Welcome to a High-level Delegation from Beijing
Auckland Branch had the honour of welcoming a high-level delegation from Beijing at a dinner on Tuesday, 4th September 2011. The delegation was led by Mr Liao Hui, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) [the Chinese equivalent of the US Senate] and also President of the China-Oceania Friendship Assoc. (COFA).
National President Eric Livingstone was unable to attend as he is in Europe, and Auckland President George Andrews warmly welcomed Mr. Liao and his delegation on behalf of NZCFS. He recalled that back in 1952 the Society’s initial aim was for New Zealand to give diplomatic recognition to China and spoke of Rewi Alley’s contribution. He underlined that next year the Society would be celebrating the 40th year since this was achieved, as well as the Society’s 60th anniversary.
In reply, Mr. Liao pointed out that 60 + 40 make a really auspicious number and he wished us and Auckland all the best for our celebrations next year. He recounted that, as a youth, he had met Rewi Alley, but, at the time hadn’t realized how important Rewi was.
For the fuller report and photos please see the following post: Auckland branch welcomes high-level delegation from Beijing.
Their visit included a flying visit to Rotorua to look at the programme there teaching Mandarin in schools.
2011 Prominent Person and Leaders Delegation to China
Every year Youxie invites NZCFS to take a delegation to China which this year will visit Beijing, Shandong and Fujian. Sally Russell, Hawke’s Bay will lead the group who are: from Dunedin, Vivienne Holmes an Electoral Commission Community Educator and teacher Colin Child; Timaru, Andrew Turnbull a Company Manager of DC Turnbull and Co, grain and seed merchants, shipping agents, and wool scours exporting to China; Christchurch, Tong Tian (Tony) a Software Engineer; Nelson, Anne Todd-Lambie a lawyer and Family Court Mediator; Wellington, Bruce Asher, Principal Policy Advisor Dept Corrections and Joy Asher, a nurse and midwife and researcher at the Royal New Zealand Plunket Society; Palmerston North, John Brunsden with an English Teaching Business with two campuses one in Palmerston Nth and one in Wellington; Hawke’s Bay, Acupuncturist Heiko Lade; and from Hibiscus Coast, Ruth E. Henderson, a Freelance Journalist.
Tours
NZCFS Photographers Tour April 2012 – 22 Days in China
The specially selected destinations offer amazing photographic opportunities to spend time in a range of different environments, from terraced hillsides and minority villages to modern cityscapes; from peaceful scenic landscapes to the bustle of daily life; a broad offering of old and new. ( itinerary subject to change)
Our visit includes:
- Guilin landscapes and minority peoples
- “Old” Phoenix town—Fenghuang
- Scenic Huangshan and Zhangjiajie National Forest
- Shanghai, cityscapes of contrast (see over for full draft itinerary)
Judy Livingstone past president of the Christchurch Branch and a keen photographer will be leading this tour.
Contact Ann White – see our tours page on this website and register your interest.
Price $6990—All inclusive with meals, 4 star twin share accommodation where available, internal travel and entrance fees (estimated, subject to currency exchange, excludes Chinese visa and insurances)
Suitable for amateur and professional photographers
April 5 to April 26 in China
(Final itinerary and dates to be confirmed)
