KangaNews February 2016

KangaNewsa great mate in Hong Kong

February 2016

1 KANGANEWS | FEBRUARY 2016

NEW MEMBERS | FEBRUARY 2016

Marion Braid

Ben Cameron

Jeffrey de Varga

Brian Ellis

Gordon Gardiner

Vic Hill

Michele McGregor

Sharyn McNeil

Justin Pennay

Angela Wilson Pennay

Rebecca Schott

LOOKING AHEAD | March 2016 These dates may be subject to change

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February 2016CONTENTSNew Members 1

Looking Ahead (March 2016) 2

Regular Events 3

Who’s Who 4

President’s Message 5

Thank you to our contributors 5

Charity News 7

From Your Consul-General 8

Association Announcements 9

Out & About 10

Past Events: Club Lunch, Cooee Coffee, SMB 11

Calendar: FEBRUARY 2016 15

Upcoming Events 17

Property 22

Beauty Tips 23

Gastronomic Discoveries 25

Travfel Tips

Meet... 27

Sports Report 29

The Valley Vet 33

Sports Report: Dragons 35

DEADLINE | FEBRUARY 2016

Advertising Booking Deadline 15 February

Advertising Material Deadline

19 February

Newsletter Material Deadline

15 February

EDITOR Bruce Andrews E: [email protected]

DESIGN AND PRODUCTION Dean Williams E: [email protected]

PHOTOGRAPHY Simon Fuller E: [email protected]

Australian Association of Hong Kong Ltd.

11A, Shelley Court, 21 Shelley Street

Midlevels Escalator, Central, HKSAR

T: +852 2530 4461

F: +852 3020 0194

E: [email protected]

W: www.ozhongkong.com


BOOK CLUB Second Wednesday of the month. If interested, please contact: Connie Albracht | [email protected]

CHARITY WORK The Society for the Relief of Disabled Children 12 Sandy Bay Road Pokfulam Contact:Pommi Kaur | 2819 3050 | [email protected]

COOEE COFFEE Fridays 10:00

–11:30 am Oolaa Petite, Shop 2 Tower 2 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong.. Contact:Ainslie Young | [email protected]

DRAGON BOAT For all enquiries please email [email protected]

LADIES GOLF First Monday of the month at Kau Sai Chau. Mondays and Thursdays (handicap required) at Deepwater Bay. Contact Ella Van Westendorp | [email protected]

MAHJONG Mondays 10am

– 1pm Dynasty Court Function Room Mid-Levels $80 members $130 non-members Contact: Christine Scullion | [email protected]

NETBALL For all enquiries please email [email protected]

TENNIS Tuesdays 9 – 11 am Wong Nai Chung Tennis Centre $40 members $60 non-members Contact: [email protected]

SMB LUNCH Second Tuesday of the month Contact: Michael Madigan | [email protected]

SUNDOWNERS Monthly - check the calendars in Kanga News and on the Australian Association website for the next one. Contact: Adrian Ryan | [email protected]

MUMS & BUB's Monday mornings. Contact: Julie Forte | [email protected]

THE CLUB Monthly lunch at a different private members club each month.Held second Wednesday of the Month Contact: LJ Ferrara | [email protected]

REGULAR EVENTS | FEBRUARY 2016

Would you like to join the Australian Association?Members, have you renewed your membership?

Corporate family membership is now available for any corportate organisations in Hong Kong.

For more information, please contact:

Adrian Ryan | [email protected]


FEBRUARY 2016 | WHO'S WHO

GENERAL COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Gavin McDougall | [email protected]

VICE-PRESIDENT Ivy Wong Stephens | [email protected]

TREASURER John Rasheed | [email protected]

SECRETARY (ACTING) Eleanor Coleman | [email protected]

GENERAL COMMITTEE Roque Hammal Rochelle Howie Joan Leong Adrian Ryan Dean Williams Bruce Andrews

PAST PRESIDENT EX-OFFICIO Jennifer Ferris

SOCIAL COMMITTEE SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIR Dee Longe | [email protected]

VICE CHAIR Vacant

TREASURER Michael Madigan | [email protected]

SECRETARY

Manuela Guthrie | [email protected]

SOCIAL COMMITTEE Anthea Murray | [email protected]

Liz Walsh | [email protected]

Ainslie Young | [email protected]

LJ Ferrara | [email protected]

Jess Mizzi | [email protected]

AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OFFICEUnit 11A, Shelley Court, 21, Shelley St, Midlevels, Hong Kong T: 2530 4461 | F: 2530 4497 | E: [email protected] www.ozhongkong.com | Office Hours: 9am-5pm (Mon, Wed, Fri)

Office: T: 2530 4461 | E: [email protected]

Membership Manager, Adrian Ryan: E: [email protected]

Marketing Manager, Adrian Ryan: E: [email protected]

KangaNews Editorial, Bruce Andrews: E: [email protected]

Advertising Manager, Adrian Ryan: E: [email protected]

The Australian Association office

is open Monday, Wednesday and

Friday. However, if no-one is there

please leave a message which will

be answered as soon as possible.

The views expressed in this news-

letter are not necessarily those of

the committee.

Images are the property of the

Association and may be used on

our website and for promotional

purposes. This includes images

of children from our events. If you

do not want your children to be

featured please contact the office.


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Australian Association is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation – one of Australia’s most iconic and respected charities. The Foundation’s new regional o�ce will lead their advocacy and fundraising e�orts to support urgent program work in Greater China and the Asia region where 31% of the world’s blind live – 20% in China.

Over the next two years, we will work with The Fred Hollows Foundation to support their sight-saving program work and deliver some exciting new events. We are delighted to support The Foundation as they build a community of local supporters and partners.

About The Fred Hollows FoundationThe Fred Hollows Foundation is a leading Australian NGO inspired by the work of the late Professor Fred Hollows (1929–1993). Fred was an eye doctor, renowned surgeon and social justice activist. Fred was committed to improving the health of Indigenous Australians and delivering sight-saving programs in developing countries to end avoidable blindness.

