Vice President Weng Leads NT Teachers’ Gathering at CDU Chinese Garden

On 7 December 2025, Vice President Weng of the Northern Australia Chinese Teachers Association organised a special visit to the CDU Chinese Garden for Chinese language teachers in the Northern Territory. The event brought together newly arrived teachers from China and local NT educators for a joyful community celebration.

Teachers shared teaching practices and life experiences, offering mutual support and building stronger bonds. The gathering not only provided practical help but also marked the beginning of an intergenerational network of Chinese language teachers—passing on knowledge and strengthening community ties across Australia.

The event was both a cultural celebration and a professional exchange, where teachers shared insights on pedagogy, community life, and mutual support.

This initiative resonates strongly with Australia’s Better and Fairer Schools Agreement (2025–2034), which emphasises equitable funding and opportunities for all students. By fostering collaboration between new migrant teachers and local educators, the Association is contributing to the national goal of building a fairer education system that values diversity and inclusivity.

Moreover, the exchange reflects broader national priorities such as investing in teacher retention and professional development. Sharing both teaching practices and personal life experiences provided practical help for teachers adapting to the Northern Territory context, while also laying the groundwork for an intergenerational network of Chinese language educators. This network embodies the spirit of “passing the torch” from one generation to the next, ensuring continuity and resilience in Australia’s multicultural education landscape.

In essence, the CDU Chinese Garden gathering was more than a social event—it was a living example of how grassroots teacher initiatives can complement national education reforms, strengthen intercultural understanding, and build sustainable communities of practice across Australia.