​The Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Ms Louise Ho, today (October 15) attended a "Customs YES" National Day celebration event – "Starry Road" movie screening and sharing session and interacted with the "Customs YES" youth members, their families and friends. Other guests included members of the Executive Committee and the Honorary Presidents' Association of "Customs YES", and directorates of Hong Kong Customs.
 
     In her welcoming remarks, Ms Ho said, "'Customs YES' aims to enable youth members understand that success is never easy through this National Day celebration event. You may encounter difficulties in study or career, but perseverance and an indomitable spirit can help you embark on the road to success. Never give up in face of obstacles or failure. Rather, you should adjust your mindset and strategies and continue to advance towards your goals and achieve your dreams."
 
     Ms Evonne Shuai, representing the producers of "Starry Road", was also invited to share the behind-the-scenes stories of the movie's production with the audience. After watching the movie, many participating "Customs YES" members expressed that the movie made them realise that Hong Kong is a fortunate place, and they will treasure the available resources and opportunities to learn and equip themselves for a prosperous future.
 
     "Customs YES" has all along organised diverse activities including exchange tours to different provinces and cities on the Mainland, and the Greater Bay Area Summer Internship Program, that allow members to learn about the latest developments and achievements of the country. For more details, please visit www.customsyes.hk.

        

     ​Miss Kathy Ma will assume the post of District Officer (Sai Kung) tomorrow (October 16), succeeding Mr Frank Tsang.
 
     Miss Ma joined the Administrative Service in 2009. She has served in various bureaux and departments, including the Home Affairs Department; the then Transport and Housing Bureau; and the University Grants Committee Secretariat.
 
     She was the Assistant Secretary at the Security Bureau before taking up the new post of District Officer (Sai Kung).

  

     The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, today (October 15) congratulated Hong Kong athletes Wu Siu-hong, Ivan Tse and Tony Wong on winning in Men's Trios in the 2023 IBF World Bowling Championships.
      
     Mr Yeung said, "Wu, Tse and Wong won the Championships for Hong Kong with their excellent skills and perseverance. Hong Kong people are thrilled by their remarkable achievement. We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to them."

The following is issued on behalf of the Liquor Licensing Board:

     The Liquor Licensing Board (LLB) will meet on Tuesday (October 17) to consider two applications for transfer, amendment and renewal of liquor licences.

     The applications are (not in order of discussion):
 
Kowloon:
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Chun Xi Tang in Tsim Sha Tsui

New Territories:
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Wing Fat Restaurant in Tuen Mun

     The meeting will be held at 9.45am in the conference room, Room 102, 1/F, 258 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

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     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (October 15) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; and Clear Water Bay Second Beach in Sai Kung District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.