Certified Legendary Thread China History in the Making

[Butters Made Me Do It]

Koch clings to `little working class club' because its tied so closely to what he considers to be his personal brand of `working class kid done good'

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

Andrew Hunter loves himself a bit too much. Reckons hes some sort of China messiah and a paragon of the left side of politics. His Twitter is annoying reading at times. He'll never get us success in China.

As for Koch's continued reference to us being a working class club. It just proves that none of what the members feel is filtering up to him through KT or Richo - or anyone for that matter.

Either that, or he is wilfully going against us in some sort of power move. The guys a ******* moron who wouldnt know the first thing about running a football club. This was always his shortcoming when he came in. He may be experienced at financial management (depends who you ask) but he's got ******* no idea about football.

That's what twitter's about. Self promotion.

And letting your followers know what colour toilet paper you are using today.

 

[Papa G]

Lockhart Road would know better but my take on the biggest deal to come out of the China strategy after Mr Gui, to benefit the club's footy program directly, ie not pay for the game or the Power Footy program, is getting Nicho Teng on board. His Greaton and Haneco Lighting have sponsored the game, but Haneco Lighting is a club 2nd tiered Premier Partner sponsor and is on the club's official polo sleeves. That's money that goes directly to fund our footy program. GFG indirectly was attracted by the China connection but it wasn't their main aim.

The club has finally fixed up its website and has all the partners involved split into 2 groups, China partners and Shanghai 2019 partners.

https://www.portadelaidefc.com.au/china/partners

Some of those companies/businesses listed are tiny operators. Can't see them offering much in the way of sponsorship at all.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

From that AFR article re kids trying footy.

https://www.afr.com/business/sport/meet-the-chinese-school-kids-playing-aussie-rules-20190525-p51r5o
There's no talk of trade wars or diplomatic tensions on the footy field at Yanhe Middle School in suburban Shanghai. Instead, coaches are putting two teams of 13-year-olds through their paces. This enthusiastic group of Year Six students are learning how to kick and pass an oval-shaped ball which is familiar to most Australians but is an oddity in China. “Look down, look at the ball,” their coach yells. “Try and catch the ball in your chest.”

It is rare to see kids playing AFL in any country outside of Australia, let alone China. But the sport has been introduced in 23 schools across the country, where basketball and soccer - President Xi Jinping's favourite sport - are more common. “It’s cool,” Tom Zhang, 13, says when asked what he thinks of AFL. “I used to play American football but it seems a bit violent. My friend got injured. Australian football is much safer.” The decision to teach Chinese kids how to play AFL is part of a wider program spearheaded by the Port Adelaide Football Club to introduce the game to the world's most populous country. What started out as a whacky idea to host an annual AFL game in Shanghai is now in its third year, with Port Adelaide to play St Kilda on Sunday.....
https://www.afr.com/business/sport/meet-the-chinese-school-kids-playing-aussie-rules-20190525-p51r5o

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

Some of those companies/businesses listed are tiny operators. Can't see them offering much in the way of sponsorship at all.

Those small ones are involved in the ISP - International Student Program (ie under Program Partners) and some providing services more so than cash, and the China Power Club are those who pay $10k and get networking opportunities.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

This ANU academic (Observing Asian interactions and Australia-Asia relations) reckons Mr Gui / Shanghai CRED through his 4 or 5 direct investments and 1/3rd share of S. Kidman & Co is the largest land owner in WA.

 

[Forzaport]

The power of positive thinking. We should be much bigger than we are, we can be, we will be.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

The article that The Australian's former Business editor and now Beijing correspondent Glenda Korporal wrote in today's paper and referred to by the ANU academic. Writes about the game being a bit of an ice breaker in political relations between Beijing and Canberra. Trade minister Birmingham was in Canberra being sworn in by the GG. Doesn't look like he will make the game.

