Event Archives - Consular Office of Japan in Cairns
2021
Consul-General Tanaka’s Visit to Cairns
Consul-General Tanaka and Mrs. Tanaka visited Cairns from March 4th to 6th. Consul-General Tanaka met with Cr. Bob Manning, Mayor of Cairns, Mr. Warren Entsch, Federal MP, Mr. Michael Healy, Assistant Minister for Tourism, Industry and Development and others. During their stay, they visited the Memorial of Ms. Michiko Okuyama and placed a wreath. They visited the Centopah, to pay their respects and then toured the Kokoda Museum at Cairns RSL Club. They also visited the Cairns Japanese Language Tutorial Center and the student hub, taking the opportunity to mingle with students and parents.
Consul-General Tanaka Hosts Emperor’s Birthday Reception 2021
On March 5th, Consul-General Tanaka hosted the Emperor’s Birthday Reception in Cairns. He wished for the continued strengthening of our bilateral relations. Many Cairns community representatives attended the reception including members of the Cairns Regional Council, State Legislative Assembly, and members of the Japanese community. The Consul-General’s full address can be found here. During the Reception, Mrs. Sim Hayward, the Ambassador for Cairns Sister Cities and Cairns School of Distance Education were awarded the Consul-General’s Commendation for their contributions to deepening the Japan-Australia relationship and in the case of Cairns School of Distance Education for it’s devotion to Japanese Language Education.
Director Uchida visits Cairns School of Distance Education
On January 27, Director Uchida visited the Cairns School of Distance Education and met with Principal, Mr. Andrew Oliver and his staff. He also had a conversation with a student learning Japanese over the internet.
Director Uchida’s visit to Queensland Police Service
On January 12th, Director Uchida visited Mr. Brian Huxley, Chief Superintendent of the Far North Queensland District of the Queensland Police Service and exchanged views on public safety and the coronavirus situation in the Cairns region.
