Date: 18 August 2025
Organizer: Australian Table Tennis & Badminton Association (ATTBA)
Main Venue: WTC Melbourne
Satellite Venues: Sydney, Beijing, Shanghai, Changchun (hybrid: online/offline)
Under the theme “Table Tennis × Health,” the forum explored how table tennis contributes to public health, rehabilitation, youth development, seniors’ engagement, and inclusive support for people with intellectual disabilities. It brought together diverse perspectives and hands-on experience to turn ideas into methods and scenarios into scalable practice.
Main Venue with Four Linked Cities: Synchronized, Collaborative Progress
As the main venue, WTC Melbourne connected live with Beijing, Shanghai, and Changchun to enable real-time sharing of insights and cases. Speakers exchanged views on exercise for health promotion, community-based implementation, and participation pathways for youth and seniors, forming a multidimensional conversation across policy, community, venues, and participant groups.
Opening Remarks: Authoritative Perspectives and Practical Action
Consul General Fang Xinwen of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne delivered remarks, recognizing the forum’s focus on sport as a bridge to health and expressing expectations for pragmatic China–Australia collaboration in sport and health.
Nicole, CEO of Table Tennis Australia, Zhang Guangyuan, President of ATTBA, and Zheng Changzhen, President of the Australian Chinese Community Association, also addressed the audience, outlining pathways and partnerships from the perspectives of organizational governance, social collaboration, and participation mechanisms.
Keynotes: Multidimensional Perspectives on “Table Tennis & Health”
Xu Yinsheng, Honorary President for Life of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) (Shanghai venue): “A Review and Outlook of Table Tennis”—international, historical, and strategic insights on the sport’s potential in Australia.
Prof. Wang Dazhong, Communication University of China: Senior-tailored exercise models and training recommendations for an aging society.
Chen Zhilong, Vice President of the Shanghai Table Tennis Association & Chairman of Yuelong Group: Sports + Cultural Tourism and how events and forums enhance city soft power and regional economies.
Yang Chunyuan, President, Changchun Phoenix Club: Community table tennis organization models and experience.
Shen Jinsheng (92): A first-hand account of sustained participation and vitality among senior players.
The forum also featured voices from the Rome Table Tennis Association (Italy), scholars from Beijing Sport University, and others, enriching the international perspective and practical dimensions of “Table Tennis & Health.”
Why WTC? A Central Platform for Events
Service & Execution: Led by General Manager Angela, the WTC team provided thoughtful, meticulous end-to-end event support.
Location & Connectivity: In Melbourne’s core, with excellent public transport—ideal for inter-city and international attendance.
Spaces & Facilities: Versatile meeting spaces and full support for keynotes, roundtables, interactive sessions, and showcases.
About WTC
Located on the banks of the Yarra and within walking distance of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre and the Southern Cross transport hub, WTC Melbourne offers premium office leasing at its core, complemented by flexible, multi-purpose business event spaces. We provide a professional stage for investor roadshows, product launches, and cross-border business matchmaking. Beyond workspace, WTC is a gathering place for innovation and collaboration.
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