Through program work in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, The Foundation has restored sight to over 1 million people. Simple interventions - for as little as HK$150 - can restore people’s sight, productivity and livelihoods, giving lasting bene�ts for individuals, their families and whole communities.

To donate or �nd out more information, please visit www.hollows.org.hk or email Sally Hasler at [email protected].

In 2015, we’re helping to bring Fred’s dream to Asia

“4 out of 5 people who are blind don’t need to be.”

In 2016, we're helping to bring Fred's dream to Asia


The Australian Association is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with The Fred Hollows Foundation – one of Australia’s most iconic and respected charities. The Foundation’s new regional o�ce will lead their advocacy and fundraising e�orts to support urgent program work in Greater China and the Asia region where 31% of the world’s blind live – 20% in China.

Over the next two years, we will work with The Fred Hollows Foundation to support their sight-saving program work and deliver some exciting new events. We are delighted to support The Foundation as they build a community of local supporters and partners.

About The Fred Hollows FoundationThe Fred Hollows Foundation is a leading Australian NGO inspired by the work of the late Professor Fred Hollows (1929–1993). Fred was an eye doctor, renowned surgeon and social justice activist. Fred was committed to improving the health of Indigenous Australians and delivering sight-saving programs in developing countries to end avoidable blindness.

Through program work in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, The Foundation has restored sight to over 1 million people. Simple interventions - for as little as HK$150 - can restore people’s sight, productivity and livelihoods, giving lasting bene�ts for individuals, their families and whole communities.

To donate or �nd out more information, please visit www.hollows.org.hk or email Sally Hasler at [email protected].

In 2015, we’re helping to bring Fred’s dream to Asia

“4 out of 5 people who are blind don’t need to be.”

FEBRUARY 2016 | PRESIDENT'S MESSAGEHello,

A little known fact for many of you: I was once a TV weatherman. It’s true! Mondays to Fridays on the most watched television news service in central and northern Victoria, I’d deliver the day’s top temperatures, analyse synoptic charts, issue proclamations about movements in barometric pressure (my TV nickname was Hector Pascal), and deliver sheep weather alert warnings for graziers.

It mattered not what else I did as a young news reporter. Be it in the local supermarket, at the petrol station, or walking the dog, viewers would corner me for a chat, usually with an opening line about being that “Hector Pascal bloke”. The conversation would be about one topic only: the weather

The meteorological variations of day-to-day life are a staple of human verbal interaction. I think it holds a particularly special place in conversations among Australians. This shouldn’t be surprising. We inhabit our atmosphere. We walk in the sunshine, make a run for it through the rain, shelter from the wind and are blinded by the fog. Weather affects our moods, our behaviour, our travel plans, and our social interactions.

That’s why the past month has brought memories flooding (another meteorological phenomenon) back of a time when half of my working days were devoted to telex machine deliveries of Bureau of Meteorology daily data.

You don’t need to be a weatherman to know that this January has been a chilly aberration in Hong Kong’s mete-orological history. According to media reports, on one Sunday alone more than 150 people were treated for injuries related to Hong Kong’s unusually extreme cold.

Alas, that Sunday was the day we had planned our celebration to mark Australia Day. We’re a hardy bunch and a chilly forecast wasn’t going to put off a barbie on the beach with a big “bonnie” to keep us warm. A determined group of volunteers was ready, willing and able to collect whatever wood necessary to ensure that this planned bonfire would be successful in its task of keeping our Australia Day revelers warm. Reality, however, soon hit and our Australia Day event was cancelled.

It’s true that you can’t control the weather and we’re sorry to those families who booked but whom didn’t have the opportunity to celebrate our great nation in the way we would have preferred. We will, though, have many other great Aussie events through the coming year and at each them we’ll have a chance to feel a little of Australia with us here in Hong Kong. I hope that you’ll keep a close eye on Kanga News and our website calendar to ensure you get plenty of opportunities to join us for some Aussie fun.

Until I see you at one of these events, stay warm (and if you do have any sheep with you, stay alert!).

Gavin McDougall

Thank you to our contributorsThere is a team of diligent members and friends who prepare the regular articles in Kanga News. We would like to acknowledge them (in alphabetical order):

Bruce Andrews Gastronomic Discoveries | Greg Bax Sports Report | Sam Agars Sports Report: Dragons | Sioban Guilfoyle

Beauty Tips | Philip Hargrave Property | Dr Lloyd Kenda The Valley Vet | Dee Longe Out & About | Gavin McDougal Presidents

Report l Paul Tighe Australian Consul General

Members of the General and Social Committees for the photos and event updates.


for further deta i ls please go towww.ozhongkong.com

http://www.ozhongkong.com


FEBRUARY 2016 | AUSTRALIAN CONSUL GENERALHello,

Last year we, for the first time, introduced an appoint-ment system for counter services we provide at the consulate office. These are predominantly for passport applications or renewals, and notarising documents. The idea was to streamline these services by reducing waiting times and, hopefully, providing a better service to Australian citizens in Hong Kong.

I’m pleased to say that this appears to have been a great success. Those of you requiring such services have embraced the booking facility and the feedback we have received has been overwhelmingly positive.

For the regular counter work our consular section undertakes, waiting times have, for the most part, been eliminated or seriously reduced. This is espe-cially the case on Wednesdays, when we offer the bulk of our notarial services. Appointments aren’t required for emergency passports or other emergency consu-lar services requests.

We are still keen to hear your feedback, however, and the Consular Services Survey we also introduced last year is now a permanent feature. You can complete it at home or on the specially provided computer ter-minal in the consulate’s passport office. You’ll find it, and our appointment booking page, under the “For Australians” tab on our new-look website.

When it comes to passports, we’d like to remind you that we ask you to allow up to three weeks for processing your new or replacement passport. With limited exceptions, passports are printed in Australia and you need to allow sufficient time for processing, printing and shipping your travel document back to Hong Kong for your collection.

And here’s another reminder about taking some care when taking your new passport photo. It will last for ten years so, while we understand your desire to look good, you must also meet the very specific security-related criteria set for passport photos. It will become one of your primary forms of identification.

