Keep Yourself and Your Family Safe In and Around Water During Swimming, Fishing, and Boating by Following These Safety Recommendations
为确保您和家人的安全，请在游泳、钓鱼和划船时，遵循以下安全建议：
Know your fire risk, stay safe
For more information: https://www.vic.gov.au/how-well-do-you-know-fire-simplified-chinese
Salvos Stores Call for Donation from Multicultural Communities
救世军慈善商店呼吁来自多元文化社区的捐赠
Please refer to the flyer for more details.
Congratulations to Annisa Li Zhang (张俪), Wesa Wai-Sum Chau (邹慧心), and Jijun (Jack) Yang (杨际军) on their well-deserved induction into the Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll! This prestigious recognition honours their outstanding contributions to multiculturalism in Victoria.
The induction ceremony, held on 4 December 2024, at the iconic Government House, was hosted by Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria. The event was also attended by Premier Jacinta Allan, Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt, and VMC Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen.
This achievement is a testament to their dedication and hard work in promoting diversity and inclusion in Victorian communities.
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Annisa Li Zhang:
Annisa Li Zhang is a dedicated advocate for multiculturalism in Victoria, making significant contributions through her leadership roles, community work, and writings. She authored and published a groundbreaking 350-page book, In the Town Hall, which chronicles her experiences as a local candidate during the tumultuous period of the COVID-19 pandemic and her resilience in the face of racial online attacks. Establishing the Asian Leadership Program, Asian-Australians are empowered with the essential knowledge, skills, networks, and confidence to assume leadership positions in politics.
Annisa has been a tireless advocate for multicultural communities, championing various initiatives, particularly in the arts and festivals. A standout achievement is her successful proposal and implementation of Glen Eira’s first official Lunar New Year celebration in 2022. She also played a key role in establishing Glen Eira’s first Multicultural Advisory Committee, serving as its co-chair. She has demonstrated her commitment to community engagement and social cohesion by organising teams to participate in the AFL Unity Cup program.
Wesa Wai-Sum Chau:
Wesa Chau is one of Australia’s most influential voices and foremost thought leaders on multiculturalism and cultural diversity. She is currently the Managing Director of Multicultural Leadership Initiative, a national non-profit organisation that aims to uplift the voices of culturally and linguistically diverse people to shape solutions address climate change.
Wesa has been recognised through numerous awards such as the 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian Awards in 2020 as the category winner in education, an Australian Leadership Award in 2013, the Young Victorian of the Year Award in 2010, and was an inductee to the Victorian Honour Roll of Women in 2012.
Jijun (Jack) Yang:
Born in Longxi County, China, Jijun (Jack) Yang immigrated to Ballarat and has established himself as a vital community member volunteering his time offering free tai chi classes in the beautiful surrounds of Lake Wendouree. His outgoing personality, communication skills and sense of energetic improvement has attracted a diverse group of followers to attend his classes from primary school children to senior residents.
Jack also teaches at the English Corner Group encouraging cultural exchange through song and performance whilst migrants learn English. He demonstrates and teaches tai chi for the Ageing Well program of Ballarat City Council and at local events and community clubs in the area. He supports Ballarat Regional Multicultural Council’s multicultural events as well as local associations promoting Chinese culture and practice at aged care facilities, schools and sports groups.
Slow down to Keep Everyone Safe
减速行驶，确保安全
假期是与亲友团聚以及度假的好时机。外出时请务必安全驾驶并遵守限速。
超速会危及所有人的安全，而且你可能会因超速面临严重处罚。
警察将随处出现，以确保每个人都遵守交通规则。
为了确保大家的安全，请减速行驶。维州澳华社区委员会(CCCAV)祝您假期愉快!
有关道路安全规则的更多信息，请访问此网站: Simplified Chinese Website Link
The holiday season is a great time to connect with family and friends and to take a vacation. When you go out, please drive safely and within the speed limit.
Speeding puts everyone in danger, and you may face serious penalties for speeding.
Police will be around to ensure everyone follows the road rules.
To keep everyone safe, please slow down. The Chinese Community Council of Australia, Victoria Chapter (CCCAV) wishes you a happy holiday season!
For more information on road safety rules, please visit this website: Simplified Chinese Website Link
MEDIA RELEASE
CCCAV Condemns the Arson Attack on a Synagogue in Ripponlea, Melbourne
6 December 2024
We, at the Chinese Community Council of Australia (Victoria Chapter), are deeply shocked and saddened by the recent arson attack on the synagogue in Ripponlea, Melbourne. We strongly condemn this abhorrent act of antisemitism and violence.
We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community, acknowledging the trauma, fear, and distress that this attack has caused. We recognise that an attack on one community is an attack on all communities.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jewish community during this difficult time. We offer our heartfelt support as you heal and recover from this traumatic incident..
We are committed to working together with all communities to reject hate and promote understanding, inclusivity, and kindness, and to build a safer and more harmonious society for all.
Welcome to visit WWII in Asia Photo and Book Exhibition. Revisit the pivotal moments of WWII in Asia, particularly in China, through a stunning collection of photographs. Remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of individuals and communities during that unforgettable era (1931-1945).
Organised by: The Chinese Australians for Peace Association Inc (CAPA). https://cccav.org.au/capa/
RSVP: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1321194
维州澳华社区委员会与CultureVerse以及交通部合作，共同倡议公众提升对道路施工人员人身安全的关注。我们认为，虽然道路施工增添了不便，但这是为了所有人的利益——道路施工人员的辛勤工作值得被尊重。我们倡议，道路施工人员每日工作充满风险，驾车遇到道路施工人员时，请谨慎驾驶；时刻遵循交通限速，保护道路施工人员和自己的安全。我们意识到，道路施工人员和我们一样，是为了家庭为了未来而努力工作的普通人。
The Chinese Community Council of Australia – Victoria Chapter (CCCAV), in collaboration with CultureVerse and the Department of Transport, is jointly advocating for greater public awareness of the safety of road construction workers. We believe that while roadworks may cause inconvenience, they are carried out for the benefit of everyone—and the hard work of road construction workers deserves our respect. We call on the public to remember that road construction workers face risks every day on the job. When encountering them while driving, please drive cautiously and always adhere to speed limits to protect both their safety and your own. We recognise that road construction workers are just like us—ordinary people working hard for their families and a better future.
For more information: https://transport.vic.gov.au/news-and-resources/transport-safety-campaigns/road-workers-are-people-too/road-workers-are-people-too-mandarin
