澳洲北領地台灣同鄉會114年國慶茶會 臺僑家庭齊聚祝福 
為慶祝中華民國114年國慶，澳洲北領地台灣同鄉會於10月18日下午在達爾文植物園（Darwin Botanic Gardens）舉辦「愛我臺灣」國慶下午茶活動。駐布里斯本辦事處范厚祿處長、魏禎瑩組長、昆士蘭台灣中心許俊湧主任應邀出席，並與北領地政府貿易廳長Robyn Cahill議員、多元文化理事會（MCNT）主席Dr. Edwin Joseph、僑務顧問黎國偉、僑務促進委員賴蕊珠，以及眾多僑胞家庭約150人齊聚一堂，共同為中華民國歡慶生日。
活動由會長甘韻茹率領幹部與志工團隊精心籌辦，開場由小朋友護旗進場揭開序幕，全場齊聲高唱國歌，場面莊嚴感人。除播放僑委會委員長徐佳青的雙十祝賀影片外，活動亦呼應「Move to Next Generation」僑務政策理念，安排兒童表演《快樂天堂》與《臺灣尚勇》等節目，展現新世代承傳臺灣精神的活力與自信。
范厚祿處長於致詞時肯定甘韻茹會長的領導與同鄉會的用心，感謝北領地僑界多年來對臺灣的支持與情感連結，並讚許活動以創意與熱情凝聚僑胞向心力，扎根年輕世代，讓臺灣文化在北領地持續茁壯。
活動氣氛熱烈溫馨，現場安排茶敘交流、趣味競賽及摸彩活動，讓僑胞家庭共享歡笑與感動。此次國慶茶會不僅凝聚了北領地臺灣人的團結與友誼，更展現海外僑胞對家鄉的熱愛與驕傲，讓「臺灣精神」在澳洲大地上閃耀光芒。
Taiwanese Association of the Northern Territory Celebrates ROC (Taiwan)’s 114th National Day with Joyful Tea Party To celebrate the 114th National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan), the Taiwanese Association of the Northern Territory (TANT) hosted an “I Love Taiwan” afternoon tea event on October 18 at the Darwin Botanic Gardens.
The celebration was attended by Director-General William Fan and Director Eva Wei from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Brisbane, Director Jone Hsu of the Queensland Taiwan Centre, NT Minister for Trade Robyn Cahill, MCNT Chair Dr. Edwin Joseph, OCAC Advisor Kivi Lay, and Commissioner Rui-Chu Lay, together with around 150 community members and families.
The event began with a flag escort led by children and volunteers, followed by a heartfelt singing of the national anthem. The celebration also featured a National Day greeting video from OCAC Minister Hsiao Chia-ching, and performances by children inspired by the OCAC’s “Move to Next Generation” initiative — including cheerful renditions of “Happy Paradise” and “Taiwan, You’re the Best” — symbolising the vitality and spirit of Taiwan carried on by the younger generation.
In his remarks, Director-General Fan commended President Gan and her team for their creativity and dedication in strengthening community ties and fostering the next generation’s connection to Taiwan. He also expressed gratitude for the Northern Territory’s enduring friendship and support for Taiwan’s democratic values and cultural heritage.
Guests enjoyed an afternoon of friendship, delicious refreshments, and engaging games, including a raffle and friendly competitions representing different regions of Taiwan. The celebration highlighted the unity, warmth, and pride of overseas Taiwanese families and showcased the enduring Taiwan spirit shining brightly in Australia. 