Finally, it’s that time of year when we say goodbye to one zodiac animal and welcome another. So, goodbye to the goat and I wish you all a Happy Chinese New Year and success in whatever personal ventures you pursue during the Year of the Monkey!

Until next month, travel well and stay safe!,

Paul Tighe, Consul-General

Australian Consulate-General23rd Floor, Harbour Centre25 Harbour Road, WanchaiTel: 2827 8881Fax: 2585 4457Email: [email protected]

Consular & Passports OfficeMon to Fri: 9am – 4pm to lodge, until 5pm for passport collection.Tel: 2827 8881Email: [email protected] www.passports.gov.au

Notarial Acts Wed only: 9am – 1pmCertified copies, witnessing signatures, document authentication. Fees apply, check the website.

Visas & CitizenshipAustralian Visa Application CentreUnit 10-11, Floor 27, Prosperity Millennia Plaza663 King’s Road, Quarry BayEmail: [email protected]: +852 2185 6326www.vfsglobal.com/Australia/HongKong/

Austrade24th Floor, Harbour CentreMon to Fri: 8:45am – 5pmTel: 2588 5300 Fax: 2827 4145Email: [email protected]

Education SectionEmail: [email protected]

Travel Advicewww.smartraveller.gov.au

Don’t forget:

- Check our website for the list of services available for Australians

- Also available from our website are:

- Passport, Australian visa and documentation authentication fees

- Details of when passport officers will visit Macau

- Public holidays observed by Consulate staff

- Remember, passports take 15 working days to process

- Australians living in or visiting Hong Kong and Macau are encouraged to register at www.smartraveller.gov.au. The information is used only in cases of emergency.


ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCEMENTS | FEBRUARY 2016

Member BenefitsMake the most of your Aussie Association membership. Check out the Member Benefits

listings in this separate, easy-to-read publication on Issuu.

You can save hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars on discounted goods and services such as travel services, dentist bills, beauty care, home decorations, hotels and restaurants,

and much, much more. Take advantage of the great savings … all just by carrying your Australian Association membership card.

Please click here to see the latest benefits available for our members

http://www.ozhongkong.com/member_benefits


FEBRUARY 2016 | OUT & ABOUT

Gong Hey Fat Choy!!

Happy Chinese New Year!!

The Chinese Horoscope

brings us into the year of

the Fire Monkey. If you were

born in 1920, 1932, 1944,

1956, 1968, 1980, 1992 or

2004, then you are a Monkey … congratulations!!

Hoping this year brings you luck, longevity and

much fortune.

I hope you all joined in with the Australia Day fes-

tivities and celebrated with friends and family, and

cheered for our beautiful country.

If you have pictures or good ideas of what you and

your friends would like to see the Association do

this year, drop us a line at office@ozhongkong.

com.

We are always in need of new blood, new mem-

bers to join the committee and help us out with

social events. So should you like to join, please

contact Adrian Ryan at membership@ozhongkong.

com.

Our Club lunch this month is on Thursday, 18

February at the Foriegn Correspondents Club in

Lower Albert Road, Central.

Numbers are limited so first in, first served ...

please see details on either Eventbrite, Facebook,

or the Australian Association website, www.

ozhongkong.com, for bookings.

For all things fun, “Udderbelly” is still running down

at the harbour front ... until mid-February … with

some great shows … I can’t wait to see the next

one I've booked – “Briefs” – it looks hilarious. Look

out for the upside-down purple cow and join the

fun!

Keep your eyes peeled for our next Shenzhen

“Dafen Art village” trip coming up ... with beautiful

paintings, pictures and framing so cheap, it’s well

worth planning ahead for.

Our coffee mornings have taken off in the New

Year, and we are back in full swing ... Cooee Coffee

at Oolah Petite Cafe (Shop 2, Tower 2, Star Street,

Wanchai). Come join us every Friday from 10am

to 11.30am ... The best starting platform for new

arrivals to Hong Kong!!

Till next month,

Dee Longe

Chair, Social Committee


PAST EVENTS | CLUB LUNCH


CLUB LUNCH | PAST EVENTS


PAST EVENTS | SMB


COOEE COFFEE | PAST EVENTS

MORNING TENNIS | PAST EVENTS


CALENDAR | FEBRUARY 2016

Booking Deadlines:RaceNight - 3rd February, 2016

Shop China - Monday, 16th February, 2016

Trivia Night - Thursday, 25th February, 2016

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Mahjong

Did you know that a winning hand in mahjong actually contains 14 (or 17)

tiles? And that the goal is to make four or five melds (also depending on the

variation) and one pair, or “head”? It may sound complicated, but it isn’t and

we will have you playing like a pro in no time. Beginners are welcome. Come

and join in the fun.Time: 10.00am – 1.00pmWhere: Dynasty Court Function Room, 23 Old Peak Road, Mid-levels Cost: Members: $80 / Non-Members: $130Contact: Christine Scullion | [email protected]

Ladies GolfLadies (and gents) can play every Monday and Thursday (handicap required) at Deepwater Bay. *unless public holiday or tournament on* Please contact Ella van Westendorp | [email protected] for more information

Mums and BubsThe Mums and Bubs group is an informal catch up for parents and their children of all ages, allowing kids to stretch their legs and parents to socialise. From January 2016, the Mums and Bubs group will meet at Baumhaus in Wan Chai. Cost: $40Venue: “Baumhaus,”1/F, 36 Queens Road East, Wanchai (near Star Street, just oppo-

site the entrance to Pacific Place 3).Please note: Socks are required for all adults and non-slip socks are advisable for children over the age of four years.For all class bookings and enquiries, please email: [email protected]

Morning Tennis

Come for a hit and giggle or if you want a “work out” we can do that too. We

are looking for anyone that can hit a ball, preferably over the net. You need

to be available on Tuesday mornings from 9am until 11am. We are the tennis

group for you if you:• don’t want to commit to competition but want a hit of tennis • enjoy a little chat. We have two courts booked every week. If this interests you, please come along to the tennis.When: 9.00am–11.00amCost: Members: $40 / Non-members: $60Contact: [email protected]: Please contact the HK Tennis Centre on 2574 9122 if the weather is doubtful.Rachel has stepped down as the coordinator of Morning Tennis and so we are looking for a replace-ment. Please contact Adrian | [email protected] if you would like to help.

