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Scoop
15 hours ago
- General
- Scoop
Tauranga Boys' College Wins 2025 Enviro Challenge
Press Release – Sustainability Options Tauranga Boys College won the Enviro Challenge Award, and Whakatne High School received the Rising Star Award for their creativity and emerging leadership. The importance of collective climate action amongst youth was evident at 2025's Enviro Challenge competition. Organised by Sustainability Options, this year's Enviro Challenge brought together 77 students from nine Bay of Plenty secondary schools for a one-day sustainability competition held at Tauranga Girls' College. Made possible thanks to the sponsors: Tauranga City Council, Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Whakatāne District Council, and Sustainability Options. Tauranga Boys' College won the Enviro Challenge Award, and Whakatāne High School received the Rising Star Award for their creativity and emerging leadership. Back due to popular demand after a 6 year hiatus, run by Sustainability Options team members Amy Earles (leader of the 2019 Enviro Challenge winning team) and Jo Wills (a longtime organiser), the event gave students a chance to explore sustainability through five interactive activities: Presenting a sustainability audit of their school An upcycling task using a mystery box of waste materials A photo challenge based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals A structured debate on a topical environmental issue A sustainability quiz The energy and creativity on the day were evident in projects like a rainwater recovery system built entirely from repurposed items. Photography entries showed impressive insight into global sustainability goals, and debates revealed a depth of critical thinking from all schools. Students shared mahi from their kura ranging from native restoration to food sovereignty, energy and water efficiency, and local partnerships—demonstrating a strong understanding of real-world environmental challenges. The three judges certainly had their work cut out for them and were impressed by the standard of work produced: Western Bay of Plenty District Council's Ilze Kruis stated 'Congratulations to the winners and all the schools participating in the 2025 Enviro Challenge. Your innovative approaches to sustainability have genuinely restored my faith in the younger generation's ability to implement impactful projects, both within your schools and in the wider environment. It's inspiring to see the next wave of leaders step up and take action. Keep pushing forward—your efforts are more important than ever.' 'Congratulations to all the schools that participated in this year's Enviro Challenge. It was truly inspiring to see such creative ideas, meaningful content, and passion the students brought to the event—making the judging process a very challenging one,' said Tauranga City Council's Gabriel Hurford. 'The students are all leading the way in making a positive difference, one step at a time.' Karen Summerhayes, from Whakatāne District Council added 'Congratulations to all the participating teams. It was inspiring to see the creative thinking and relevant content that was presented. Struggling to ingrain sustainable behaviour within the school community was a common theme but these young people are certainly leading the way.' Thanks to the participating schools: Te Puke High School, Aquinas College, Pāpāmoa College, Tauranga Boys' College, Tauranga Girls' College, Katikati College, Ōtūmoetai College, Mount Maunganui College, and Whakatāne High School.
Scoop
18 hours ago
- Science
- Scoop
Tauranga Boys' College Wins 2025 Enviro Challenge
Tauranga Boys' College won the Enviro Challenge Award, and Whakatāne High School received the Rising Star Award for their creativity and emerging leadership. More >>
Scoop
20 hours ago
- General
- Scoop
Tauranga Boys' College Wins 2025 Enviro Challenge
The importance of collective climate action amongst youth was evident at 2025's Enviro Challenge competition. Organised by Sustainability Options, this year's Enviro Challenge brought together 77 students from nine Bay of Plenty secondary schools for a one-day sustainability competition held at Tauranga Girls' College. Made possible thanks to the sponsors: Tauranga City Council, Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Whakatāne District Council, and Sustainability Options. Tauranga Boys' College won the Enviro Challenge Award, and Whakatāne High School received the Rising Star Award for their creativity and emerging leadership. Back due to popular demand after a 6 year hiatus, run by Sustainability Options team members Amy Earles (leader of the 2019 Enviro Challenge winning team) and Jo Wills (a longtime organiser), the event gave students a chance to explore sustainability through five interactive activities: Presenting a sustainability audit of their school An upcycling task using a mystery box of waste materials A photo challenge based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals A structured debate on a topical environmental issue A sustainability quiz The energy and creativity on the day were evident in projects like a rainwater recovery system built entirely from repurposed items. Photography entries showed impressive insight into global sustainability goals, and debates revealed a depth of critical thinking from all schools. Students shared mahi from their kura ranging from native restoration to food sovereignty, energy and water efficiency, and local partnerships—demonstrating a strong understanding of real-world environmental challenges. The three judges certainly had their work cut out for them and were impressed by the standard of work produced: Western Bay of Plenty District Council's Ilze Kruis stated 'Congratulations to the winners and all the schools participating in the 2025 Enviro Challenge. Your innovative approaches to sustainability have genuinely restored my faith in the younger generation's ability to implement impactful projects, both within your schools and in the wider environment. It's inspiring to see the next wave of leaders step up and take action. Keep pushing forward—your efforts are more important than ever.' 'Congratulations to all the schools that participated in this year's Enviro Challenge. It was truly inspiring to see such creative ideas, meaningful content, and passion the students brought to the event—making the judging process a very challenging one,' said Tauranga City Council's Gabriel Hurford. 'The students are all leading the way in making a positive difference, one step at a time.' Karen Summerhayes, from Whakatāne District Council added 'Congratulations to all the participating teams. It was inspiring to see the creative thinking and relevant content that was presented. Struggling to ingrain sustainable behaviour within the school community was a common theme but these young people are certainly leading the way.' Thanks to the participating schools: Te Puke High School, Aquinas College, Pāpāmoa College, Tauranga Boys' College, Tauranga Girls' College, Katikati College, Ōtūmoetai College, Mount Maunganui College, and Whakatāne High School.
