Day 1 of Tour of Hakka Territories in Southern China Feb/Mar 2011 西澳客家公会省亲考察团2011年2月27日至3月5日中国一游

A view of Shantou City 汕头市风貌

BBQ Picnic at Heathcote, Applecross 21 Nov 2010

A Barbeque Picnic at Heathcote, Applecross was organised by HakkaWA on 21 November 2010.

The Association did not have to outlay any of its funds, and all members were invited. Officials from the Consulate-General of China in Perth were also present to enjoy this lovely sunny Sunday.

Victor, an active member of our Association:

A scene of the Barbeque Picnic underway, with members and friends mingling and having a good time!

Beautiful scenery of the picnic site, where all the senses are satisfied - sense, sight, smell, taste - and the feeling enjoyment among friends!

Members enjoying some food and conversation at the BBQ Picnic:

Another scene of members conversing and all are enjoying the company and food:

The ladies are having appreciating the company too:

Mr. & Mrs. Clement Tsen and other members:

Light up the barbie! Cooking underway. BBQ food will be served in a minute!

What a view at the background!

The banner of the Association hangs proudly, calling for all Hakkas and anyone interested in the Hakka culture and language to join us:

Seminar on Hakka Culture & History 24 October 2010

A Seminar was given by renowned Hakka artist Mr. WANG Bo 王博 from Huizhou, China on 24 October 2010 when he visited Perth. Mr. Wang has since joined HakkaWA as a financial member. The following photos were taken by another member and artist Victor Yong. This first one here being a "photo for the album" of some of the participants in the seminar:

Fei Zhi 非智 was the coordinator, here introducing Mr. WANG Bo to the participants: The participants listened attentively to the talk:

Swan River Cruise on 14 November 2010

26 HakkaWA members out of a total of 29 passengers were on the Swan River Cruise on 14 November 2010. (The Association's funds were not utilised at all, and 90% of the passengers were members. Each and every passenger paid $50. All members were invited).

Members and family enjoying the buffet spread on board the cruise boat.

Member # 009 Joyce and Tee Young enjoying the barbeque on board the cruise boat.

LIFE member Charlie Chang, and member Ken Lin and his dad, tucking at the buffet.

Service personnel explaining the safety features and facilities on board.

Life member Charlie Chang's family, and members #005 Evelyn Wong & #006 Kevin Chong, and family.

The only Honorary Advisor, Life member Harry Seow on board. Another MEMBER there (who said no HakkaWA members were on the cruise?)

Life Member Charlie Chang & family

LIFE Member Charlie CHANG and his family. Charlie joined as a LIFE Member straight away on application. Real members there!

Boarding the Cruise Boat

Buffet on  board

 

Mother's Day BBQ Gathering at Tina & Johnny Yong's house - 2 May 2010

Mother's Day BBQ Gathering at Tina & Johnny Yong's house - 2 May 2010

Dinner hosted by the President 21 Apr 2010

Honorary Advisors & Committee members who attended the Committee Meeting of 21 April 2010 were invited to a sumptuous dinner hosted by our President at Bentley Chinese Restaurant (浅水湾餐厅), 28A Chapman Road, St James. During the Meeting Mr. James SF CHONG was unanimously appointed Honorary Advisor for the incumbent term. These are some of the pictures taken during the dinner:

Final post - Dinner Invitation by Consul-General of China 24 March 2010

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Post 2 of 3 - Dinner Invitation by Consul-General of China 24 March 2010

The hospitality extended to our Association is very much appreciated. Mr. Li Shugang & Mrs. Li (who was an eye specialist in Beijing), as well as Consul Deng Fang and Consul Yang, were excellent hosts who made sure all the 10 of us had a wonderful experience that evening.

Dinner Invitation by Consul-General of China 24 March 2010

The Consul-General of the People's Republic of China in Perth, Mr. Li Shugang extended an invitation to the Hakka Association of Western Australia Inc. to send 10 members to have dinner with him, his wife and two of his Consuls on 24 March 2010 at the Consulate-General in East Perth.

Last of 4 posts - Badminton group activity on 27 March '10 at Wesley College

After the good exercises, most of the players then munched on the Easter cross buns so generously supplied by Clement Tsen. Some of the other members proceeded to Bentley Chinese Restaurant at 28A Chapman Road, St James for some drinks and snacks. The loh-pak and home-made spring rolls there were delicious!

3rd of 4 posts - Badminton group activity on 27 March '10 at Wesley College

See all the ladies in action?!

More pics of the Badminton games on 27 March '10

Clement in action.

Badminton group activity on 27 March '10 at Wesley College

This is the 1st post of 5 photos each, of the badminton group's activity at Wesley College, South Perth on Saturday 27 March 2010. Clement Tsen, Nick Tye and his parents, and 2 of the Sim brothers are amongst the players. Clement brought some Easter Cross Buns for all to enjoy.

3rd badminton group activity - more pics

Even beginners can have a good time getting some exercise. Many of the players in the group are not seasoned players, but enjoy the physical workout as well as the good compamy. For example, the group adjourned after the games to lunch at Bentley Chinese Restauant.

3rd Badminton games - Feb 2010

The 3rd badminton games were played at the Morely Sport & Recreation Centre on 27 February 2010.

Chinese New Year Gathering Feb 2010

Here are 4 more pics of the Roleystone gathering at Edward & Sandra Kuh's home.

Chinese New Year Gathering Feb 2010

1st day of Chinese New Year, Sunday 14 February 2010 Mr. Edward Kuh and his wife Sandra hosted this 3rd Hakka WA dinner gathering at their vast property at Roleystone.