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/china-history-in-the-making.1128595/page-382#post-61012004
After continued tensions in the Australia-China relationship, both business and football fans are looking forward to the weekend when Port Adelaide plays St Kilda in Shanghai. While the Chinese may not be as excited about AFL as Australians, this weekend’s events will provide welcome relief from tension in the relationship and more evidence of continued strong ties between Australia and China.
.......
Koch says his goal was never to claim that AFL would be the next big thing in China, but that having an annual game in China could be used as a way to promote business ties. After a tough year for political relations, which are still strained as a result of the Turnbull government’s decision to ban Huawei from supplying equipment for Australia’s 5G network last August, the chance for Australians living and doing business in China and the region, and Chinese interested in Australia, to get together in an informal gathering is a good thing
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The vast majority of Australians and Chinese who do business with each other — whether it be mining, food and wine, vitamins, tourism, finance and education — just want to get on with doing business free of political interference. But in China’s top-down state, politics is very important.It is now under massive pressure from the Trump administration, which is pushing the world’s second-largest economy on both trade and now telecoms with the latest action against Huawei. While Beijing is wary of hitting back at the US — still hoping it can reach a trade deal with Trump — it can react to real and perceived slights from smaller countries such as Australia.
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The game coincides with the last days of Austrade’s Festival of Australia, a series of smaller events across China helping companies sell into the market. The festival has taken over from the Week in China which has had its day, proving to be too broad-brush an event, and too dependent on the political leadership of the day. Koch said Austrade has committed to build the festival around the annual AFL game over the next three years.
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Last year the AFL was able to use its connections to get former trade minister Steve Ciobo to attend, despite the fact that there was an unofficial freeze on visas for ministers. A visit by Birmingham would be a small but important step forward in political ties. But regardless, building an AFL game in Shanghai as an annual fixture is proving a much needed positive sign in the relationship.

https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/threads/china-history-in-the-making.1128595/page-382#post-61012004

 

[Boxx]

Doesn't the guy who owns Chateau Tanunda live in Sydney?

He is talking about Neville the senior wine maker, not the actual owner.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

That ANU academic Geoff Wade has been tweeting about Mr Gui all day.

 

[Tim Evans Beard]

I’m fortunate enough to work with two clients over here in Western Australia.
We attempted to support the Australia week initiative through the club as both organisations are looking to diversify into other Australian projects and being involved in the local landscapes demonstrates our commitment to the local area. Both are ostensibly Chinese government companies.

We heard crickets back from the club. ****ing crickets...

 

[Lockhart Road]

I’m fortunate enough to work with two clients over here in Western Australia.
We attempted to support the Australia week initiative through the club as both organisations are looking to diversify into other Australian projects and being involved in the local landscapes demonstrates our commitment to the local area. Both are ostensibly Chinese government companies.

We heard crickets back from the club. ******* crickets...

Tell me more, mate. By PM perhaps. Happy to challenge the Club on this, for you, for the sake of all of us here. Except Steve Bannon.

 

[Lockhart Road]

Have just listened to Rucci on SEN this morning, and yesterday, thanks to Boss351 ... to learn that despite having a visa, ticket and hotel booking his ‘generals’ have at the eleventh hour disallowed him from covering Shanghai eye-witness fashion.

He expects that media coverage this year will be poor, and said it was not the fault of PAFC or the AFL.

I wonder if he was talking specifically radio.

 

[Lockhart Road]

FYI - Some serious sounding stuff happening.


https://www.austrade.gov.au/Article...al-of-Australia-program-2019.pdf.aspx?Embed=Y


Thursday 30 May

Shanghai

 Australia-China Sports Summit - Banyan Tree on the Bund
AustCham Shanghai for the third year running hosts this full-day forum, starting with an exclusive tour and briefing at Jiangwan Stadium from the AFL, followed by an afternoon of insights on current market opportunities to take your business to the next level. In conjunction with Sports & Sports Tech Mission.