Scotsman
29-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
All the Scottish restaurants that won at the Deliveroo Awards - including ‘best ever pizza'
Following over 160,000 votes being cast, Deliveroo reveals winners of its 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the best and most loved local restaurants across the UK and Ireland. In Scotland, 11 restaurants have risen above fierce competition spanning across five regions, as passionate food enthusiasts cast their votes to support their favourite neighbourhood eateries. This year saw a total of 65 awards up for grabs, including the most prestigious, Independent Restaurant of the Year award, new categories for 2025, including 'Luke Littler x Deliveroo Best Kebab Award', which was brought back by the darts champion after a three-year hiatus. As well as the Rising Star Award, judged by Tilly Ramsay, with CEO & co-founder of Deliveroo, Will Shu, and an expert panel. Here are all the Scottish winners, including the Independent Restaurant of the Year Scotland 2025 and the best fish and chips. 1 . Best breakfast & coffee The winner was Cafe 100 in Aberdeen | contributed Photo Sales 2 . Best chicken The winner was Buck's Bar in Edinburgh | contributed Photo Sales 3 . Best Chinese San Chuan in Edinburgh and Glasgow | contributed Photo Sales 4 . Best fish and chips The winner was Sea Salt + Sole in Aberdeen | contributed Photo Sales
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular York restaurant has 'best pizza in North of England'
A POPULAR York restaurant has the best pizza in the North of England, according to customers. Cresci Pizzeria restaurant has been named as the Best Pizza in the North of England and Midlands, by Deliveroo customer. Recommended reading: 'The best adventures are on your doorstep' - York man's never-before-attempted trek Police incident in North Yorkshire town 'She heard the bones crack and crumpled in agony' - huge rescue operation Deliveroo customer reviews say the Piccadilly restaurant has 'exceptional pizza, cooked to perfection, highly recommended' and the 'Best pizza in York - hands down - proper Italian. Clean ingredients. Delicious.' It follows more than 160,000 votes being cast in the Deliveroo 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the best and most-loved local restaurants across the UK and Ireland. Cresci in Piccadilly (Image: Newsquest) Jimi Famurewa, food critic and Deliveroo restaurant awards judge, said: 'It's an honour to be a returning judge for Deliveroo's UK & Ireland restaurant awards, and I was blown away by the passion and talent on display at the Independent Restaurant of the Year cook-off. "Each finalist brought something unique and delicious to the table, making the final decision incredibly tough for us." This year saw a total of 65 awards up for grabs, including, Independent Restaurant of the Year award, new categories for 2025, including 'Luke Littler x Deliveroo Best Kebab Award', which was brought back by the darts champion after a three-year hiatus. As well as the Rising Star Award, judged by chef and daughter of Michelin star royalty, Tilly Ramsay, with CEO and co-founder of Deliveroo, Will Shu, and an expert panel. Deliveroo's Independent Restaurant of the Year 2025 was won by 'next level sandwich' restaurant, Crunch from London, after the five regional finalists, battled it out at a cook-off held at Deliveroo Editions in London. Competing finalists had 45 minutes to cook their most popular Deliveroo main dish to the panels' discerning taste buds. Each restaurant was assessed against criteria including brand personality, food quality and value, packaging and presentation, customer reviews and loyalty, innovation, and going the extra mile. First launched in 2019, the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards were created to celebrate the best local restaurants and takeaways available on Deliveroo across the UK and Ireland.
