We wish to thank the Cumberland Council for providing financial support which has helped maintain an active community life by enriching the cultural activities of immigrant middle-aged and senior citizens The New South Wales Multicultural Seniors Association organized a fund-raising event and grandparents’ day to celebrate literary activities.
It was held on October 14, 2017, from 10am to 3pm. The “Event Reps Presentation and Celebration of Grandparents’ Day” was scheduled at the Cumberland Town Hall Auditorium.
Some very important guests were in attendence:
1. The Honorable Ernest Wong (Member of NSW Legislative Council);
2. Mr. Greg Cummings (Mayor of Cumberland);
3. Mr George Campbell (Labor Party Candidate);
4. Mr Donna Davis (Senior Elective Officier);
5. Mr. Jiang Baotai, Executive Vice President of Peaceful Reunification Promotion Association of Sydney,
6. Mr. Shen Feng, Chairman of the Beijing General Federation of Sydney Metro Assist of the Sino-Russian Descendants Culture Reservation, New South Wales National Association of Middle-aged and Old-Age Friends Sponsors
7. Mr. Ziggy Cumberland Council
8. Mr. Geroge Campell, Cumberk Council Young Kun Kun Mr. Han Zhilan, President of the Cultural Heritage Association of Chinese and Russian Descendants, Little Red Riding Hood Mr. Qiu Wenliang, head of the pedestrian delegation, and Mr. Michael Ng, representative of Auburn.
First, the meeting was addressed by the chairman of the association, Agathia Ge Yinglan; Mr. Wang Guozhong, Mayor Cumberland. The leaders have made speeches and congratulations.
Next, the Drum team, the Qui’po model team, the national dance troupe and the sailors have done a wonderful performance. Russian Chinese team also made a bilingual performance of “permanent memories” chorus; Xinjiang folk dance “Dolan”.
After the performance, a certificate of honour was given to the contributing art troupe by Mr Greg Cummings, Mayor of Cumberland.
Winners are: Yao Shimin, Zhang Guihua, A Qing, Zhang Han, Yang Ying and Li Yanhua.
President Agathia Ge Yinglan presented the honorary certificate to the leader of the conference, Zhang Xiumei.
The congress breaked for lunch in a harmonious and friendly atmosphere with nearly 400 people dining. Delicious meals were provided by Lu Wei, Wu Guilan, Wu Guiyun, Jiang Guiying, Yu Jie, Xu Yueli and other members of the Association, and their hard work was acknowledged.
After lunch, President Agathia Ge Yinglan announced the beginning of grandparents’ day celebration, and wish all grandparents to relax and sing! There was beautiful music, dancing, and singing, creating a very happy and emotional event.
The celebration of “Grandparents’ Day” is one of the largest events the Association has put together since its founding. It marks the development and growth of the Association of Multicultural Seniors. It also shows that our social influence and important role have reached new heights in the community.
The success of this party was made possible from the strong leadership of our president and benefited from many organisers and staff members like Qi Meiyun, Lu Wei and Michelle Cher, who worked tirelessly. Everyone from different ethnic groups, different and social backgrounds were in attendance.
Our impact has allowed senior members of the community to interact with each other, build new lasting friendships and escape any loneliness they might be experiencing. The physical and mental activities provided help to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This will surely guide us to create a better environment for seniors!
We are thankful for our community, and we especially are thankful for our beautiful life here in multicultural Australia.