Book ClubTime: 10:00am to 1:00pm, 1st Wednesday of the monthVenue: Oolaa Petite, Shop 12 & 14, Regal Court, Star St., Wan ChaiCost: Pay for food and drinks on the dayBooking: Not required, just show up

For any questions email Connie Albracht | [email protected]

UPCOMING EVENTS | FEBRUARY 2016


Cooee CoffeeCooee Coffee is our casual coffee morning get together, perfect for both newcomers to Hong Kong and also to catch up with old friends. No need to book, just turn up and enjoy some great coffee, maybe a treat and a chat. Each session is hosted by a member of the Social Committee so there will be someone to meet and greet you and introduce you to others if it’s your first visit. If you have particular questions about life in Hong Kong, we’ll be able to help answer them or at least point you in the right direction.

For any questions email Ainslie | [email protected]

Secret Men’s Business LunchFebruary’s lunch is on 2 February.

Due to CNY, February’s lunch has been brought forward to the first week of the month and so will be on Tuesday, 2 February. Whether you are a regular or have never been to one of our lunches before, come and enjoy the company in a relaxed setting. This month we are heading to Devil’s Advocate in Wanchai.Date and Time: Tuesday, 2 February. 12:15pm to whenever you need to leaveVenue: Devil’s Advocate, 48 Lockhart Road, WanchaiCost: Pay for food and drinks on the dayBooking: Not required, just show up For more information on SMB events, contact Michael Madigan at [email protected].

February Sundowners - Racing Night Private Members BoxWednesday, 3 February 2016

Join us in a private air-conditioned box with outside viewing terrace, a lavish international buffet dinner

and unlimited free drinks throughout the evening. Includes racing badge.

Time: from 6.00pm-11.00pmLocation: Hong Kong Island | Hong Kong Jockey Club Happy Valley RacecourseCost: Members Price $888 Non-Members Price $988 Booking Deadline: 3 February, 2016Payment: Online. Go to the calendar on our website and use the link to register and pay online.Booking: Go to www.ozhongkong.com and click on the event link or via the calendar.

For queries, contact Julie Armstrong at [email protected] Group: This is an event for over 18-year-olds only.

UPCOMING EVENTS | FEBRUARY 2016

CLASSIFIEDS | FEBRUARY 2016

Want to advertise your business in our Classifieds area? Not only will your classified feature in the 12 month subscription of Kanga News, it

will be listed on our Classified Page on our website.

For more information regarding the advertising opportunities and costs please contact Adrian at [email protected]


COOEE!

OOLA PETIT CAFE

Perfect for both newcomers to Hong Kongand a catch up with old friends. Enjoy great

coffee, maybe a treat and a chat.


FEBRUARY 2016 | PROPERTY

Property predictions for 2016It has been somewhat of a rollercoaster start to the

new year with the volatility in the world economy

largely brought on by the uncertainty of the faltering

Chinese economy and the ripple effect it has had on

markets around the world. At this early stage of 2016

with the Melbourne and Sydney real estate markets

still in holiday mode, it is impossible to predict what

effect it will have on house prices.

Traditionally, the majority of properties sold in the

holiday period of January and early February occur

on the various coastlines of the eastern seaboard

of Australia. This year, it appears that the number

of such holiday houses for sale is less than previ-

ous years and, as a result, it is difficult to ascertain

whether demand is higher or due to the reduction of

supply that prices are remaining stable.

The question everyone is asking is, “What will

Australian property prices do in 2016?” There was

no doubt that 2015 was a bumper year for real estate

prices and many property punters are predicting a

correction in 2016. It is important to note that one

cannot make an informed prediction for prices across

the entire Australian property market, just as it is

somewhat dangerous to even predict percentage

growth for individual states as there are a number of

markets within specific regions.

In Sydney, inner city areas should do well but the

outer suburbs may struggle. Experts are of the opin-

ion that there will be a 3-4% growth in prices which

will barely keep up with inflation and is a substan-

tial drop from the double-digit figure increases per

annum of the last three years. In Melbourne, the

experts believe that the overall growth will be in the

order of 5-6% with the outer suburbs doing well. This

can largely be attributed to the demand for placement

in the highly regarded State Secondary Colleges in

such areas as Glen Waverley and Balwyn. Inner city

apartments will continue to perform poorly due to

oversupply and the tendency for them being cheaply

constructed and small in size. Melbourne property

prices will also be protected by the increase in popu-

lation growth which has now exceeded Sydney.

Another factor that will influence the property market

is interest rates. While they remain low, it will keep

the property market buoyant. Also, with the unem-

ployment rate stable at below 6%, property prices

are also likely to remain stable. Against these positive

attributes are the negative factors, such as investors

becoming less of a presence in the market due to

the decrease in rental yields and increase in costs

together with the fact they are faced with tougher

lending practices by the banks.

In summary, 2016 is likely to see the property market

increase in moderation. The silly prices and breaking

of records seen in 2015 is unlikely to occur. Whereas

for the past three and a half years it has been a ven-

dors’ market, the pendulum is likely to swing in the

opposite direction and purchasers may take control.

My prediction is that more houses will be passed in

at auction giving purchasers the opportunity to nego-

tiate with vendors who will need to be more realistic

on their price expectations.

Philip Hargrave

www.mbadvocate.com


Winter SkinHydrated and healthy skin is a challenge

to achieve and maintain for most people and the

winter weather conditions only add to this chal-

lenge. The cold clear days of winter and the drying

heat of the super-heated air in our apartments can

bring an uncomfortable tight dryness to the skin

of our face and hands and a dry brittle texture to

our nails.

For some people, this dryness may presents as

a general tight feeling on the face and hands, the

occasional chipped, broken or snag nail and dry-

ness around the cuticle of the nail. For others the

problem may be more serious resulting in flakey

and cracked skin of the face and hands, dry hard

skin on the feet, often irritating and itchy and occa-

sionally painful.