 Aussie Drinks in Shanghai – Banyan Tree on the Bund
Unwind in style at the largest Australian networking event in Shanghai. Peruse TOPS' tasty modern cocktails or tapas selections as you mingle with the Australian business community. Soak in the gorgeous Shanghai skyline - there's no better place to be!

Friday 31 May

Shanghai

 Doing business in China Forum – Jing’An Shangri-La
Hosted by the Victorian Government and the St. Kilda Football Club, hear first-hand industry insights from Alibaba, Swisse and SEEK on building a consumer base in the ever-changing Chinese retail market. Suitable for businesses looking to expand in China.
Open to Australian businesses - register your interest through this link. All registrations will be assessed before confirmation of attendance.

 Shanghai – Australia Innovation Showcase – Caohejing High Tech Park
Austrade presents a technology and innovation showcase with CSIRO, Landing Pad alumni and partners, at Caohejing high tech park, one of Shanghai’s leading tech precincts. Hear from top level Australian researchers and technology companies that are working on solutions that have great potential in the China market.
Open to registered Chinese investors and tech companies.

 ‘Extraordinary Australia’ Showcase – Invitation Only
Enjoy a personalised dining experience showcasing iconic Australian premium food and beverage, and consumer products. Hosted by Austrade in partnership with State Governments, this event will also be promoted through digital media platforms.

Saturday 1 June

Shanghai

 ‘Breakfast-of-champions’ – Henkes Restaurant, Real Mall
A healthy and nutritious start to the day! This breakfast event for 120 consumers is hosted by Austrade in partnership with leading Australian companies and featuring Port Adelaide Football Club players and club nutritionist Emily Hartley, who will share her expert tips on nutrition, sleep and getting the most out of breakfast.
Open to registered Chinese consumers.

 AFL Gala Dinner – St Regis Hotel
AFL Gala dinner bringing together players, management, sponsors and guests of Port Adelaide and St Kilda Football Clubs for a night of networking ahead of the match on 2 June.

Sunday 2 June

Shanghai

 AFL match: Port Adelaide vs St Kilda – Jiang Wan Stadium
To mark the close of ‘Festival of Australia’, don’t miss the 3rd annual Australian Football League premiership season match in Shanghai! See Port Adelaide Power clash with St Kilda Saints. Game commencing at 12:30pm; hospitality venues open from 10:30am

 

[Rexie J]

https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2...usinesses-cracked-the-chinese-market/11158948

Growing a business in China: How Australian businesses cracked the Chinese market


A very interesting and positive article - it can be done with the right people on the ground.

 

[dav3]

Port Adelaide’s move into China has grown beyond expectations to have the AFL seeing the same vision

I'll just post this bit for the cross town mob who are monitoring the thread......

Koch measures the success of the “China Strategy” in the $6 million added to Port Adelaide’s financial books. This is 10 per cent of the Power’s $60 million annual revenue — and money he is certain could not have been found in a crowded and ultra-competitive Australian market where Port Adelaide has to work against 17 AFL rivals in a limited economy.

 

[Duck Farmer]

and featuring Port Adelaide Football Club players and club nutritionist Emily Hartley, who will share her expert tips on nutrition, sleep and getting the most out of breakfast.

Drink more Oak.

 

[ploppy]

ok i will be in shanghai this weekend and im a massve liverpool fan that needs to see the champions league final at 2:30am sat night. Is it on in the hotels? Is there a bar within walking distance of the metropole hotel that will show it?

 

[Garibaldi Red]

ok i will be in shanghai this weekend and im a massve liverpool fan that needs to see the champions league final at 2:30am sat night. Is it on in the hotels? Is there a bar within walking distance of the metropole hotel that will show it?

We stayed at the Metropole last year. Not a bad place, reasonably close to public transport but not so sure about bars as the only bar we went to was found accidentally (google maps, or whatever we used said it was the camel bar but no such luck). Instead of heading to the Camel Bar we decided to stay there it was that good. The owner is from Leeds, and has a heap of memorabilia on the walls, so I am sure he will have the game on. Plenty of TVs and bloody good food. When we told him we were staying he simply opened a tab for us which we fixed up when we left - I think.

