The purpose of the Pecha Kucha style presentation held on 6th July was to highlight the lives of those who have chosen non-stereotypical Asian career paths. Anita Fong, legal executive and Future Dragonz member writes about her experience of the event.

Date: Wednesday 19 October 2011
Time: Doors open 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start
Venue: The University of Auckland Business School
Price: tbc
Dress: Smart business

Plan for a rainy day. That's what our parents have always told us.

This practical session offers sound principles and basic tips for anyone interested in building a long-term investment portfolio.

Our presenter Charles Chow, will demystify the stock-market/trading world and guide us through ways to identify local and global opportunities.

The event will appeal to newbies as well as those wanting a refresher.

Further details and payment options to follow.

Proudly supported by New Zealand Asia Institute

Love sports? Our parent organisation New Zealand Chinese Association Auckland is keen to hear from those interested in being part of the organising crew for the NZCA Auckland Easter Sports and Cultural Tournament 2012. This is an awesome opportunity to get involved with a signature community event.

Background info to the event can be found on last year's website:http://www.nzchinese.org.nz/easter/2010/

Enquiries: Richard Leung, 021 891 942.

Applications are now open for the NZCA LDC (Leadership and Development Conference) 2012.

The conference will be held between the 11th – 15th January 2012 at the NZ Rugby and Sports Institute, Massey University, Palmerston North. Participants must be between 18-30 years old as at 1 January 2012.

The NZCA LDC is a place to connect and discover your identity, potential and place as Chinese in New Zealand and the world. Designed as a five day conference that offers a range of team bonding activities and valuable insights from prominent speakers, delegates will explore their relationship with culture, heritage and community.

It is a week to listen and learn, forge friendships, share perspectives and have fun.

Please go to www.nzchinese.org.nz for more information and an application form.

Occupation:
Information Services Graduate

Location:
Auckland

Why join Future Dragonz?
It's a great way to meet new like-minded people. And once you get to know them, the events are a great way to catch up and continue unfinished conversations. There are a number of people who have interesting work experiences and life stories. And they aren't just your stereotypical "I worked till 8pm and went home" stories.

What am I passionate about?
My passion is knowing more about myself. They call it self-awareness. As Lao Tzu said, "He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened". I like to think I will become wise with age :)

Best tip in life?
"What goes around comes around". If you're going through a tough patch now… just hold out a bit longer because the good stuff is just around the corner. But being the pessimist that I am – enjoy the good times, because the bad times aren't too far away. So I hope you're prepared for it!

Date: 26 August - 29 October, 2011
Venue: The Gus Fisher Gallery,
The Kenneth Myers Centre,
74 Shortland St
Cost: Free

Operating from between the spaces of coming and going, Liyen Chong continues her explorations of the self and consciousness through particular modes of cultural production. Having grown up in both Malaysia and China, Chong migrated to New Zealand in her mid-teens and completed her MFA in Design in Christchurch. She moved to Auckland in late 2005 and since then has exhibited widely in New Zealand and Australia. Her work is present in public collections such as the Chartwell Collection and the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.

weibo.com

China's answer to Twitter has been making headlines around the world. Whether you're interested in seeing grassroots activism, or animated GIFs of cats, there's no better place to experience the Chinese blogosphere first-hand. Don't read Chinese? Posting in English won't stop you from getting lots of followers. Just google "English guide to Weibo" for some tips on how to get started. Join the ranks of (among others) Emma Watson, Tom Cruise, and Radiohead!

Falling Leaves Return Home. Or 'luo ye gui gen' in Chinese. NZCA Winter Camp 2011 offers us young adults a unique opportunity to explore our ancestral roots in Guangdong province. In addition, a travel package that includes Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing makes for an unforgettable experience. Keen? Then get in touch with Virginia Chong, 021 982 726.

Do you have siblings or relatives between 14 and 17 in New Zealand?

NZCA Auckland is proud to launch the NZCA Youth Leadership Camp - an initiative to be held at Camp Adair, Hunua between 9 - 11 December 2011.

The camp is open to all college students aged between 14 and 17 and explores team building, motivational and leadership skills, and cultural identity.

This initiative follows closely on the success of the NZCA LDC, Future Dragonz and NZCA China Winter Camp. The platform provides an opportunity for like-minded Chinese youth to connect, collaborate and share their experiences and stories.

Spread the word. For more information or the registration form, please visit http://www.nzchinese-akld.org.nz