When skin is hydrated, plump, and elastic, it’s less

likely to flake and crack and in better condition to

prevent external particles getting under our skin

that can cause irritations and blemishes.

Moisturize more often and use a rich moisturizerAs the weather conditions change, so too should

your skincare routine. Increasing the application

of a rich moisturizer in the evening will help to

prevent your skin from becoming dry. Often rich

moisturizers are called “night creams” and are

oil based. However, rich creams do not have to

be oil based and are not exclusively for night use.

Night creams may be applied and worn during the

day, especially if extra moisturisation is required,

just remember to apply a light SPF sunscreen

as most traditional night creams do not protect

against the sun. We recommend the SKEYNDOR

AQUATHERM FII cream, a deep moisturizing

cream suitable for use day and night.

How to use waterAs we are so often reminded, drinking water and

staying well hydrated is a pillar to good health.

Whilst a variety of structures in the skin that

support cell regeneration and the production of

collagen, require water to work effectively, drink-

BEAUTY TIPS | FEBRUARY 2016


ing additional water does not correct skin hydration.

Hydrating your skin has to happen from the out-

side in by adding water or oil to our skin.

Showering and bathing can be drying to your skin,

more especially when the water is hot and soapy.

However, it may also be therapeutic and support

in hydrating your skin, and the trick is to moisturize

immediately after you have dried

off your body.

By ensuring you moisturize your

hands, face, feet and body immedi-

ately after your bath or shower you

will trap the water under your skin,

and it will help to keep it moist and

hydrated. If you leave it too long

after your shower the water will

evaporate and may even leave you

skin drier than when you started. If

you suffer from dry skin already,

it is important to use a mild soap,

sparingly, and warm, rather than hot water. Hot

water and soap – even mild soap – will strip the

natural oils from your skin. We recommend you

use a glycerin-based cleanser like SKEYNDOR

Natural Defense Soft Cleansing Milk suitable for

the daily care of skin and an excellent make-up

remover.

Have a facialIf you are not a regular facial client, winter is the

time to add a facial to your routine. If you are already

a regular facial client then consider discussing the

hydrating options with your therapist. At this time

of the year, the therapist will recommend that cli-

ents consider adding an extra hydrating facial to

their regular course of treatments.

Hand and nail careOur hands and feet often show the ravages of

the cold dry air of the winter. Moving between

the colder outside temperature and the warmer

inside temperatures of our homes, cars and public

transport, causes dryness and leads to cracked,

chipped and split nails. Even here in Hong Kong,

where it can still be relatively humid in the colder

months, the skin of our hands and feet tend to be

more dry and nails more brittle than in the sum-

mer months.

Getting into the habit of applying a rich hand

cream two to three times a day, and after wash-

ing your hands, will go a long way to preventing

dry skin and splitting nails. Adding a cuticle oil and

massaging into the cuticle and the skin around

your nail should also help stem the hardening of

the skin around the nails that snags on clothes,

can tear and sometimes may bleed.

See a specialistFor skin that is very dry, painful, cracked or bleed-

ing, is inflamed, raw, itchy or flaky, it is always best

to see your GP or a dermatologist.

Sioban Guilfoyle

Owner, Glow Spa Hong Kong

[email protected]

www.glowspa.hk

FEBRUARY 2016 | BEAUTY TIPS


Beating the Winter ChillsWhen the temperature drops at this time of year, if

most Hongkongers aren’t huddling around a hotpot

at dinnertime, chances are they are tucking in to a

rice casserole or “claypot rice” (bo zai fan).

These classic Cantonese winter warmers are not

as easy to find in Hong Kong restaurants as they

once were. But there are still a number of special-

ist rice casserole restaurants concentrated on and

around the Temple Street Markets in Yau Ma Tei.

Cooked in a small clay pot over a fire, the rice is

heated to the point that it forms a crunchy crust at

the bottom. The clay pot is brought to your table

piping hot. So when you have finished consuming

the rice and the meat in this dish, you can finish

by chipping away at the singed rice at the bottom

of the pot, which can be loosened with a little soy

sauce.

On a recent chilly evening, my wife and I wandered

down Yau Ma Tei’s Arthur Street (which crosses

Temple Street) in search of a tasty bo zai fan. Even

at around 7pm, and the temperature below 10

degrees, the queue that had formed outside one

of the most well-known claypot rice restaurants,

Four Seasons, was daunting. At least an hour wait

in the cold. So instead, we opted for the nearby

Hing Kee Restaurant on the corner of Temple and

Arthur Street.

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While there was a line of waiting diners at Hing

Kee, we had chairs to sit on the roadside opposite

the restaurant, which is open to the street, and the

queue moved quickly.

It’s traditional to eat claypot rice with a starter dish

of oyster omelette (ho bang). But we tried a dish

of mantis shrimp (also known as “wee wee prawns”

or laai niu haa) with chili flakes and spring onions.

It was spicy enough, but the wee wee prawns did

not have much flavour. At only $48, we should

have realised they would not have been of great

quality – good wee wee prawns can cost more

than lobsters.

For the claypot rice, we tried steamed eel to

accompany the rice. The eel meat was tasty and

had a generous serving. However, the rice was

only slightly “burned” at the bottom of the pot,

which left the dish rather bland. The best dish

we ordered turned out to be the humble dish of

steamed loofah (or luffa, a tropical cucumber) with

garlic and glass noodles.

All in all, we spent less than $200 on the meal

and enjoyed the experience. But next time we

have a hankering for rice casserole, we will join

the queue at Four Seasons. It goes to show that

patience is indeed a virtue.

Bruce Andrews

Editor

Got a favourite restaurant, providore or

wet market hero? We would like to hear

from you.

Gastronomic Discoveries is a column

that gives you the opportunity to tell your

fellow Australian Association members

about a special food experience you’ve

found in Hong Kong.

To contribute, contact the editor of Kanga

News, Bruce Andrews, at editor@ozhong-

kong.com. A column should be between

300-500 words, and accompanying

photos are welcome.

Deadlines for submission are the 15th of

the month for the following month’s issue.

