On September 29th, the South Australia Shanghai Chamber of Commerce hosted a roast lamb buffet at Barossa Valley’s prestigious Rongteng Winery to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. This month also marks the Mid-Autumn Festival, a brilliant gem of traditional Chinese culture, which has become a bond of affection for Chinese families around the world. Every Mid-Autumn Festival, wherever they are, Chinese people across the globe look at the moon and send their thoughts and blessings to their hometown and loved ones. As we celebrate the 75th anniversary of our motherland, overseas Chinese have gathered to wish the country prosperity and peace.
The event was organized by the South Australia Shanghai Chamber of Commerce, co-hosted by Rongteng Winery, and supported by the Consulate General of China in South Australia and the South Australian Government. The event was jointly hosted by Keith, CEO of Adelaide Eye, and Annie, General Manager of Australia China Media.
Special guests included Tony Piccolo, Member of Parliament and the Special Representative of the Premier of South Australia, Consul General Li Dong from the Chinese Consulate in Adelaide, Deputy Consul General Pi Lijun, Federal Member of Parliament Louise Miller-Frost, and over a hundred friends from various sectors of South Australia.
Tony Piccolo, the Special Representative of the Premier of South Australia, delivered a speech expressing his gratitude and best wishes, hoping for greater development in economic and cultural exchanges between South Australia and China.
Consul General Li Dong also delivered a speech, conveying his sincere blessings for the motherland, his care for the overseas Chinese, and his firm confidence in the continued friendly development between South Australia and China. He extended his greetings to all the Chinese nationals and friends of South Australia present at the event. He highlighted that the Mid-Autumn Festival is not only a symbol of family reunion but also a bridge for international friendship. The full moon symbolizes the deep affection for the motherland and embodies the pursuit of social harmony by Chinese people worldwide. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, it is commendable that the South Australia Shanghai Chamber of Commerce has organized overseas Chinese to come together to celebrate the National Day. He also expressed his gratitude for the presence of the Premier’s representative.
Federal Member of Parliament Louise Miller-Frost also gave a speech, thanking the South Australia Chamber of Commerce for the invitation and the support of the Chinese community, and wishing everyone a happy National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival.
Mr. Gu Xiongwen, President of the South Australia Chamber of Commerce, also delivered a speech, expressing his gratitude to Consul General Li Dong and his wife, to the Premier’s representative, and to all the Chinese friends who attended the event. He wished the motherland a happy 75th anniversary and hoped for further cooperation and exchange between South Australia and China.
The event featured roast lamb, a variety of buffet dishes, and wine from Rongteng Winery, with everyone enjoying the delicious food and drinks.
To help vulnerable members of society and bring warmth and hope to those in need, the charity organization Compassionate Legacy held a special charity raffle at the event. All funds raised will go towards building a new playground for a school. Every contribution and show of support adds to the joy and growth of these children!
The celebration was a great success.
