This is My Australia looks at the inspiring stories of recipient and nominees of the Australian Of The Year Awards.
Channel 10, Friday Jan 24th at 10:00PM
Ballet Director and inspiration for film Mao's Last Dancer Li Cunxin is one of eight finalists for the prestigious Australian of the Year Award 2014
Born into extreme poverty in rural China, Li became one of China's foremost ballet dancers. He became Principal Artist with the Australian Ballet in 1995, and his autobiography, Mao's Last Dancer, was translated onto the screen in 2009. Today, Li inspires many Australians with his personal story of hardship, perseverance and success.
When asked to identify three Australians that he's taken inspiration from, Li named his wife, Mary Li, scientist Professor Ian Frazer and America's Cup skipper John Bertrand.
Northwestern Mutual will debut new, financial planning themed advertising during the January 1 broadcast of the Rose Bowl Game on ABC.
The spots, created by Olson in Minneapolis, Minn., are the latest iteration in Northwestern Mutual’s successful “Columns” campaign. Running since 2010, the ads showcase visually distinctive imagery that conveys the company’s financial strength and the importance of financial security to its current and prospective clients.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59534-northwestern-mutual-financial-planning-ad-rose-ball-game-abc
They say it’s the thought that counts. However, more than half of all holiday shoppers are expected to return gifts, according to a recent national survey. Fortunately, Wahl, a leader in men’s grooming and personal care, has a holiday lineup designed with staying power. The company’s latest offerings consist of budget-friendly gifts for everyone on the list, including new lithium-ion-powered grooming tools, temperature-therapy massage solutions and odor-fighting products for pets.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/64839-wahl-holiday-lineup-men-s-grooming-and-personal-care
Making God Known Through Deeds of Mercy and Words of Truth. More than just ideas, this book helps show how intentional acts of kindness can bring the word of God to those who are hurting and in need. Includes ministry examples and resources plus discussions for personal study or group discussion. This books helps bring deeds and the Word together to help share in God’s love for all. Tangible: Making God Known Through Deeds of Mercy and Words of Truth by Chris Sicks. Find out more about this book at http://bit.ly/TangibleChrisSicks. Video provided by NavPress. Christian
Jewelry Television (JTV) recently launched a series of broadcast and web-based content aimed to educate women on wearing colorful jewelry and clothing with confidence. Hosted by Emmy award-winning stylist and color expert, David Zyla, women now have the opportunity to understand the theory of color and how to incorporate it into their own personal styles.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63089-jewelry-television-launches-color-me-stylish-with-david-zyla
From today, women can purchase the PANDORA ESSENCE COLLECTION at Concept Stores in select markets around the world. PANDORA's new collection of fine jewellery allows women to express their inner values.
Featuring a slender sterling silver bracelet with an accompanying assortment of charms, hand-finished from precious metals and semi-precious stones, the new and meaningful collection taps into current trends for personal expression and emotional connection.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63497-pandora-essence-collection-launches-today
From today, women can purchase the PANDORA ESSENCE COLLECTION at Concept Stores in select markets around the world. PANDORA’s new collection of fine jewellery allows women to express their inner values.
Featuring a slender sterling silver bracelet with an accompanying assortment of charms, hand-finished from precious metals and semi-precious stones, the new and meaningful collection taps into current trends for personal expression and emotional connection.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63497-pandora-essence-collection-launches-today
Barclaycard US, the payments business of Barclays in the United States, today announced that it has partnered with FICO (NYSE: FICO), a leading predictive analytics and decision management software company, to offer complimentary FICO® Scores to its cardmembers. Barclaycard is the first top 10 issuer to provide FICO® Scores to its cardmembers, giving them unprecedented access to the same credit score used by banks and lenders at no additional cost.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/64068-barclaycard-offers-complimentary-fico-scores-to-cardmembers
Ally Bank, the direct banking subsidiary of Ally Financial Inc., today launched a new advertising campaign highlighting its leading customer service approach and the ease of banking with Ally. The latest ads illustrate Ally Bank’s understanding of innate consumer skepticism when it comes to banking, in general, and aim to debunk common misconceptions consumers may have about Ally’s direct banking model, in particular.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63401-ally-bank-new-ad-campaign-ease-of-banking-customer-service
Over the last decade the world has experienced a fitness boom. Where personal trainers were once an A-list exclusive, they are now in great demand by the new breed of fitness fanatics.
Reaping the benefits of a personal trainer may be a great way to boost your self-confidence and change the way you look; but what about the way it feels becoming a personal trainer?
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/62429-the-training-room-become-a-trainer-of-the-future
An Experian analysis of bankcard trends from Q2 2013 showed a 21 percent year-over-year increase in bankcard origination volumes, equating to a $12 billion increase in new bankcard limits issued. Other insights offered by Experian, the leading global information services company, include record lows in early-stage bankcard delinquencies.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/60907-experian-analysis-shows-bankcard-origination-volumes-increasing-21-percent
With only 12 inches of blank space left on his body, Zombie Boy and Dermablend Professional join forces again to deliver an epic collaboration. Known for “Go Beyond the Cover,” the 2011 YouTube phenomenon that garnered 22 million views, six prestigious awards and a cult following, Zombie Boy and Dermablend are back with yet another shocking reveal! Using 3-D technology, Dermablend gives everyone the chance to get up close and personal with Zombie Boy; you can touch him, you can feel him…don’t worry he won’t bite. The duo offers fans the chance to delve deep into Zombie Boy’s secrets and discover the stories behind each tattoo…bet you can’t guess which tattoo was his first. Throughout your journey, take notice that Dermablend is always close by, for each tattoo you learn about, you also learn the Dermablend products used to cover the dark skeletal ink. Don’t assume it’s just Leg and Body Cover that was used, Cover Creme Foundation makes many appearances. And best of all, users can step into Zombie Boy’s skin to ”zombify” themselves , you may laugh now but if you want to be entered to win a trip to NYC Fashion Week!, then you may want to “zombify” your face sooner rather than later!
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/62955-dermablend-professional-and-zombie-boy-nyc-fashion-week-trip-contest
