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THE BUZZ...
March 2010 |
Download THE BUZZ... a bulletin of upcoming events with a kiwi theme or flavour. [THE BUZZ...] |
| White Rose Charity Rugby Dinner |
The White Rose Charity Rugby Dinner has now been CANCELLED. |
DELF 2010
23rd March |
The NZSHK is once again lending its support to the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) 2010 to be held at Cyberport on 23rd March 2010. The forum will involve presentations from the creative geniuses at Weta Digital. NZSHK members interested in attending this event should contact Travis at travis@nzshk.org. [DELF 2010] |
"Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition"
March-May 2010 |
Also featuring at Cyberport during March-May 2010 will be "Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition" - a showcase of some of the fantastic art and creations from Weta Digital. ["Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition"] |
NZSHK Rugby Party with the NZ Aliens
23rd March
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As part of the build-up to the 2010 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens and Rugby Tens events, NZSHK is holding a special Rugby Party at the NZ Focus Centre in Causeway Bay on Tuesday, 23rd March 2010. Players and officials from the NZ Aliens - the defending champions of the Hong Kong Rugby Tens tournament - will attend as guests. [NZSHK Rugby Party | Event Flyer] |
The Great Race 2010
21st March |
The NZSHK is organising another fun and challenging adventure race around Hong Kong. “Kiwis On The Run” (a.k.a. "The Great Race") will be held on 21st March 2010. [The Great Race 2010] |
Party In The Park
20th March |
The Kowloon Cricket Club is holding a Party In The Park on 20th March 2010. Sit back an enjoy the Dixie Land sounds of the "Stray Cats" and enjoy a fine BBQ. Price is HK$350 for non-KCC members, HK$160 for teenagers (13-17 years) and HK$110 for kids 12 years and younger. Please contact Travis via email travis@nzshk.org by 15th March to book a seat. [Party In The Park] |
NZ Glass Sculpture Exhibition by Emma Campden
Reception - 12th March
Exhibition - 13th March to 8th May |
Koru Gallery is hosting a solo exhibition by New Zealand’s leading glass sculptor - Emma Campden. Opening reception on Friday, 12th March 2010 from 7PM. Exhibition runs from 13th March to 8th May 2010. [Invitaiton - SOLID by Emma Campden] |
2010 Man Hong Kong International Literary Festival
11-19 March
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The 2010 Man Hong Kong International Literary Festival, which runs from 11-19 March 2010, will be celebrating its tenth year anniversary this year with some of the book world’s biggest names. This year's event will be attended by two New Zealand novelists: Emily Perkins ('About My Wife') and Mo Zhi Hong ('The Year of the Shanghai Shark'), as part of a line up of 35 award-winning international authors. [Celebrating Voices From New Zealand | Literary Festival website] |
Cocktails with Sir Ken Stevens
8th March |
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise will host cocktails at this NZCCHK organised event at New Zealand Focus. Sir Ken Stevens, Managing Director and Owner of the Glidepath Group will be present and address attending guests. From 6:30-8:30PM. RSVP to Polly Chan at exec.officer@nzcchk.com. |
Commonwealth Day
8th March |
The Royal Overseas League, extends an invitation to members of the New Zealand Society to book to attend the Commonwealth Day reception on Monday 8th March 2010, from 6:30-8PM, at the Library of the China Club in Central. NZ Society members are able to book at the special lower rate (HK$300) which applies to our own members. Full details, and a booking form, can be viewed at Functions at http://www.rosl.org.hk/. |
Quiz Night @ KCC
5th March |
The Kowloon Cricket Club invites NZSHK members to join in a Quiz Night on 5th March 2010. Are you up for the challenge? Cost is just HK$78 including an excellent 'pub grub' buffet dinner. Please contact Travis via email travis@nzshk.org by 3rd March to book your place or team. [KCC Quiz Night] |
Konnectionz @ Solas
26th February |
Join us for our monthly drinks event Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 26th February 2010. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and nibbles while non-members and guests pay HK$50. [Konnectionz | Event Flyer] |
NZSHK Membership for 2010
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It's a new year so don't forget to renew your NZSHK Membership for 2010. Membership fees are HK$500 for joint/family membership; HK$400 for single membership. [Memberz | NZSHK Membership Application Form] |
| NO Rugby Sevens Tickets for 2010 |
NZSHK regrets to advise that we have received no tickets for the 2010 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens. This unfortunate development is explained in a letter from the HKRFU. [HKRFU letter to NZSHK] |
| Other recent news and headlines... |
| New member's benefit offer from JAB |
JAB Mixed Martial Arts Studio is offering New Zealand Society Members the chance to improve their bodies and minds with the following package of special benefits:
- 1st Class FREE (normal price $150)
- Discount on classes (normally $150, now $100) after initial FREE class
- One month’s free membership on purchase of a one year membership
- One free half hour personal training session
Check out our NZSHK Membership Benefits page for more details. |
| NZSHK makes donation to Australian Bushfires Appeal Fund |
The NZSHK has made a donation of HK$10,000 to the Australian Bush Fires Appeal Fund. The amount matches the donation made by the Australian Association. Details of the NZSHK’s donation were conveyed in a message of sympathy and support sent to the Australian Association of Hong Kong and the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and copied to the Consulate-Generals of Australia and New Zealand. [More...] |
| NZSHK donates to HK$25,000 to Earthquake Appeal |
On behalf of its members, the NZSHK committtee has donated HK$25,000 to the Hong Kong Red Cross in aid of the China Earthquake Appeal. |
