Author: CCCAV

Third Civics Education Workshop Successfully Held in Victoria

维州华人社区公民教育讲座第三期成功举办

Following the success of two earlier workshops, the Third Civics Education Workshop for the Chinese‑Australian community in Victoria was successfully held on Saturday, 10 May 2025, at RMIT University in Melbourne, drawing more than seventy participants.

The event began with an Acknowledgment of Country delivered by respected community leader Ms Guosheng Chen. Dr Jing Qi, Convenor of the Chinese Australian Studies Forum at RMIT, served as MC, guiding the program and introducing speakers. Jimmy Li, President of the Chinese Community Council of Australia, Victoria Chapter (CCCAV), formally welcomed participants, followed by Simon Chan AM, President of the Chinese Australian Forum (CAF), who spoke about the purpose and significance of the civics education series.

Co‑organised by CCCAV and the Chinese Australian Studies Forum at RMIT, the workshop furthered the series’ mission to strengthen community understanding of Australian democracy, civic participation, and the recognition of misinformation and disinformation. Delivered in both Mandarin and English, the session featured a keynote presentation by Dr Eric Fu, Senior Research Fellow in Civics and Citizenship Education at the University of Melbourne, who guided attendees through key concepts and case‑based discussions.

Throughout the afternoon, participants gained insights into how democratic institutions function, practical steps for engaging with Australia’s political processes, and strategies for critically evaluating information—topics that have remained central to the workshop series from its inception.

Supported by the Australian Government’s National Foundation for Australia‑China Relations and the Chinese Australian Forum (CAF), this third workshop reflects a deepening commitment to equipping Chinese‑Australian residents with the knowledge and confidence needed for active, informed civic participation. It also demonstrates the community’s growing demand for civics education, building on the momentum of earlier sessions and strengthening collaboration between community organisations and academic partners.

Seeking Young Singers for Multicultural Anthem “We Are Australia”

JCL Productions P/L and Project Television P/L invite talented singers aged 6-17 from diverse backgrounds for a multicultural anthem “We Are Australia”. Winners will feature in new music videos proposed for Australia Day, Harmony Week and the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. Submit your video by 1 August 2025. 

For more information, please contact: JonClaire@jclproductions.com.au

Ref: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10161719094711472&id=706681471

征集青少年歌手参与演唱多元文化主题歌曲《我们是澳大利亚》

JCL制作公司与Project电视公司现面向全国征集年龄在6至17岁之间的优秀青少年歌手，参与演唱多元文化主题歌曲《We Are Australia 我们是澳大利亚》。入选者将参与拍摄全新音乐视频，计划用于澳大利亚日、和谐周以及2032年布里斯班奥运会的宣传推广。请于2025年8月1日前提交你的视频作品。

请联系: JonClaire@jclproductions.com.au

参考: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10161719094711472&id=706681471

Welcome to attend a free five-week digital literacy workshop series, designed for Mandarin-speaking seniors aged 55 and over. The program will be held at narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services in the Melbourne CBD.

Sessions are delivered entirely in Mandarin by young Mandarin-speaking tech helpers from Lively, and are designed to help older adults build confidence using everyday digital tools. Each week focuses on a different topic, with hands-on, beginner-friendly content tailored to the needs of Mandarin-speaking community members.

欢迎参加为期五周的电子科技素养工作坊，专门面向讲普通话的老年人，所有课程将以普通话授课。每节课聚焦一个不同的实用主题，帮助您提升使用电子设备的信心。课程内容实用、适合初学者，并贴近普通话使用者的需求。

• When / 时间: Wednesdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm. 每周三：上午10:30 – 下午1:30
• Location / 地点: narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services. 141 Therry Street, Melbourne (in the Queen Victoria Market precinct). narrm ngarrgu 图书馆与家庭服务中心(位于维多利亚女皇市场附近)
• Bookings / 报名方式: Bookings are required for each individual session. 每节课需单独报名，请提前登记。
• Register here / 报名链接： https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1337747