I would suggest you try The Camel Bar first though to see if it will be shown there. There will be plenty of Port people there.

Around the Metropole there are some decent restaurants. Try Grandmothers, as you come out of the hotel go lefty out will not be disappointed.

 

[Lockhart Road]

https://www.saints.com.au/news/2019-05-30/saints-announce-new-matchday-partners-for-shanghai-cla

Saints announce new match-day partners for Shanghai clash
May 30, 2019 3:12PM

St Kilda Football Club is proud to welcome new match-day partners for their first AFL match in Shanghai on Sunday.

Players and coaches left for China today supported by Woodside Energy, Monash University, Swisse, Zhaopin and Jinhang Lighting and Electrical.

CEO Matt Finnis said growing the club’s commercial partnership base was an important element to the club’s decision to play in Shanghai.

“Playing in China has already provided a platform to work with a number of prominent Australian organisations who do business in China,” Finnis said.

“We are excited to announce Woodside Energy and Monash University as new partners of the Saints’ involvement in Shanghai, alongside partners Swisse, Jinhang Lighting and Electrical and Zhaopin.”

 

[Alberton Proud]

https://www.saints.com.au/news/2019-05-30/saints-announce-new-matchday-partners-for-shanghai-cla

Saints announce new match-day partners for Shanghai clash
May 30, 2019 3:12PM

St Kilda Football Club is proud to welcome new match-day partners for their first AFL match in Shanghai on Sunday.

Players and coaches left for China today supported by Woodside Energy, Monash University, Swisse, Zhaopin and Jinhang Lighting and Electrical.

CEO Matt Finnis said growing the club’s commercial partnership base was an important element to the club’s decision to play in Shanghai.

“Playing in China has already provided a platform to work with a number of prominent Australian organisations who do business in China,” Finnis said.

“We are excited to announce Woodside Energy and Monash University as new partners of the Saints’ involvement in Shanghai, alongside partners Swisse, Jinhang Lighting and Electrical and Zhaopin.”

LOL Port

 

[Alberton Proud]

But how about that Sports Diplomacy hey !

 

[Janus]

https://www.saints.com.au/news/2019-05-30/saints-announce-new-matchday-partners-for-shanghai-cla

Saints announce new match-day partners for Shanghai clash
May 30, 2019 3:12PM

St Kilda Football Club is proud to welcome new match-day partners for their first AFL match in Shanghai on Sunday.

Players and coaches left for China today supported by Woodside Energy, Monash University, Swisse, Zhaopin and Jinhang Lighting and Electrical.

CEO Matt Finnis said growing the club’s commercial partnership base was an important element to the club’s decision to play in Shanghai.

“Playing in China has already provided a platform to work with a number of prominent Australian organisations who do business in China,” Finnis said.

“We are excited to announce Woodside Energy and Monash University as new partners of the Saints’ involvement in Shanghai, alongside partners Swisse, Jinhang Lighting and Electrical and Zhaopin.”

Good on them

And then you see this:



That's popped up on our sponsor page over at Shanghai 2019. China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation - a state owned enterprise. $314.4 US billion in revenue in 2017.

Any relation to the company in your docu-drama?

 

[Lockhart Road]

Good on them

And then you see this:

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That's popped up on our sponsor page over at Shanghai 2019. China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation - a state owned enterprise. $314.4 US billion in revenue in 2017.

Any relation to the company in your docu-drama?

Related thru the Poliburo.

 

[RussellEbertHandball]

Good on them

And then you see this:

View attachment 683287

That's popped up on our sponsor page over at Shanghai 2019. China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation - a state owned enterprise. $314.4 US billion in revenue in 2017.

Any relation to the company in your docu-drama?

Which company, in which episode/scene??