Raymond Tam outlines new challenges
Raymond Tam had been working as a civil servant for more than two decades when his stable career took an unexpected twist last year when he was invited to consider one of the under secretary posts. The Under Secretary for Constitutional & Mainland Affairs told news.gov.hk how he took on the challenge.
Health Under Secretary highlights priorities
Professor Gabriel Leung saw plenty of opportunity to serve society when he was approached to join the Government as Under Secretary for Food & Health. He spoke with news.gov.hk in a busy waiting area in the specialist clinic block at Queen Mary Hospital, where he described the bureau's priorities - and its newfound emphasis on public-private partnership.
Migrant scheme attracts overseas talent
Former NHL star Barry Beck, renowned soprano Lan Rao and art therapist Jordan Potash arrived in Hong Kong through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme. They describe their reasons for moving to the city and outline their future plans.
Stepping into history at HKU
Hong Kong University is the only local college with declared monuments on campus. The institute's Green Gown Guides lead tours of the historic campus.
Hau Wong Temple gets a facelift
Kowloon City's Hau Wong Temple has recently had a facelift, courtesy of the Chinese Temples Committee's renovation project. This historic Kowloon City landmark will re-open on May 22 after months of refurbishment. Take a virtual tour.
HK's first cancer rehab centre set for '07
Nam Long Hospital is being converted into Hong Kong's first cancer rehabilitation centre offering a range of services. It will open by the end of 2007.
West Kowloon Cultural District forum
Over 600 participants exchange views with overseas experts on how to make the West Kowloon Cultural District project a success at a public forum on April 18. Click here for videos of the forum.
Assiduous analysis at the Gov't Lab
The Government Laboratory may have a low profile, yet it is one of the most important departments, with its skilled and dedicated staff working hard to keep Hong Kong people safe, such as during the recent melamine scare. Its staff spoke to news.gov.hk about how they work around the clock to accurately test scores of items.
HK sets pace as pre-Olympic training base
Hong Kong is awash with international sporting talent in the run-up to the Beijing Olympics. News.gov.hk talks to the Dutch and Czech Republic swimming teams who have chosen Hong Kong for their final preparations before facing the ultimate challenge. Full Story
