A great mate      
in Hong Kong

BOOK CLUB

Join other literary enthusiasts at the Book Club. Whether you're after stimulating conversation about your favourite novels or just a means to fuel your love of books, you can combine reading with coffee, chatter and  textual analysis.

When: First Wednesday of each month
Where: Oolaa Petite :Shop 2 Tower 2 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai
Cost: Free, just turn up
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM

For more information please email Connie Albracht 

CHARITY WORK

The Australian Association has a long history of supporting charitable causes in Hong Kong. From raising urgently needed funds to rolling up our sleeves and pitching-in, we can help the community in which we live by contributing directly.

Please contact the President for information on how you can help up to contribute. 

Cooee Coffee

Cooee 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. Hosted by Karen Prosser a member of the General Committee and volunteers, there will always be someone to meet and greet 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.

When: Every Friday (except public holidays)
Where: Oolaa Petite :Shop 2 Tower 2 Starcrest, 9 Star Street, Wan Chai
Cost: Free, just turn up
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM

For more information please email Jo Milenkovic (WhatsApp +852 69107472)

KOWLOON Koffee

Kowloon Koffee is our casual coffee morning get together in TST. Perfect for both newcomers to Hong Kong and to catch up with old friends. Hosted by Samta and volunteers, no need to book, just turn up and enjoy some great coffee and a chat. There will always be someone to meet and greet and introduce you to others if it’s your first visit.

When: Second & fourth Wednesday each month
Where:  Infuse, G/F K11 Atelier, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, TST.
Cost: Free just turn up
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00pm

For more information please contact Samta Sharma

DRAGON BOAT (March to JUNE)

The OZHK Diggers Dragon Boat team is a great way to get stuck in with another Hong Kong world known event. We take part in both the Warm Up Races and the Main Championship Day. We have a perfect balance of working hard on the water and play harder at the pub.   This is a popular sport for our newbies who are fresh off the boat and looking to get connected with friendly people with a similar sense of humour, come sign up!

For more information please contact our events team.

LADIES GOLF
**We are looking for a volunteer to host golf**

Interested in helping out? Please email our events team.

MAH JONG

Want to learn or just love it? Come and  play social Mah Jong, the ancient Chinese tile game

When: Every Monday (except public holidays)
Where: Dynasty Court Function Room, 17-23 Old Peak Rd, Mid-level
Cost: Free, just turn up
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Cost: $80 members /$130 non-members

For more information please email Margaret Groen.

NETBALL

The OZ Hong Kong Netball has been running for over a decade now. We are a social club with the aim to win while having a bit of fun. This year we have three teams play in the Hong Kong Netball Association League; Magpies, Geckos and Cockatoos. This is another great way to get to know more of our members who will welcome you with open friendly arms.  

For more information please email Eleanor Coleman

TENNIS

Socialize with a hit and a giggle or if you want a ‘workout’ that can happen too. The requirements are Enthusiasm’, a tennis racket’, workout clothes and the WANT to hit a ball...preferably over the net. You need to be available Tuesday morning from 9am until 11am. This is a great way to get to know more people, especially if you are new to Hong Kong!

Location: Victoria Park Tennis Centre, 1 Hing Fat Street, Causeway Bay. (Google Maps)
Time: From 9-11 AM on most Tuesdays (except Public Holidays)
Cost: The cost is $40 for members, $60 for non-members (whether you play 1 or 2 hours, the fee is the same). Priority for members to play.

For more information please email Poppy Knox

SMB LUNCH

Secret Men’s Business (SMB) was established to provide an opportunity for male trailing spouses to get together over lunch on a monthly basis.  It’s open to anyone – “trailing” or otherwise – to come along and have a meal and / or a drink and talk about nothing in particular (no further details can be provided as it’s a secret!)

SMB lunch will held at the Devil’s Advocate, 48 Lockhart Road, Wanchai on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. 

For more information please contact Anthony Burling.

SUNDOWNERS

Hosted by a General Committee Member,  held on the first Thursday of every month, Sundowners is great for those new to Hong Kong and would like to know more about the Australian Association of Hong Kong, make new friends or catch up with long time friends.

When: First Thursday of each month (the next event will be on Thursday, 7 March 2019)
Where: Bocadito,  40 Staunton St, Central, Hong Kong
Cost: Free, just turn up
Time: 6:30PM - 9:30PM

$40 Beer, Wine, Bubbles, Soft Drink or enjoy the free flow package for $200 between 6:30PM - 9:30PM

For more information please email President

MUMS AND BUBS

Baby Group: 9:00AM - 12:00PM 
Julie Forte, the manager of the Baumhaus in Wan Chai has kindly offered to host the mums and bubs group.
The discounted price for this is $40 (regular price is $80). 
Venue: Baumhaus, first floor, 36 Queens Road East, Wanchai (near Star Street, just opposite the entrance to Pacific Place 3). 
Reminder: bring socks for yourself (not required for the little ones)! 

For more information please email Julie Forte

THE CLUB 

Hong Kong has many private and  exclusive Clubs, that only members of those clubs can enjoy and we secure a booking at one of the Clubs through a current Member who will host a lunch or dinner on behalf of the Australian Association. 

For more information please email Danielle Buckley

Ladies Drinks Night

Ostensibly for our lady members and friends, join us at Oolaa Soho to meet new friends and have a yarn about all things Hong Kong. Happy Hour Drinks.

When: Third Thursday of each month
Where: Oolaa Soho, G/F Bridges Street, Centrestage, Soho (Map)
Cost: Free just turn up
Time: 5:00PM - 7:00PM

For more information please email Michelle Charnley 

afternoon amble

Come and join members of the Australian Association on a fortnightly afternoon amble in Hong Kong. Suitable for all walkers looking for good views and good company.

If you would like to join us on our fortnightly Wednesday afternoon ambles, please email Poppy Knox.

sunshiners

Come and join us at Mortons TST for a social get together. 5 - 7 PM on the last Thursday of every month.

 If you would like to join us please contact Joanna at 9823 2608.

Thirsty thursday

A Secret Mens Business Social.  If you would like to join us please contact our events team.

Sew it's thursday

If this catches your attention, Sew it's Thursday is for you.

An informal get together to share, create and create and enjoy all things crafty.
A great way to meet like minded people, develop new friendships while working on you own creative projects.

Every Thursday. Please contact Connie Albracht for more information.