Hi everyone, Here are your JETAAWA updates for the start of July, and it's (largely) a food and drink-focused issue: 1. JETAAWA Winter Matsuri!There is still time to sign up for the JETAAWA Winter Matsuri trip to the Swan Valley, where you will be able to sample a wide range of local wines and other produce while mixing with a top group of likeminded people. Tickets are … [Read more...]
JETAAWA News – 9 June 2013
Hi everyone, Starting with a bit of bad news this week, but that is followed by a bumper selection of events for your enjoyment. Hope to see some of you there! 1. As you may have heard, Curtin University has recently announced its intention to terminate its Chinese, Japanese and Asian Studies majors. If you would like to express your opposition to this decision, an online … [Read more...]
JETAAWA NEWS – 25 APRIL 2013
Morning Japan fans, Well, I’m one month in and this media rep job is already busier than I was expecting, for all the best reasons - luckily we have a very active group of people here in WA. As such, here are some supplementary notices on upcoming events and opportunities: 1. Bold Park Community School, is hosting a ‘mini-Matsuri’ for Kodomo no hi on Sunday 5 May from … [Read more...]
JETAAWA News – 18 April 2013
Hi everyone, Welcome to the inaugural JETAAWA newsletter from the new committee, including myself, your new media rep. The first test of my media powers is bending Gmail to my will - hopefully this all goes fine. Below you'll find the usual blend of useful Japan-related information and events in WA. Hope to see some of you there, Will Employment 1. We have … [Read more...]
JETAAWA News – 18 March 2013
Hi all. Just a few things as we draw to the end of the JETAAWA year. 1. AGM The AGM is where we have some nibbles and drinks, look back over our successful year, and look forward to the coming year, including by electing the new committee. This year's AGM is shrouded in secrecy. It is being held this Friday evening, 22 March 2013, at an undisclosed and exciting CBD … [Read more...]