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Meet … The Reverend Desmond CoxWhere do you live and how long have you been in Hong Kong?I came to Hong Kong 15 years ago to be the

Anglican Priest in Charge of Discovery Bay, then

moved to Ming Hua Theological College as chaplain

to the college for seven years. I

am now the full-time chaplain at

St John’s Cathedral in Garden

Road Central and live on Caine

Road, Sheung Wan.

What was your introduction to the Australian Association?I met the then President and

members of the Association

when I was invited by the

Australian Consul General

at the time to participate in

the dedication of the ANZAC

Memorial at the Australian

International School.

How are you most involved with the Association these days?I enjoy participating in the Association’s social events

when possible and have had many happy times,

have even been Father Christmas at the children’s

Christmas party. But I also meet fellow Australians in

their good, bad and sad times, especially when there

is a time to grieve, a time to remember, a time to for-

give and a time for hope whether it being a marriage

a baptism, a bereavement, a crisis in someone’s life

or family, a service to remember an event in Australia

such as the Victorian bushfires of 2009, a prison or

hospital visit. I also see myself as a silent advocate

for the Association as I believe there is no reason for

any Australian to be lonely here in Hong Kong.

What is your favorite experi-ence that you have had with the Association?

There are many: the balls; the

Australian Rules Grand Finals;

Sundowners; Australia Day

(when it’s not raining); and

ANZAC Day.

What advice would you give to an Australian about to move to Hong Kong?Enjoy your time here. Learn

something of the culture and

respect it. Make friends with

the locals. Join one of the many

sporting or culture clubs or try

to learn a little Cantonese. Be

adventurous when eating out.

Remember that you are a guest

in this wonderful country and,

above all, be a good ambassador for Australia.

Restaurant or food secret in Hong Kong?Wellington Street and the local restaurants around

Sheung Wan are my favorite places. I love the restau-

rants in Gough Street, especially Gough 40. For the

best curry, Bombay Dreams; they also make the best

Bombay Blue Gin Martini. Al Forno, a fusion pasta

and pizza restaurant where the staff are friendly, the

pasta and pizza has an Asian twist, and the beer and

wine good. For that special occasion, I like Grissini

at the Grand Hyatt.

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FEBRUARY 2016 | MEET...

If you could choose six famous people for dinner at your place, who would they be and why? Justice Michael Kirby, formally of The High Court of

Australia; a person of great integrity who cares for

justice and human rights for people from all walks

of life and a person of great faith. Ban Ki-moon, the

Secretary-General of the United Nations; he has a

tough job but inspires, leads and brings hope when

there is darkness. Kim Beazley, Australia’s retir-

ing ambassador to the United

States of America; a great

statesman, a leader and inspirer,

a man of faith and integrity who

is concerned for people and

the best for Australia. Diana

Lin, the presenter of the Pearl

Report; she has much insight

into social issues that affect

people’s lives here in Hong

Kong and mainland China. Julie

Andrews; a great actress and

singer of our time who brings

joy and happiness to millions of

people but also who has strug-

gled with serious illness which

she has overcome, bringing

hope and inspiration to others.

Jenny Brockie, the presenter of

“Insight” on the Australian Channel and Logie Award

winner for Public Affairs reporting; she brings to life

the struggles and joys of personal life, challengers

social issues and dares to present real life issues fac-

ing people today whether it be race, politics, religion

or human sexuality.

Favorite holiday destination in Asia?Thailand for its food, culture and people.

What would you change about Hong Kong if you could?The pace of life and the pressure to succeed that

results in many suicides. The pressure parents put

on their children to be high achievers means there

is no time for them to play, nor for quality family life

where parents can spend time with their children.

Working hours, especially in business and com-

merce, and not forgetting the pollution issue and

climate change.

Tell us something we all need to know about you?

I enjoy life in all its fullness

and enjoy meeting and being

with people. Besides my daily

position at the cathedral, I

am the Chair of the Board of

Directors of St John’s Cathedral

HIV Education Centre, bring-

ing faith communities across

Asia together and sharing the

resources in a reality which

exists and still has much

stigma and discrimination in our

schools and in the community.

I am a member of Queensway

Rotary Club and a past presi-

dent of the club. In the Rotary

District, I serve on the Rotary

Peace Fellowship programme

offering a degree programme in international

relations and sustainable development at seven

universities around the world of which Brisbane,

Queensland is one of them. I also am a member of

the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Relief Development

and Advocacy organisation that works for a world

free of poverty and injustice. I am also a chaplain to

the Hong Kong Correctional Services Department

and especially to Shek Pik prison on Lantau Island.

I am also a regular voice on RTHK 4 with three

regular radio programmes: Thought for the Week;

Reflections; and Minutes that Matter. In my spare

time, I like to cook and enjoy red wine and share that

with friends over a meal.


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Aussies In Action

CricketAustralia drew the third test against the West Indies

in the New Year’s test in Sydney due to consistent

rain. After a heavy loss in the first test in Hobart and

a much-improved performance in Melbourne, the

third test failed to show whether the WI were on the

improve or merely one-test wonders. Australia now

continue their cross-Tasman rivalry with another two

tests in New Zealand in February.

Australia managed three record run chases in three

one-day matches against India, which hides the

fact the inexperienced bowling attack conceded an

extraordinary amounts of runs in each of the first

innings. We cannot allow this to continue as you can

only go to the well so many times before records are

not broken and losses start to mount.

The Big Bash League has been going gangbusters

with amazing crowd attendances and viewer num-

bers, proving this form of cricket has a long time to

go before it starts to lose its appeal. The final four are

Adelaide, Melbourne Allstars, Sydney Thunder and

Perth. Sydney, who only just scraped into the semis,

are a great all-round team and should be hard to beat.

NFLWhile the NFL season starts the countdown to the

Super Bowl (the second-largest viewed single match

on the planet), the future of an Aussie in the game

is still one of the most talked about issues of the

moment. Jarryd Hayne will have to hope the new

49ers coach has some faith in him. It is often said the

hardest competition you have in the NFL is not the

opposite team; it’s your fellow team members gun-

ning for your position. Considering the limited game

time Jarryd had this past season, it may have been

difficult to make a favorable impression. But for now,

he remains in the training team for the upcoming

season.

