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5th China Australia Int’l Film Festival scheduled for November
BEIJING, April 25 ( tasteallchina ) -- The China Australia International Film Festival (CAIFF) is set to return later this year after cancellations over the past several years, announced the organizer on Thursday. At a press conference held on the sidelines of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival, Liu Xiuhua, chairwoman of CAIFF's co-organizer VAC International Group, said that the 5th CAIFF is to be held in Adelaide, capital of South Australia, from Nov. 14 to 17, and is expected to enhance cultural exchanges between China and Australia. CAIFF brings Chinese movies to Australia and provides a platform for those from the film industry in the two countries to discuss and collaborate. It was initiated in 2014 as an annual event before being interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. "It was started as a bridge for people-to-people exchanges between China and Australia," said Yu Lu, chairwoman of the AC Culture Group which co-organizes the event. "It is our wish for CAIFF to continue this year to boost the relationship of the two countries." Luan Guozhi is a former senior Chinese official who was in charge of films when the CAIFF started. He noted that the event has helped promote Chinese culture… -
‘Chinese Bridge’ contest for high school students held in Australia
A contestant performs Peking Opera during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools in Sydney, Australia, May 26, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Gu Shihong) The final round of Australian section of the 17th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools was held on Sunday. A contestant displays his Chinese calligraphy during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools in Sydney, Australia, May 26, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Gu Shihong) A contestant performs during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools in Sydney, Australia, May 26, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Gu Shihong) A contestant performs during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools in Sydney, Australia, May 26, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Gu Shihong) A contestant writes Chinese calligraphy during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for foreign high schools in Sydney, Australia, May 26, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Gu Shihong) A contestant gives a speech during the final round of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency… -
Charming China – Sydney Chinese New Year Celebration: Year of the Dragon
The travel documentary "Charming China - Year of the Dragon", co-produced by Taste all China Australia and Greg Grainger TV, aired on Channel Seven of Australian public television in March 2024. This instalment of the "Charming China" series introduced Australian audiences to the cultural significance of the traditional Chinese New Year festival, along with various celebrations held in Sydney. During the Chinese New Year festivities, thousands of overseas Chinese and local residents in Sydney gathered to experience the joy, vibrancy and cultural ambience of the festival. Through Greg Grainger's camera, viewers followed the host on his journey and experienced a multitude of exciting events celebrating the Year of the Dragon. Grainger engaged in lively conversations with individuals on the streets of Sydney, guiding audiences on an immersive exploration, witnessing the Spring Festival celebrations in Chinatown, the spectacle of Red Sails on the Sydney Opera House, the traditional cultural exhibition at the China Cultural Centre in Sydney, mesmerizing dragon and lion dances, exhilarating dragon boat races at Darling Harbour, a dumpling tasting event symbolizing reunion, the Spring Festival concert at Sydney Town Hall, and the grand Tang Dynasty cultural exhibition at the Australian National Maritime Museum, among others. Since 2018, Taste… -
Charming China – Enchanting Hubei
The travel documentary "Charming China - Enchanting Hubei (Part 1)," co-produced by Taste all China Australia and Greg Grainger TV, airs on Channel Ten of Australian public television in November 2023. This latest installment in the "Charming China" series presents Hubei's rich history and ethnic diversity to Australian viewers. Hosted and produced by renowned Australian TV presenter Greg Grainger, "Enchanting Hubei" highlights Hubei's cultural landmarks and explores the Tujia ethnic group's local customs. In part one, Grainger conducts on-site interviews while traveling the Yangtze River from Wuhan to Jingzhou. He experiences Wuhan's vibrant night lights, the simplicity of Yangtze River life, and the Tujia people's talents and spirits, and visits the tomb of the vassal kings of the State of Chu. Additionally, Grainger indulges in one of Wuhan's most famous local dishes, "hot dry noodles," in Hubu Alley, experiences a wine ceremony in Jingzhou, and enjoys China's traditional flower-drum opera. Part two focuses on the Three Gorges Dam and the traditional lifestyle of the Tujia ethnic group. The Tujia, residing in a secluded paradise, sustain themselves. Their traditional attire, weaving techniques, and agricultural tools have withstood the test of time. Welcoming Grainger with a unique traditional ceremony, the Tujia display… -
China’s Zaozhuang showcases culture and tourism in Sydney
The city of Zaozhuang, located in east China's Shandong Province, showcased its cultural and tourism offerings to an Australian audience at a promotional event in Sydney on June 24. The "China, an Opportunity - Meet Zaozhuang" event, hosted by the Zaozhuang Municipal Government and organized by Taste all China Australia and the China Cultural Centre in Sydney, attracted 80 participants, including government officials and representatives from the cultural and tourism sectors. Wang Shuyu, cultural counselor of the Consulate-General of China in Sydney, speaks during China's Zaozhuang culture and tourism promotion event in Sydney, June 24, 2024. (Photo/Ji He) Wang Shuyu, cultural counselor of the Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney, thanked the Zaozhuang delegation, saying, "The Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney will strengthen communication and exchanges with Australian tourism authorities and the industry, providing necessary services and assistance to Australians traveling to China." Chen Yongsheng, head of the publicity department of Zaozhuang, speaks during China's Zaozhuang culture and tourism promotion event in Sydney, June 24, 2024. (Photo/Ji He) Chen Yongsheng, head of the publicity department of Zaozhuang, highlighted the city's excellent environment, strategic location, diverse industries, and rich history. He invited Australians to visit Zaozhuang, emphasizing the locals' hospitality and the great opportunities…
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