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Hong Kong House in Sydney (80 Druitt Street) will be filled with colour and activity next Thursday (June 28) to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Many still recall that momentous time in history when Hong Kong's handover from British to Chinese sovereignty took place and the incredible celebrations and fireworks that shook Hong Kong to mark the occasion.
That handover event, now 15 years ago on July 1, marked the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). This launched the city into the world spotlight not only as a leading international financial centre but also as the all-important business gateway to China.
Under the principle of "One Country, Two Systems", Hong Kong has different systems from Mainland China.
Following are 15th anniversary activities to look out for:
* Laser Show - Stunning laser light show on the facade of Hong Kong House in Sydney, free for all to view from dusk to midnight from June 28 to July 2. Best vantage point from the QVB forecourt.
* Hong Kong Cinema - Co-hosted by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Sydney (HKETO) and the International Chinese Film Festival, this event will feature three Hong Kong movies from June 28 to July 1. Bookings and screenings at Events Cinema, George Street, Sydney.
* "Australia: through Hong Kong eyes" art exhibition by the Sydney International Yi-shu Association and the HKETO with free entry at Hong Kong House from June 29 to July 12 (Mondays to Fridays).
* Hong Kong Children's Symphony Orchestra - Concert tour of Australia and New Zealand from July 19, with free seat registration on the website of the HKETO at www.hketosydney.gov.hk .
* "dupliCITY" multimedia exhibition by artist Alex Ma at Hong Kong House from August 25 to September 8.
Visit the website of the HKETO for more information, event updates and free seating registration at www.hketosydney.gov.hk .
Ends/Thursday, June 21, 2012
Issued at HKT 16:45
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