On September 22, the Chinese Consulate-General in Melbourne held a reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The reception was attended by approximately 500 guests, including Consul General Fang Xinwen, Representative of the Victorian Premier, Deputy Premier the Hon. Gabrielle Williams MP, Minister for Roads and Road Safety the Hon. Paul Hammer MP, Federal Member for Menzies Mr. Gabriel Ng MP, Federal Member for Deakin Mr. Matt Gregg MP, Representative the Victorian Opposition Leader, Deputy Leader of Victorian Opposition Mr. David Southwick MP, along with other Victorian members of parliament and Councilors of local Councils as well as  representatives from various sectors in Victoria and Tasmania.

Consul General Fang introduced China's achievements in the economy, people's livelihood, green development, and innovation, as well as the promising start of the 15th Five-Year Plan. He elaborated on the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind and the four Global Initiatives. Consul General Fang reaffirmed that the essence of China-Australia relations is mutual benefit and win-win results. He stated that the Consulate-General will further advance exchanges and cooperation at all levels and in various fields, and elevate the consular district's relations with China to a new level.

Deputy Premier Williams stated that China is one of Victoria's most important partners. Victoria takes pride in the role it plays in Australia-China relations and will continue to strengthen practical cooperation, enhance mutual understanding, and deepen cooperation with China in trade, education, tourism, and other fields to create a more prosperous future together. Gabriel Ng MP and David Southwick MP and other speakers emphasized the importance of Australia-China relations and Victoria's cooperation with China, and expressed gratitude to the Chinese communities for their contributions to Australia's economic and social development. Mr. Nicolas Reece, Lord Mayor of City of Melbourne, sent a video message to express congratulations.

The reception featured performances of Chinese-style drum music, a Chinese song chorus, and traditional Chinese ethnic dances, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Guests praised China's development achievements and actively looked forward to the prospects of China-Australia relations and the consular district's cooperation with China.