Workshop Schedule / 工作坊时间安排

1. Week 1 (28 May) – Getting Started with WeChat (Beginner). 第一周 – 微信入门（初级）– 5月28日
2. Week 2 (4 June) – How to Search the Internet (Beginner). 第二周 – 如何使用互联网搜索信息（初级）– 6月4日
3. Week 3 (11 June) – Messaging or Email (Intermediate). 第三周 – 发送短信或者电子邮件（中级）– 6月11日
4. Week 4 (18 June) – Google Maps and Navigation (Advanced). 第四周 – 地图与导航（高级）– 6月18日
5. Week 5 (25 June) – Free Online Entertainment (Beginner). 第五周 – 免费在线娱乐资源（初级）– 6月25日

Upcoming Event: Unveiling of Chinese Textile Donations from Tyon Gee at the Chinese Museum

The Museum of Chinese Australian History invites you to join a special event to unveil Tyon Gee’s stunning capsule collection.

• Date: Sunday 8 June 2025, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
• Location: Chinese Museum, Chinatown, 22 Cohen Place, Melbourne 
• RSVP: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379274 (Tickets: $20. Using discount code CCCAV50 to receive 50% off discount.)

Born in Deshan, Guangdong, Tyon Gee moved to Sydney in 1939 with her husband, William, and their two children. Among her most treasured belongings was a carefully chosen collection of Chinese clothing which served as a lasting connection to her home and heritage.

Through Tyon Gee’s personal journey and the intricate craftsmanship of these garments, we share the story of Chinese immigrants in Australia during the 1930s. The collection highlights the blend of tradition and adaptation in a new land, shaping both identity and the preservation of cultural roots.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a collection that brings history to life through fabric, fashion, and home.

Ref: https://www.chinesemuseum.com.au/Event/donations-to-our-collection-chinese-textile-donations-from-tyon-gee

Congratulations to Women Support Inc. on Winning Inclusive Volunteering Award at the Inclusive Volunteering Awards and Conference on 29 April 2025.

Women Support Inc., founded and led by June Anderson, has provided vital support to numerous vulnerable women through the tireless efforts of a dedicated team of volunteers.

Ref: https://events.humanitix.com/inclusive-volunteering-awards-and-conference-2025

Lest We Forget: Remembering Chinese Australian Servicemen and Women – Upcoming Event at the Chinese Museum on ANZAC Day

永志不忘：缅怀华裔澳大利亚军人 – 澳华博物馆将于澳纽军团日举行纪念活动

The Museum of Chinese Australian History invites you to join an event honoring the lives and legacy of Chinese Australians who bravely served under the Australian flag during World War I and World War II.

• Date: ANZAC DAY – Friday, 25 April 2025
• Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm for event
• 10.00am – 4.00pm for viewing of Anzacs exhibition
• Location: Chinese Museum, Chinatown, 22 Cohen Place, Melbourne 
• Tickets: $20.

Purchase tickets via: https://www.chinesemuseum.com.au/Event/lest-we-forget-remembering-chinese-australian-servicemen-and-women (using discount code CCCAV50 to receive 50% off discount.)

The Event will feature:

• Three short videos in memory of Chinese Australians who served in WWI and WWII:
  • Persistence and Patriotism: Tong Way brothers
  • Desert Warriors: Langtip brothers
  • Bridging Veterans and Current Servicemen: Alwyn Quoy

• Yvonne Horsfield will recall
  “World War I experiences of my grandfather, Hedley Tong Way”
  
• Peter Liefman OAM, a Vietnam Veteran, who has since been recognized for his service to
  veterans and their families, will recount his first-hand experiences.
  
• Adil Soh-Lim, co-author of For Honour and Country: Victorian Chinese Australians in
  WW II, will present some inciteful research on her journey to bring this book together.
  
• Special guest:
  Victorian Veterans Council’s Lucy Saaroni, a military veteran and an Australian Army Public
  Affairs Officer, who was deployed on warlike military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.