26 September 2025
The Chinese Society has been buzzing with activity throughout Terms 2 and 3, running a range of exciting events that gave students the chance to learn new skills, connect with others and enjoy some friendly competition.
Mahjong Tournament (Week 3, Term 2 – Week 4, Term 3)
Each Tuesday lunchtime, students gathered to learn and play Mahjong, one of China’s most popular traditional games. Over several weeks, participants developed both their confidence and strategies, with games becoming increasingly competitive. Congratulations to William Wang (Year 12), who secured the top spot by accumulating the most points!
Chinese Chess (Week 6–7, Term 3)
During Weeks 6 and 7, students turned their attention to Chinese Chess (象棋). Lunchtime sessions provided the perfect space for beginners to discover the rules and for more experienced players to showcase their tactics. Many students were impressed by the depth and challenge of the game, and the activity sparked plenty of interest.
Table Tennis Tournament (Week 8–9, Term 3)
To finish off the term, students competed in a lively table tennis tournament, playing in both singles and doubles competitions. Matches were full of energy and excitement, drawing plenty of spectators. Congratulations to Nathan Chen (Year 7), who triumphed in the singles, and to Steven So (Year 9) and Daniel Teng (Year 11), who teamed up to win the doubles.
Social Gathering with Seymour College (Saturday, 13 September)
Beyond tournaments, students also joined a memorable social event with Seymour College. The afternoon began at Sandison Reserve with a BBQ and games such as volleyball and rope skipping, before everyone walked together to Glenelg to watch the sunset by the beach. It was a fantastic opportunity for students from both schools to make new friends and strengthen connections. A special thank you goes to the staff from Seymour College for their kind support, invitation, and organisation of the food and activities, which ensured the success of the day.
A huge thank you also goes to all members of the Chinese Society for their enthusiasm and hard work in running these activities. Their efforts made each event enjoyable and created plenty of memorable moments for participants and supporters alike.
Ms Xiaoning Wang
Acting Coordinator of Chinese
