Civil Service Newsletter December 2024 Issue No.118
Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People ‘s Republic of China - Featured events across 18 districts and civil service volunteer service

Civil Service Bureau and Home Affairs Department

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the HKSAR Government has joined hands with various sectors in the community to organise a series of fascinating events. A wide array of activities have been organised by the Home Affairs Department across 18 districts to celebrate the joyous occasion with the public. Seventy-five volunteer teams from government bureaux and departments have also actively co-ordinated volunteer service on the theme of National Day celebration to promote patriotism with affection for our country and Hong Kong in the community. An overwhelming response has been received from civil service bodies, and celebration activities, such as gala dinners, guided cultural tours, movie appreciation events, and seminars on patriotic education, have been organised to showcase the Chinese culture, which fully demonstrated the strong sense of patriotism among civil service bodies.

Central and Western

Celebration Series for National Day and the 14th Central and Western District Festival – Electronic Sports Experience Day in the Central and Western District
Celebration Series for National Day and the 14th Central and Western District Festival – Electronic Sports Experience Day in the Central and Western District

Kwun Tong

Kwun Tong Chinese Cultural Fest - Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
Kwun Tong Chinese Cultural Fest - Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

Southern

Aberdeen Fire Dragon Dance in Celebration of Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day
Aberdeen Fire Dragon Dance in Celebration of Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day

Yau Tsim Mong

Let’s All Dance for Our Beloved Country and Thousand Year Old Heritage
Let’s All Dance for Our Beloved Country and Thousand Year Old Heritage

Kowloon City

Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China -
Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China - "Kowloon City Welcomes the National Games" Sports Carnival

Wan Chai

“Love Our Home, Treasure Our Country” Variety Show
“Love Our Home, Treasure Our Country” Variety Show

Sham Shui Po

Exchange tour to Shanghai and Beijing in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 27th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Exchange tour to Shanghai and Beijing in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 27th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Wong Tai Sin

Wong Tai Sin in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China - Youth Chinese Marching Parade
Wong Tai Sin in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China - Youth Chinese Marching Parade

Sai Kung

Sai Kung Fun Day in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
Sai Kung Fun Day in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

Tuen Mun

For the first time, a drone show was held above the sea in Tuen Mun Castle Peak Bay, using 750 drones to showcase the country’s various achievements and Tuen Mun’s distinctive features, with a view to celebrating the National Day with the public.
For the first time, a drone show was held above the sea in Tuen Mun Castle Peak Bay, using 750 drones to showcase the country’s various achievements and Tuen Mun’s distinctive features, with a view to celebrating the National Day with the public.

North

North District Dance Competition 2024 in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China
North District Dance Competition 2024 in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China

Kwai Tsing

Kwai Tsing District Golden Oldies Show in Celebration of 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
Kwai Tsing District Golden Oldies Show in Celebration of 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

Eastern

Eastern District Drone Show cum Variety Show in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
Eastern District Drone Show cum Variety Show in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

Sha Tin

Parent-child Cultural Tour in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China
Parent-child Cultural Tour in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

Tai Po

The Opening Ceremony of Tai Po District Activities in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China – Lam Tsuen River Grand Parade, Drone and Variety Sh
The Opening Ceremony of Tai Po District Activities in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China – Lam Tsuen River Grand Parade, Drone and Variety Sh

Yuen Long

“Celebrate 75@Yuen Long” Bazaar x Concert
“Celebrate 75@Yuen Long” Bazaar x Concert

Tsuen Wan

Cheers to the National Day - Islands District National Day Seaside Hebei Province Xiaoluban Circus Performance cum Islands District Inter-school Cheerleading Competition
Cheers to the National Day - Islands District National Day Seaside Hebei Province Xiaoluban Circus Performance cum Islands District Inter-school Cheerleading Competition

Islands

Cheers to the National Day - Islands District National Day Seaside Hebei Province Xiaoluban Circus Performance cum Islands District Inter-school Cheerleading Competition
Cheers to the National Day - Islands District National Day Seaside Hebei Province Xiaoluban Circus Performance cum Islands District Inter-school Cheerleading Competition

Civil Service Volunteer Service in Celebration of
the Founding of the People 's Republic of China

The Civil Service Bureau's (CSB) Volunteer Team helped the Hong Kong Society for the Deaf to organise
The Civil Service Bureau's (CSB) Volunteer Team helped the Hong Kong Society for the Deaf to organise "Hong Kong Sign Language Day 2024" games at a shopping mall in Tai Wai on 22 September 2024, where members of the public could learn sign language and play games to encourage them to communicate more with the hearing impaired. Photo shows the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mrs Ingrid Yeung (second row, fifth left); the Permanent Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Clement Leung (second row, centre); Deputy Secretary for the Civil Service, Ms Eureka Cheung (second row, fifth right); Deputy Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Alex Chan (second row, fourth right); Deputy Secretary for the Civil Service, Miss Shirley Lau (second row, fourth left); and the Director of General Grades of the CSB, Mr Hermes Chan (second row, third left) and the CSB Volunteer Team signing "I love you".

The Civil Aviation Department held an aviation-themed youth activity at its headquarters on 5 October 2024, to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and enhance young people’s understanding of the aviation development in Hong Kong. Photo shows young people participating in the demonstration session of air traffic control tower simulator.
The Civil Aviation Department held an aviation-themed youth activity at its headquarters on 5 October 2024, to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and enhance young people’s understanding of the aviation development in Hong Kong. Photo shows young people participating in the demonstration session of air traffic control tower simulator.

On 14 September 2024, the Education Bureau's Volunteer Team assisted the Education Bureau in organising
On 14 September 2024, the Education Bureau's Volunteer Team assisted the Education Bureau in organising"Calligraphy 1,000+" for primary and secondary school students across Hong Kong to come together to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and in sending best wishes for the country's prosperity through the art of calligraphy, which is rooted in the rich and vibrant traditions of Chinese culture. More than 1,800 students from 81 primary schools and 61 secondary schools participated in the event, alongside 300 principals, teachers, and guests.

Hong Kong Fire Services Department Volunteer Team assisted The Neighbourhood Advice-Action Council in organising
Hong Kong Fire Services Department Volunteer Team assisted The Neighbourhood Advice-Action Council in organising "Celebration of the 75th Anniversary and Mid-Autumn Festival with people with disabilities at Pleasant & Leisure Manors" event at the self-financed “Hostel for Persons with Disabilities” in Tuen Mun on 7 September 2024. Members of the hostel enjoyed the festive mood through National Day promotional activities, a fire safety talk and making lanterns.
The Home Affairs Department Volunteer Team, together with the volunteers from the Information Services Department, organised
The Home Affairs Department Volunteer Team, together with the volunteers from the Information Services Department, organised "Celebrating the National Day - Visit to Elderly Community Centre" on 12 November 2024. Led by Director of Home Affairs, Mrs Alice Cheung, and Director of Information Services, Mrs Apollonia Liu, the volunteers visited St. James' Settlement Wan Chai District Elderly Community Centre to show care and send blessings to the elderly. The volunteers exercised and played games with them, sharing the joy of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China.