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18 JULY 2025

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Dear Members and Friends,

GYT Clubhouse Renovations

Due to the aging and long-term disrepair of our clubhouse, with the ceiling partly & badly damaged & dangerously dangling,renovations began in mid-June to replace the ceiling and carry out internal renovations. The project will take 3-4 months, and the clubhouse will be temporarily closed. Ben Wong is working from home; if you need to contact GYT, please leave a message (02 9281 7206) or call Ben Wong's mobile (0402 799 277). The project will be carried out in phases, starting with the replacement of the ceiling and electrical wiring, installation of central air conditioning, followed by internal renovations (including replacing carpets and upgrading meeting room equipment), and finally renovating the office, pantry, and restrooms.

Port Hacking 3hr Scenic River Cruise

Monday, 26 May 2025 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | 19 person attended

Enjoy a relaxing 3-hour cruise through the stunning upper reaches of the Hacking River—one of Sydney’s most pristine waterways.Cruising through hidden bays, inlets, and down to the open expanses of Port Hacking and Bate Bay, we have taken in breathtaking views of the Royal National Park, learn about the area’s rich history, and see Aboriginal sites and their cultural meanings. From early European settlements and deer farming, to NSW's first fish hatchery. The feedback is good, and everyone enjoyed a half day of wonderful time.

Bowral Tulip Festival 2025

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 | 7:15 am – 3:30 pm | $10 per person

Celebrate spring in full bloom at the Bowral Tulip Festival, a cherished tradition in the Southern Highlands that began in 1961 thanks to local resident Ada Corbett. What started with just 500 tulips on a quiet corner lot has blossomed into an annual event featuring 100,000 tulips in dazzling colours and varieties, drawing thousands of visitors to Corbett Gardens each year.

Join us for a day trip to experience this floral spectacle!

Event Details:
📅Date: Tuesday, 16 September 2025
🕖Time: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
🎟 Cost: $10 per person
🍽 Lunch: Not included – BYO lunch
👥Participants: Limited to 30 people
📝Registration Deadline: 10 September 2025
🚉Meeting Point Options:

• Meet at Central Station (Eddy Avenue exit) at 7:00 am to catch the 7:27 am train to Bowral

• Leader contact: Geoffrey Lee0466 974 573

• OR meet directly at Bowral Station at 9:56 am

Enjoy a peaceful walk among the blooms, explore local stalls, and soak in the charm of Bowral during one of its most beautiful seasons.

👉Register and purchase tickets through our office to secure your spot.

Let the tulips brighten your day—do not miss this floral celebration!

Moon Festival Luncheon

The Moon Festival Luncheon in 2025 will be held on September 30 (Tuesday) at Sunny Seafood Restaurant (Central Park Mall, LG, RB06A/1 Central Park Ave, Chippendale NSW 2008). Just 10 minutes’ walk from the exit at platform 1-10 at Central Station. Walk along George St towards Broadway & pass the traffic light. The building on the left hand side with plants on the exterior wall is Central Park Mall. Guests are welcome from 11 AM, with seating at noon. All members are encouraged to attend.

This year's luncheon features an array of dishes: Sunny Roasted Goose Platter, Sea Cucumber and Seafood Soup, Scallop with Zhanjiang Chicken, Stir-fried Shrimp with Snow Peas, Foie Gras with Beef Cubes, Steamed Live Barramundi, Braised Mushrooms with Tofu, Fresh Vegetables with Mushroom, Stewed E-Fu Noodle, Sticky Rice, Red Bean Soup w/ Sago and Seasonal Fruits Platter.

Members attending the luncheon will receive a complimentary mooncake on the day. All attendees will be eligible for a lottery sponsored by Ettason and others, with a variety of rich prizes.

Tickets will be available for public sale starting today, priced at $30 per person, with limited availability. Due to the clubhouse renovation, please call GYT (02 9281 7206) or Ben Wong (0402 799 277) to leave a message for reservations. We appreciate the support from all members, and to avoid disappointment, please purchase early. Each member may purchase only one additional ticket besides their own (for members only). Senior members aged seventy (70) and above can receive one free ticket. Please pick up your tickets and make payment at GYT between 10 AM and 4 PM on September 15 and 16, 2025. Alternatively, you can make online transfer to GYT bank account (details are at the end of the newsletter). To protect the rights of members, lunch tickets are for personal use only and are non-transferable. On the day of the luncheon, attendees must bring their membership card and lunch tickets for entry. Senior members holding free lunch coupons who cannot attend must return them by September 16 to facilitate the staff's cancellation. Otherwise, a fee of $30 will be required, or they may risk temporary suspension of senior member benefits. Those who have purchased tickets but cannot attend should also complete the ticket refund procedure by September 16, as refunds will not be processed after this date. Due to limited seating, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by these measures; they are put in place to allow more members to participate.

Yunnan (Kunming) 15 days Tour

19 October – 2 November 2025 | All-Inclusive | 21 Participants registered & closed

We are delighted to offer an unforgettable 15-day tour to Yunnan, China, a journey rich in cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and authentic local experiences. With no shopping stops, this all-inclusive trip is designed to let you fully immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Yunnan—stress-free and worry-free.

🗓 Tour Dates:

• Start: Sunday, 19 October 2025 – Kunming Changshui International Airport

• End: Sunday, 2 November 2025 – Kunming Changshui International Airport

💰 Tour Price:

• 13,280 RMB per person

• Includes all transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and guided tours in Yunnan

• Twin-share hotel accommodation (Single supplement applies if needed)

🧳 What’s Included:

• All transportation, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and guided cultural tours within Yunnan

• No shopping detours – our focus is entirely on culture, history, nature, and exploration

Chung Yeung Festival

The festival of Chung Yeung will be held on 9November (Sunday) at Luk Fook (六福) Kong Shin Tong (廣善堂) in Rookwood Cemetery. The Sheung Heung (上香) ceremony, led by the President & Vice President, will take place from 10:30 am, followed by the distribution of gift voucher to members until 11:30pm. Members are reminded to pay their current year membership fees as we will not be accepting payments at the Ching Ming Festival Tributes. Unpaid members and members who joined in less than one year are not entitled to collect gift vouchers.

We will be arranging a complimentary shuttle bus between the Goon Yee Tong office and Rookwood Cemetery. To reserve a seat, members must pay a $10 deposit for a ticket, which will be refunded on the day on the bus. Bus tickets can be obtained from the Goon Yee Tong office (open Monday to Friday 10 am to 4pm) between 20October 2025 and 3November 2025. The $10 will be forfeited if members are absent from the event. Attendees will be picked up outside the entrance to Goon Yee Tong (next to the stone lion) at 9am. The bus will leave Haymarket at 9:30am. The bus will return from Rookwood at 12pm and expect to arrive at Haymarket around 1pm.

You can pay your annual membership fee and activities tickets directly into the Goon Yee Tong bank account in future. Here’s the bank details:

Bank: ANZ Bank

Account Name: Goon Yee Tong Limited

BSB: 012 071

Account No.: 4566 80809

Reference: Member Name, Member Number & Description of Activities

A reminder of the deadline for HSC Scholarship Application for this year is 30 November 2025

Goon Yee Tong Limited

President, Justin Chan

18 July 2025