Hurstville Highpoint Medical Centre (HHMC) Supports the 2026 Australian Tai Chi Open Championship, Contributing to the Promotion of Tai Chi Culture
On April 12, 2026, the “2026 Australian Tai Chi Open Championship and World Tai Chi Qigong Day Celebration,” hosted by the Australian Tai Chi Association (TCAA) and co-organized by the Georges River Federation, successfully concluded at the Hurstville Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Sydney. As a key supporting unit of this event, Hurstville Highpoint Medical Centre provided comprehensive emergency medical services, including emergency care and automated external defibrillators (AEDs), ensuring the smooth and safe conduct of the competition.
Dr. Zhou Jiong, a physiotherapist and acupuncturist at HHMC, and clinic manager Marina were deeply involved in the main organizational work of the competition. Dr. Zhou Jiong, with his professional skills and organizational experience, rallied the team and efficiently implemented all aspects of the event’s preparation. Marina led the Georges River Tai Chi team in their first competition, achieving excellent results, and she herself won a silver medal in the individual event, showcasing the unique spirit of medical professionals dedicated to community cultural and sports activities.
Hurstville Highpoint Medical Centre is committed to serving the local community, not only safeguarding residents’ health in daily medical care but also actively supporting multicultural activities. Providing medical support for this national Tai Chi event is a vivid demonstration of the centre’s commitment to social responsibility and promoting the dissemination and acceptance of traditional Chinese culture in Australia.
During the competition, the centre’s professional medical equipment and rapid response capabilities received unanimous praise from the organizers, participants, and spectators. Marina stated, “Tai Chi is the essence of excellent traditional Chinese culture. It is our honor to participate in this event through medical support, safeguarding the health and safety of every participant. In the future, HHMC will continue to support community activities and contribute to promoting cultural exchange between Australia and China and community health.”
This championship brought together Tai Chi enthusiasts from all over Australia and overseas, ranging in age from 15 to over 70, covering multiple styles and weapon-based events. The professional support from Kangyuan Medical Centre added a sense of security and warmth to this grand Tai Chi event.