Rugby UnionThe news this month is the contemplated decision of

changing the bonus points system to the one used in


FEBRUARY 2016 | SPORTS REPORT

France. The bonus point is awarded when you score

at least three more than your opponent. The reason-

ing is the bonus point is in play for longer and the

better players will therefore have to play longer in a

match, so no more being substituted after sixty min-

utes. The seven points or less bonus point to the loser

will be retained to hopefully ensure closer matches.

Also, I discovered this year’s competition has

expanded from fifteen teams to eighteen with the

inclusion of teams from Argentina, Japan and a sixth

team from South Africa.

NRLThe teams are back in preseason training with extra

attention being given to the fitness and stamina of

the larger players. With interchanges being reduced

to eight per match, down from ten, the makeup of the

bench will be an added headache for the coaches

- at least for the initial rounds until match tactics stabi-

lize for managing players’ fitness and fatigue.

Parramatta, recently a perpetual contender for the

wooden spoon, might have managed to secure it

before the first game with the possibility of starting

the competition on minus four points due to salary

cap breaches. It begs the question: how could such a

poorly performing team manage to breach the cap?

TennisThe Hopman Cup was won by Australians - Nick

Kyrgios and world No.36 Daria Gavrilova - for the first

time in seventeen years (when it was won by Jelena

Dokic and Mark Philippoussis, if your wondering). It

will be interesting to see how both players go in the

Australian Open.

In the Australian Open, Samantha Stosur bowed out

in the first round. Meanwhile, Lleyton Hewitt was play-

ing in the last tournament of his career. Rafael Nadal

had his worst ever start in an Australian Open; it was

only the second time in his career that he lost in an

opening round of a grand slam tournament. Serena

Williams looks the one to beat on the womens’ side

of the competition; the other players just don’t seem

to be able to match her sheer power game, even after

all these years.

Dakar RallyAustralian rider Toby Price won the world’s most gru-


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elling rally: the Paris–Dakar (which

was staged this year in Argentina

and Bolivia due to terrorist issues).

Price finished in third place overall,

after his inaugural outing the previ-

ous year. He grabbed five stage

wins in the 2016 edition and con-

sistently maintained a competitive

pace throughout, giving him nearly

a 40-minute advantage over his

closest rival at the end.

Dishonorable mentionsChris Gayle twice! The first effort

was for trying to chat up an inter-

viewer after an innings in the big

bash. He then gave a half-hearted

apology/excuse. This led to a number of commenta-

tors calling for his expulsion from the BBL and even

to worldwide bans. His second mention is for a bad-

tempered tweet on his departure back to the West

Indies or maybe India for the premier league. Cricket

Australia is reportedly looking at his potential deregis-

tration for the BBL next year.

Essendon finally crashed to earth with the realisation

that perhaps they did the wrong thing. The delusion

that they were merely instituting a cutting-edge pro-

gramme was finally blown away like a fig leaf when

the Court of Arbitration for Sport handed down a

clear verdict and yearly suspensions, wrecking the

2016 season for the club. My only complaint is, why

did it take so long? Also, it makes the guilty plea by

Cronulla - which only affected them for about a month

last year - look like a masterstroke.

Match fixing brought about by ubiquitous gambling hit

the headlines - this time in the world of tennis. That

Buzzfeed (a second string news site) was able to

break this is an indictment on the mainstream media

and the governing bodies themselves. The method

used is the same for identifying fixed matches in

cricket, so it is impossible to be summarily dismissed.

Considering tennis only involves two players, com-

pared to 11 in a cricket team, it makes the claims

more believable.

Doping in athletics has been around for decades;

but now we have Russia on the verge of being elimi-

nated from the Rio Olympics for systematic doping

and coverups throughout the entire country’s sports

bodies that has been going on for years. The dop-

ing has been so widespread there have even been

calls for every athletic world record to be wiped as

the probability it was committed by a doped athlete

is substantial.

Quotes“Winning in my second participation is awesome,

but being the first Australian to win the Dakar is just

insane.” Toby Price.

“I actually named one of my dogs after him.”

Andy Murray, complimenting Lleyton Hewitt.

Greg Bax

Scribe


FEBRUARY 2016 | TRAVEL TIPS

Hotels for the HomelessFrom the title, I think I know what you’re thinking: “Oh

gosh, we’re being guilt tripped and Grace is asking

to have a social conscious … yada yada yada.” Um,

maybe, but please, hear me out.

We’re very blessed to live in a city that is a major hub

for travel, shopping, food, fitness, trails, recreation

and all things financial.

So what do we do with all this health, wealth and

wisdom? By nature, I believe we are all good people

and we genuinely want to help. My personal dream

is to have one hotel in Hong Kong

per month open their biggest suite

and allow anyone and everyone

who needs it to shower, order room

service and receive a clean outfit.

Then face the world (whatever

world that may be) cleaner and

somewhat more revived than how

they were before. And I know you

know how that feels …

So, at this moment, if we can’t bring

our homeless to the hotel, we can

bring the hotel to them. At my company we have the

Flight Centre Foundation. I am privileged to be part

of a small group that has decided to focus on two

major areas (we have other one-off commitments)

and contribute monthly to it.

The first is almost at no cost to anyone and it’s as

simple as collecting food and toiletry items. When we

shop, there’s usually a special if we buy two items.

We give away the other non-perishable food item.

The toiletries come from the seemingly endless sup-

ply of hotel amenities. We all travel and we’ve already

paid for these items. Spare a thought for those who

have none and collect a few spares to contribute to

our cause.

On the first Friday of each month (our first contribu-

tion is on Friday, 5 February in Nam Cheong) we

gather our items from all our teams, including at our

North Point Head Office, and distribute as a group of

about 10 people to our city’s homeless.

There are certain areas on the Kowloon side that we

aim to reach over the next few years and have been

chosen as desperate. However, personally, we give

as we go, too.

