HOME789 at Lions Club 30th Anniversary Gala
Sydney, Australia – March 21, 2025 — HOME789 was proud to stand as a major sponsor of the Sydney Chinese Lions Club 30th Anniversary Charity Ball and 2025 Annual Gala, held on March 15 at the iconic Sydney International Convention Centre (ICC). The event brought together over 500 distinguished guests in celebration of three decades of service, charity, and community leadership.
HOME789 CEO Walton Chu and Director Chris Williams with Dignitaries at Lions 30th Anniversary Gala
Representing HOME789 were CEO Walton Chu and Director of Operations Chris Williams, who joined esteemed guests including Davidson State MP Matt Cross, Lions Clubs International Past International President and current Board Director Barry Palmer AO, District Governor Genevieve Jeny, District Governor Elect Mohan Nanayakkra, and many other business leaders and community figures.
As a project marketing company deeply embedded in the local and international property sector, HOME789 was honoured to contribute to an evening that exemplified humanitarian spirit, cultural heritage, and professional connection.
HOME789 CEO Walton Chu Attends Lions Club 30th Anniversary Gala
Throughout the evening, the Lions Club’s motto, “We Serve”, was reflected in heartfelt speeches, musical performances by the Castle Hill RSL Youth Wind Orchestra, and a fundraising auction led by community leader Dr. Anthony Cheung OAM. A special highlight of the evening was HOME789’s successful auction bid of AUD $4,000 for the stunning Chinese peony artwork “富贵吉祥” (Prosperity & Auspiciousness) by nationally recognised artist Wang Xiu.
HOME789 supports the Lions Club’s mission with a winning $4,000 bid for “富贵吉祥” by artist Wang Xiu.
The evening raised over AUD $50,000 for the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF)—the only official foundation of Lions Clubs International—supporting global humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and community health programs across more than 200 countries. The Sydney Chinese Lions Club, recognised as a “Model Club” by Lions Clubs International, has donated over AUD $1.1 million to various charitable causes since its establishment in 1995, including the Royal Flying Doctor Service, CareFlight, Red Cross, and Westmead Hospital, among others.
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HOME789 would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to the Sydney Chinese Lions Club for their dedication to service and inclusion, and for allowing us to be part of such a milestone event. We also extend our appreciation to our industry partners—Deicorp, Coronation, Landmark, Developcorp, Sotheby’s Sydney, Chiwayland, L&H, Accentor Associates, and Black Chess—for their presence and continued support.
As we look ahead, HOME789 remains committed to supporting charitable initiatives that make a real difference. Together, we are building more than properties—we’re helping build a better future.