For so many of us, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a time to come together, share delicious food, celebrate cherished traditions, and enjoy the company of loved ones. This year, CWCC was delighted to spread that warm spirit with seniors, volunteers, and friends across our wonderful community.
CWCC held celebrations at the Balcatta, Willetton, and Bayswater hubs, each adding its own special touch to the festival. CWCC also took part in the City of Vincent’s multicultural Mid-Autumn event, sharing this tradition with even more people.
At the Balcatta Community Hub, CWCC CEO Mrs Theresa Kwok and Board Chairperson Ms Esther Chang joined seniors for a lively celebration. A highlight was the special exchange between the northern and southern volunteer groups, as the Willetton dance group visited Balcatta to perform.
Theresa thanked the volunteers who made the celebration possible, calling them the heart of the community. From colourful performances to the festive meal shared around the table, their contribution helped create an atmosphere where everyone felt welcome and included.
At the Willetton Community Hub, the focus was on traditional culture. Chung Wah Association President Andy Yuan joined in and gave mooncakes to seniors, while the Balcatta tai chi group gave several demonstrations. Soon, seniors joined in with songs and dances, filling the hub with laughter and energy.
A Mid-Autumn quiz brought some friendly competition and gave everyone a chance to rediscover the stories and traditions behind the festival. Andy also reflected on the importance of helping seniors experience the warmth of “home”, something that can mean much more than just a place. For those living alone or with fewer chances to connect, being remembered, welcomed, and invited can create a real sense of belonging.
At Evergreen College in Bayswater, food brought people together. Community members arrived with home-cooked dishes to share, like Manchu-style sticky bean buns, Sichuan cold jelly noodles, home-grown ice plant, brine-poached chicken, and other family favourites. Different regional traditions came together at one table, making the Mid-Autumn potluck a tasty reflection of our community’s diversity. A lucky draw added even more smiles to the afternoon.
The celebrations went beyond CWCC’s hubs, as CWCC joined the City of Vincent’s multicultural Mid-Autumn event with the Perth Asian Community Centre. Games, calligraphy, and cultural activities gave people from different backgrounds a chance to celebrate and learn together.
For CWCC, events like Mid-Autumn mean more than just marking a date on the calendar. They give seniors a reason to go out, meet friends, share something from home, and take pride in the skills and traditions they pass on.
Maybe this gives the traditional idea of 'reunion' a new meaning.
Reunion isn’t just about missing family or a home far away. Sometimes, it’s a familiar face greeting you, a homemade dish on a shared table, or a room full of people who are glad you’re there.
Sometimes, you can find that feeling of home right here in our community.
That last passage is the part I’d really want to keep. It lifts the article from just listing four Mid-Autumn events to telling a story about why these celebrations matter for older migrants. It also fits well with the broader CWCC message about belonging, connection, and Care That Speaks Your Language.
