Warmest congratulations on the successful final of the “Zai Su Fang Hua” Dance Competition of the MSA held on October 25th at the Pennant Hills Community Centre.
This dance competition was the culmination of eight months of meticulous planning by our Chairman Ge and the support of the organising, judging, and logistical teams. The perfect selection of the first-prize winning team was met with unanimous acclaim from the audience. Through this event, the artistic skills of the teams were fully utilised and enhanced, with a harmonious balance between activity and participation. The majority of participants were middle-aged and elderly individuals in their 60s and 70s, with even dancers in their 80s actively participating. This has played a positive role in improving the physical fitness and health of middle-aged friends through dance. The entire process of our dance competition was published in Asia Pacific Film and Television. Zhang Baojun’s article on the competition received extremely high click rates and was included in the “Featured” section. Thanks to teachers Sun, Lu, and Rui for capturing the vivid moments of the dance competition. Special thanks to Chairman Xiao of the Canberra Photography Association for personally driving to the event to capture stunning images for the performing teams and individuals.
Guests attending the dance competition included the Consul General of Russia in Sydney, a former New South Wales Legislative Council member, leaders from municipal government departments, the chief director of the “Fushan Fushui Futianxia” Australian Spring Festival Gala, and leaders from various friendly community organisations. They all delivered congratulatory speeches up on the stage.
The judging panel consisted of Chairman Ge as the head judge.
This dance competition featured a wide variety of styles, excellent material, and high-level performances, showcasing the passion of middle-aged and elderly participants for dance. The 21 finalist teams left vivid impressions on stage. The Jacaranda Art Troupe provided entertainment and applause at the awards ceremony.
Through the finals, three teams won first prize:
The Sydney Jacaranda Dance Troupe’s group dance: New Year’s Yangko;
The Jasmine Art Troupe’s group dance: Tang Dynasty Night Banquet;
The Sydney Chinese Ethnic Dance Troupe’s duet: My Flower.
Four second prizes were also awarded in this dance competition. Five Third Prizes, Nine Honorary Award, Two Outstanding Creative Works Awards, and Three Outstanding Group Performance Awards were presented. Congratulations to the participating entries for their excellent results! Judges presented certificates and banners to the winning teams and individuals.
To celebrate the successful conclusion of the dance competition, President Ge Yinglan delivered a speech, summarising the event, offering her thoughts and gratitude. Comments from participants followed.
Comments from participants.
The dance competition concluded successfully. We enjoyed dinner together, and after dinner, the dance party began.
Closing Remarks: Although the dance competition has come to a successful close, the enthusiasm of the participants continues to shine. We have truly felt the pull of community here. These past few months of preparation and training have made our bodies resonate with the music, and our cells pulsate with the feeling of movement. This time is worth cherishing and remembering! We sincerely thank the two presidents of the “Association of Middle-Aged and Elderly Friends of All Ethnic Groups,” Ge Yinglan and Dou Xingjia, for their tireless efforts in charitable work, serving the community, providing a platform for middle-aged and elderly people, and actively organising various forms of celebrations and competitions. We are extremely grateful!
On October 1st, Chairman Ge personally led a team representing the “Friends Association” and “Friendship Association” to perform at the Fairfield Nursing Home. This activity, enriching the spiritual and cultural lives of the elderly and filled with love and joy, was reported by the “Voice of China” newspaper. It deserves praise.
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, our Friends Association’s art team is active in various communities. Chairman Ge delivered a moving speech.
On October 5th, our Chairman Ge was invited to attend the “50th Anniversary Celebration of the Purple Bamboo Grove Mid-Autumn Festival” event held at Sydney Town Hall. Congratulations!
Goodbye to the vibrant and story-filled October. Let us join hands and move forward to welcome a brighter dawn!
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