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HKABA- Victoria reflects on 2009 |
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THE YEAR IN REVIEW |
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2009 has been marked by the continual progress towards strategic initiatives identified by and undertaken by the Executive Committee of the Victorian Chapter. The Committee wants to further develop and progress the value proposition and membership standing of the Victorian Chapter.
The year has been one of challenge and satisfaction. In spite of the challenges from the worldwide global financial crisis, a great deal of satisfaction has been generated from the very strong and positive results gained from Major Event initiatives, particularly the re-activation of the Business Awards Gala Dinner after 2 years absence. |
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NEW INITIATIVES |
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When the Committee was elected 12 months ago we undertook to strengthen our communication with the membership and to put in place initiatives to ensure we fully understand what the members wanted out of the HKABA, Vic Chapter. One of the initiatives we undertook in this area was to launch a membership survey. It was designed to ask members about their priorities as members. This survey has provided us with valuable information and has assisted us in organising events for our members. The survey will be repeated in 2010.
Other important initiatives have included: |
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Publishing a monthly newsletter that provides better communication with our members. |
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Successfully launching our own chapter website: http://www.hkabavic.com.au. |
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Launching a HKABA Vic dedicated phone line (1300322072) in December 2008. |
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Moving our official address to 37/131 La Trobe St, Melbourne in order to save costs. |
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FUNCTIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS |
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During 2009 the Victorian Chapter held a number of diverse and significant member networking functions. These functions and events included: |
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A reception to meet Mr Michael Suen Ming Yeung, Secretary for Education, HKSARG; was held on 2 December 2008 at the Melbourne Town Hall. |
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Co-hosting the traditional Chinese New Year Function in conjunction with the HKETO and HKTDC. |
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A Business Forum on 8th April where more than 50 members and business associates took part. |
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An economic and trade forum in conjunction with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council was held at Crown Casino In May,. |
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A special function hosted by the Rt. Honorable the Lord Mayor of Melbourne Robert Doyle in conjunction with Hong Kong Australia Business Association, Hong Kong Trade Development Council and InvestHK was held in July at the Melbourne Town Hall. |
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Our first networking Yum Cha Luncheon was held on July17 at the Plume Chinese Restaurant in Doncaster. |
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Our 10th Business Awards Gala Dinner resumed inAugust this year after 2 year’s absence. This successful event was held at the Crown Casino and more than 250 members and guests attended this function including representatives from HKABA Committees nationally. |
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Our first winery tour to the Yarra Valley Winery Region was held on 4th
September 2009. |
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City of Melbourne and Australian Industry Group have decided to promote a trade mission to attend HK Forum and World SME in December. The deputy mayor, Susan Riley, will be leading the delegation. |
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BUSHFIRE DONATION |
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HKABA Victoria Chapter has made a donation to help bushfire victims to rebuild their lives after the terrible bushfires, especially in Victoria. |
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FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION |
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We have assisted the Foundation by donating full proceeds from sale of raffle tickets and auction items at the Business Awards Gala Dinner. |
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