warmth; not with extravagance, but with thoughtfulness. Whether through its locally inspired cuisine and spirits at the rooftop restaurant Nido, curated art collections, or serene wellness spaces, The Loren embodies the WorldHotels Luxury vision, where every detail, no matter how small, is considered. WorldHotels Luxury isn't about lavish excess. It's about connection, to culture, to nature, and to self. From iconic urban landmarks to tucked-away retreats, each property within the Luxury collection tells a story, rooted in its region's heritage and delivered with impeccable service. With more than 50 years of hospitality heritage, WorldHotels invites travellers to Discover a World of Difference—a world where craftsmanship is celebrated, community is honoured, and each trip is deeply personal. official website.
Cision Canada
19-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
CPP Investments Commits €460 million to Nido Living Supporting its Expansion within Europe Through the Acquisition of Livensa Living
LONDON, June 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) today announced it has committed up to €460 million (C$720 million) to support the continued growth of Nido Living's (Nido) integrated purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) platform in Continental Europe. The commitment will support Nido in its acquisition of Livensa Living (Livensa), a well-known student housing platform operating across Iberia, from a private real estate fund managed by Brookfield Asset Management. CPP Investments acquired Nido Living in April 2024. Upon completion of the Livensa acquisition, Nido will become one of the largest student housing operators in Europe with approximately 13,000 beds. This furthers Nido's ambition to grow to 25,000 beds across Iberia, Italy and Germany by 2031. "This is a significant strategic acquisition for Nido and demonstrates CPP Investments' ongoing commitment to European PBSA – a sector that provides strong risk-adjusted returns for the CPP Fund. Livensa is a high quality PBSA platform and the acquisition complements Nido's position in Iberia, a growing market with attractive outlook," said Thomas Jackson, Head of Real Estate Europe at CPP Investments. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2025 subject to customary closing conditions. About Canada Pension Plan Investment Board Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments™) is a professional investment management organization that manages the Canada Pension Plan Fund in the best interests of the more than 22 million contributors and beneficiaries. In order to build diversified portfolios of assets, we make investments around the world in public equities, private equities, real estate, infrastructure and fixed income. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York City, San Francisco, São Paulo and Sydney, CPP Investments is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan and at arm's length from governments. At March 31, 2025, the Fund totalled $714.4 billion. For more information, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram or on X @CPPInvestments.
Vancouver Sun
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Michigan roundup: Tigers get catcher Rogers back from injury list
The Detroit Tigers got a little healthier. Detroit welcomed back catcher Jake Rogers prior to the team's 5-4 road win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday. The 30-year-old Rogers had been sidelined since April 8 with left oblique tightness. Known for his strong defensive game, Rogers, who appeared in 209 games for the team over the previous two seasons, went hitless in three trips to the plate on Tuesday. To make room on the 26-man roster for Rogers, the Tigers designated veteran catcher Tomas Nido for assignment. The 31-year-old Nido had 12 hits, all singles, and was batting .343 in 10 games. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. If Nido is unclaimed, he could be assigned to Detroit's Class AAA farm club in Toledo or opt for free agency as a veteran of more than five seasons. Nido spent the bulk of his career with the New York Mets before briefly playing for the Chicago Cubs last season and inked a minor-league deal with Detroit in January. However, with Rogers sidelined, the 26-year-old Dillon Dingler solidified his spot on the roster. The former second-round pick was hitting .292 heading into Wednesday's game with four home runs in 35 games. He has also contributed a plus three defensive runs saves in 289 1/3 inning, which ranks as one of the top defensive catchers in Major League Baseball. TeSlaa inks deal Detroit Lions' receiver Isaac TeSlaa inked his rookie contract with the club. The six-foot-four, 214-pound TeSlaa was Detroit's third-round pick in last month's NFL Draft. The Michigan native started his collegiate career at Hillsdale College before transferring to the University of Arkansas. The 23-year-old TeSlaa's contract, which is determined by his draft slot, is valued at $6.6 million over four years. Detroit has now inked five of its seven draft picks. Only defensive tackle Tyler Williams, who was the team's first-round pick, and guard Tate Ratledge, who was a second-round pick, have yet to sign. Lions exhibition games The Detroit Lions rounded out the team's 2025 pre-season schedule. The Lions will open exhibition game against the Los Angeles Charges in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio on July 31, which will be shown nationally on NBC. Because of that game, the Lions and Chargers will each play four pre-season games while the rest of the league will only play three exhibition games. The Lions will also play on the road on Aug. 8 against the Atlanta Falcons at 7 p.m. before returning home for a pair of games at Ford Field. Detroit will host the Miami Dolphins on Aug. 16 at 1 p.m. and wrap up pre-season play on Aug. 23 against the Houston Texans at 1 p.m. jpparker@