The second is children’s educa-

tion and the importance of regular

reading and having an English lan-

guage connection. This will be done

at a local community centre that

welcome disadvantaged families

and the elderly and help meet theirs’

and their children’s needs.

So I ask you to please consider,

and especially since we have come

out of the most arctic winter I’ve

ever had in Hong Kong (and I moved to Hong Kong

to escape Melbourne’s chill!), think of those who

have nothing and no-one.

If you would like to contribute, please go to our

Lyndhurst Terrace shop and we will gladly accept it.

Please feel free to email or call me at any time. I will

gladly assist in any way I can. Thank you.

To give, is to live.

Grace Ghattas

[email protected]

Ph: 5912 3880


I'm just a walking the dog If you don't know how to do it I'll show you how to walk the dog

(Rufus Thomas - but better known as recorded by

The Rolling Stones)

Taking the dog for a walk is one of the main rea-

sons why people get a dog in the first place. It is a

reason to get out and about. Maybe a short walk in

the morning and evening around a busy schedule,

and then hopefully a longer walk on the weekends

that’s more relaxed and leisurely. It’s a time to be

outside and a distraction from the “world”. It is a

back to basics exercise!

Dogs love to get out and see and smell the world.

It is their equivalent of reading the newspaper or

watching the daily news! Exercise is only part of

the process; the most important thing is that the

dog gets out! Many people get upset when they

see dog walkers not so much walking the dog

but sitting and letting the dogs (and the walkers!)

socialise. Don’t be upset. This is just as important

as going for a good long run! Unfortunately, many

dogs are not well socialised with other dogs and

they are missing out on a natural part of their

existence. Dogs need to be dogs and that involves

sniffing the butts of other dogs!

Living in a busy place like Hong Kong where our

dogs invariably come into contact with other peo-

ple - on a trail, in an elevator, or in common areas

of buildings - it is imperative that your dog is well

mannered.

What I mean by this is they:

1. Don’t immediately jump up onto other people;

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Walking the Dog ……


2. Are not aggressive to other people or other

animals;

3. Are well trained and obedient;

4. Learn to urinate and defecate in the appro-

priate areas.

Having an untrained or bad mannered dog

is a true liability. It is important to see how

well behaved your dog is with everyone

who walks them, not just with you! Does

your helper or child have the same control

over the dog as you do? If not, then it must

be rectified.

Teaching the dog to “heel” when walking –

that is, the dog walks beside you on your left hand

side, does not pull ahead of you, does not trail

behind you and does not cross from one side to

another - is the sign of a well mannered and well

trained dog. Heeling can easily be taught to every

dog with patience, good technique and sometimes

with the help of special collars such as the Halti or

Gentle Leader. The training technique may vary

from one dog to another but the outcome should

be the same … a well mannered dog that is a joy,

not a nightmare, to walk. Coming when called, sit-

ting and dropping on command also demonstrates

good control. Walking the dog should be a pleas-

ure, not a battle! Getting everyone involved with

walking the dog can be a fun experience. I have

often used the “double lead” technique when with

young children - they feel like they are walking

the dog, but there is that backup control if needed.

(See the photos with this column.)

Finally, some laws to consider when walking your

dog:

1. When a large dog – weighing more than 20 kilos

- is in a public place, the following control measures

must be applied:

Large dogs shall be securely held on a leash of

not more than two metres in length by a person

at all times; OR

Large dogs shall be securely tied to a fixed object

on a leash of not more than 1.5 metres in length

in a manner that does not pose a danger to the

public and animal safety, and welfare of the dog.

In country parks, large dogs may be exercised

without a leash, provided they are still under effec-

tive control.

2. If your dog defecates, it must be cleaned

up immediately or you face a fixed penalty of

HK$1500.00

Go out and enjoy “walking the dog”… it is good

for both of you!

Dr Lloyd Kenda

BSc(Psych) BSc(VetBiol) BVMS(Hons) MRCVS

MACVSc(SASurgery)

Valley Veterinary Centre

www.valleyvetcentre.com.hk

[email protected]

FEBRUARY 2016 | VET


DRAGONS | SPORTS REPORT

SCAFL 2016 Season CommencesThe South China Australian Football League (SCAFL) kicked off with a bang in Guangzhou on 23 January,

with the annual Australia Day round giving all teams a chance to blow off the cobwebs. This was the first

of six rounds, with the remaining fixtures as follows:

Round 2 – 5 March – Macau Round 5 – 4 June – Macau

Round 3 – 23 April – Hong Kong Finals – 18 June – Guangzhou

Round 4 – 14 May – Hong Kong

The two Hong Kong rounds are set to be huge, with the ANZAC Day fixture on 23 April always a special

event. The four local sides are sure to field strong teams in both rounds and planning is already underway

for the post-match functions. The Dragons also hold regular training sessions and we urge anyone inter-

ested to come out and try their hand. Everyone is welcome, from those looking to train and play to those

looking to be involved in another capacity. For more information, contact our president Mark Mastores on

[email protected] or head to www.hk-dragons.com and sign up to our weekly mailer.

The Sai Kung StingraysThe SCAFL’s fourth team, the Sai Kung Stingrays, was officially launched in January and has been the

cause for much excitement as we enter a new season. The Dragons took the big step of introducing a

fourth team in the hope of attracting more non-Australian participation, as well as more participation in

general. One of the most important functions of the SCAFL is promoting the game of Australian Rules

and the number of international players on the Stingrays list is proof the move to introduce an additional

team has so far achieved its goal. The Stingrays are coached by Dragons co-captain and former Cobra’s

player Dom Dunn and captained by ex-Lizard Lachie Evans, with the two providing plenty of experience

in a developing side. While development is high on Dom’s list of priorities, he has also assured us he

will have his side looking to win every game. He is confident the Stingrays will give a good account of

themselves in their first season and the early signs are good, with numbers healthy and team morale high.

Flight Centre partnership continuesThe Dragons’ partnership with Flight Centre continues in 2016, with Kalani Brown the new personal travel

manager for the Dragons. Kalani can be contacted on [email protected].

KangaNews February 2016

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