On 5 November 2026, the Northlink Business and Cultural Association of Queensland Inc. celebrated its official renaming and new chapter with a special ceremony at Queensland Parliament House.
Approximately 150 distinguished guests from Queensland’s political, business and Chinese communities gathered to mark this significant milestone in the Association’s development.
W & G Lawyers Proudly Represented at the Celebration
W & G Lawyers was honoured to be invited to this special occasion. Melinda Gao and Nancy Wang attended the ceremony on behalf of our firm, joining distinguished guests and community leaders to celebrate the Association’s exciting new chapter.
Melinda Gao also serves as Vice President of the Northlink Business and Cultural Association of Queensland, actively contributing to the Association’s development and community initiatives.
Through her involvement, she is committed to fostering business collaboration, cultural exchange and multicultural inclusion, helping to strengthen connections between the Chinese community and the broader Queensland community.
Bringing Together Government, Business and Community Leaders
The ceremony commenced with a vibrant lion dance performance, Setting Sail, presented by the Northwest Martial Arts Club, followed by an Acknowledgement of Country delivered by Mr Lewis Lee OAM, Honorary Adviser to the Association and co-host of the event.
Distinguished speakers included:
- Mr James Martin MP, Member for Stretton;
- The Honourable Tim Mander MP, Queensland Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games; and
- Ms Li Suyun, Deputy Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China in Brisbane.
The Association’s President, Mr Shi Lei, reflected on its journey since its establishment in 2017 and shared his vision for its future.
The newly appointed Executive Committee members were formally inducted, while Honorary Advisers and distinguished advisers joined the Association in supporting its next stage of growth.
A particularly meaningful moment was the presentation of a handwritten Chinese calligraphy artwork, Multicultural Harmony and Inclusion, by renowned calligrapher and Association Vice President Mr Zhu Yukun to Mr James Martin MP, in appreciation of his ongoing support for multicultural communities in Queensland.
Cultural performances, a lucky draw and opportunities for networking added warmth and vibrancy to the celebration.
Connecting Communities Through Professionalism and Collaboration
From its beginnings as a community organisation bringing together people with shared roots in Northwest China, the Association has evolved into a platform promoting business connections and cultural exchange between Northwest China and Queensland.
Its development reflects the Chinese community’s ongoing commitment to contributing to Queensland society, embracing multiculturalism and building meaningful relationships across communities.
As Brisbane prepares to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Queensland is poised to welcome new opportunities for international engagement, business collaboration and cultural exchange.
As a Queensland-based law firm, W & G Lawyers places great importance on community engagement and actively supports multicultural initiatives.
The participation of Melinda Gao and Nancy Wang in this milestone celebration reflects our firm’s commitment to growing alongside the communities we serve, fostering meaningful connections and supporting opportunities for collaboration.
Our warmest congratulations to the Northlink Business and Cultural Association of Queensland on the successful celebration of its official renaming and new chapter!
We look forward to working alongside community leaders, businesses and partners to help build an even more diverse, inclusive and vibrant Queensland.
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