Category: Community News

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.

Ref:

• https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-awards-for-excellence
• https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/victorian-multicultural-honour-roll-inductees

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

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/

• Date: Saturday 7 December 2024, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Venue: Clayton Community Centre – Meeting Room. 9-15 Cooke Street, Clayton Victoria 3168

RSVP: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1321194

Summer Fire Safety Reminder from the Victorian Government

夏季来临，维州政府提醒防火安全

您每天都应该：
» 关注气象情况以及官方信息来源，留意警报信息。
» 如果您周边发生火灾，应立即采取行动保护您的生命安全。
» 不要等到出现警报信息后才采取行动。
» 遵守当地有关用火活动的规章制度。
» 确保任何工业与农业活动都遵守相关指导方针。

更多中文资讯：https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fire-safety-in-other-languages/mandarin

Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA): The Leadership and Mentoring Toolkit Now Available

Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) has launched the WWDA LEAD (Lead, Engage, Activate, Drive) Leadership and Mentoring Toolkit, designed specifically for women and gender-diverse people with disabilities. This free resource aims to empower users by providing tips, ideas, and strategies to make a positive impact in their communities. The toolkit emphasizes the importance of inclusive leadership and the principle of “Nothing about us without us,” encouraging users to challenge societal norms and advocate for accessibility and equality. By exploring this toolkit, individuals can embark on their leadership journey and contribute to a more inclusive world.

The WWDA LEAD Leadership and Mentoring Toolkit can be accessed here: https://wwda.org.au/2024/10/16/the-leadership-and-mentoring-toolkit-is-now-available/

《如何成为一名优秀的领导者》中文版本: https://wwda.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/5806-WWDA-Leadership-Mentoring-toolkit-ER-v4a_SimplifiedChinese.pdf

该工具包提出要成为一名优秀的领导者应遵守的5 项原则:

1. Challenging and transforming traditional views of leadership | 改变对”领导者应该怎么领导”的看法。
2. Value diversity and lived experience | 重视差异和各种经历。
3. Nothing about us without us | 关于我们的事不能没有我们的参与。
4. Lead by lifting others up | 鼓励和支持他人。
5. Care for self to care for community | 关爱你自己和你的社区。

Have Your Say: Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme

You are invited to complete a short survey to improve Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic): http://bit.ly/CDSVic_survey. Respondents will have a chance to win one of four $100 gift cards.

欢迎填写一份简短问卷，为改进维州的空瓶回收计划发表意见: http://bit.ly/CDSVic_survey

请在问卷开头部分选择：Chinese Community Council of Australia (CCCA Vic)

We’d love to hear your thoughts on how we can improve recycling across Victoria!

As part of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) efforts to improve services, we’re inviting you to take part in a short survey to help make CDS Vic better and more accessible for all, including those in the Chinese community.

By completing the survey, respondents will not only have a chance to win one of four $100 gift cards, but they’ll also play a part in helping Victoria reduce waste and create a cleaner, greener state.

This survey is available in 5 languages, including English and Simplified Chinese.

Please click on the name of the organisation at the beginning of the survey: Chinese Community Council of Australia (CCCA Vic)

Link to complete the survey: http://bit.ly/CDSVic_survey

Survey Closes on Friday, 1 of November – Prize Draw: Four $100 gift cards up for grabs!

Have Your Say: Chinese Community Consultation on Chadstone’s Future

发表您的意见：关于墨尔本Chadstone未来规划的华人社区咨询

Chadstone是一个位于维多利亚州顶级购物胜地附近充满活力的社区。

墨尔本、维多利亚州及其他地区的人们来到 Chadstone 购物中心享受购物、餐饮和娱乐。该中心为成千上万的维多利亚州居民提供就业、服务和日常需求，周边地区的公园、学校和社区设施也为当地社区的繁荣发展提供了支持。

但在整个维多利亚州，没有多少人有机会负担得起类似 Chadstone 所提供的环境的房子。维持现状不是一种选择，我们需要立即采取行动，确保未来每个维多利亚州居民都能在自己可以繁荣发展的地方拥有一套负担得起的住房。

这就是为什么维州政府希望更多的维多利亚州居民能够选择在这个区定居。维州交通和规划部根据居民反馈制定了《Chadstone 活动中心规划草案》，以指导 Chadstone在未来几十年，即现在到 2051 年，如何慢慢改变。现将于2024年9 月 23 日星期一下午 6 点至 7 点举办在线信息发布会，进一步听取社区意见。

更多信息: https://engage.vic.gov.au/project/activitycentres/page/chadstone-cs

9月23日在线信息发布会详情: https://engage.vic.gov.au/project/activitycentres/meeting/622#sub-nav

Small Acts with a Big Impact for a Sustainable Future

细小举动，意义重大，迈向可持续未来

Sustainability Victoria’s latest Small Acts Make A Big Impact campaign has launched!

细小举动，意义重大，迈向可持续未来。细小的举动，例如将物品正确分类放进回收箱里，并记得随身携带可重复使用的水瓶等可重复使用品，对维州可持续发展的未来有重大意义。

• 把厨余放入 FOGO（亮绿色盖子）垃圾桶：把厨余和花园垃圾丢入 FOGO 垃圾桶，以便回收并变成堆肥（一种天然肥料），农场种植时可再利用。
• 自带可重复使用的咖啡杯：购买外卖咖啡时，请使用可重复使用的咖啡杯。此举不仅能减少垃圾填埋量，帮助保持维州环境，还能节省生活开支。
• 回收利用物请勿打包：把回收利用物散装放进箱里，不要打包，这样能更有效地收集和处理回收利用物，还能变旧为新，用它们来修造人行道和马路。
• 浏览所处市政府网站，了解各类垃圾桶具体可投入的垃圾类别。
• 出门时记得携带可重复使用的水瓶。
• 提前规划好每周的晚餐，减少家中食物的浪费。
• 用完的电池应送到相应的回收点。
• 避免将食物和液体留在回收物品中。

更多信息请参阅：https://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/simplified-chinese-small-acts