2026 S2 Melbourne Freshers Welcome Event（Mandarin speaking)

The 2026 S2 Melbourne Freshman Welcome Event will be held on August 8 at Drill Hall, bringing together over 1,500 students for activities

🎉 2026 S2 Melbourne Freshman Welcome Event 🎉
Background:
After the great success of S1, the Melbourne Freshman Welcome Event returns on August 8, 2026, at Drill Hall, Multicultural Hub, 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC. This is Melbourne’s largest semester-start event for international students, expected to bring together over 1,500 students from UniMelb, Monash, and RMIT. Organized by JR Academy (匠人学院) and supported by the Consulate-General of China in Melbourne, the event provides a trusted and vibrant platform for students to connect, explore, and integrate into university life. 🌏🎓
Event Info:
📅 Date: August 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 14:00 – 17:00
📍 Location: Drill Hall, Multicultural Hub, 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC
🎟 Free registration required due to limited capacity
Join us for an afternoon full of fun, giveaways, and networking, and kick off your semester with the ultimate student experience in Melbourne! 🌟


Event Highlights:

• Interactive Booths & Games: Engage with local businesses, student organizations, and brand partners through hands-on activities and fun challenges. 🎮🏢
• Networking Opportunities: Meet peers from different universities and build lasting connections. 🤝
• No-Barrier Giveaways: Over 5,000 free gifts available — grab yours just by attending! 🛍️
• High-Frequency Lucky Draws: Every attendee can participate in exciting draws with chances to win PS5, Dyson, and other premium prizes. 🏆
• Student Ambassadors: Special appearances by ICE U one-day “big sister” Panadol and one-day “big brother” Nurofen, mingling with students and taking photos. 📸

Why Attend:

• Quickly integrate into campus life and discover student resources.
• Experience Melbourne’s largest and most exciting freshman gathering.
• Participate in interactive games and unlock exclusive perks.
• Enjoy giveaways and a high chance of winning exciting prizes.

(P.S. Seniors and alumni are welcome too! It’s not just for newbies!)


🎫Ticket Earning Rules:
• Individual check-in: 1 ticket
• Group of 3 checking in together: 2 tickets each
• Group of 5 checking in together: 3 tickets each
• Invite a friend to register and check in: +1 ticket per friend (maximum 10 tickets)
• Event volunteers: +2 bonus tickets
• Post on Instagram / Xiaohongshu with #澳洲匠人学院: +1 ticket per post (maximum 3)
• Take a photo at the event and tag official account: +1 ticket
• Livestream or short video sharing event experience: +2 tickets
• Take a photo with a student from a different university and post on Xiaohongshu: +1 ticket
• Participate in interactive games / booth activities / stamp challenge tasks to earn additional tickets
🎯 Maximum 10 tickets per person.
The more tickets you have, the higher your chance of winning.

### 🎁 Lucky Draw Rules

1️⃣ Lucky draws will be conducted at scheduled times throughout the event.
2️⃣ Each round of the draw will randomly select winners through the system.
3️⃣ The winning results will be announced through the website and notified via mobile notifications.
4️⃣ Winners must go to the prize collection counter within the designated time to verify their information and collect their prizes.

### ⚠️ Important Notes

• Each participant has a maximum limit on the number of electronic raffle tickets they can earn. The final limit is subject to on-site rules.
• Electronic raffle tickets are for personal use only and cannot be transferred.
• If a winner fails to collect the prize within the specified time, the prize will be considered forfeited and a new winner may be selected.

### 🎟 Check Your Raffle Tickets

You can view your tickets under:
[Lucky Draw] → [Social Tasks] → [My Raffle Tickets]
You will see:

• Earned Referral Tickets: X tickets
• Pending Tickets: X tickets

### How It Works:

👉 When a friend completes registration, the ticket will appear as “Pending”.
👉 Once your friend attends the event and completes check-in, the system will automatically issue the raffle ticket.

### 🎉 Referral Reward Rules:

Invite friends to register and attend the event to earn extra raffle tickets:
✅ Successfully invite 1 friend who registers and checks in → +1 raffle ticket
The maximum number of referral rewards is subject to the system rules.


### 👥 Team Check-in Rules

✅ Individual check-in: 1 raffle ticket
✅ 3-person team check-in: 2 raffle tickets per person
✅ 5-person team check-in: 3 raffle tickets per person
📌 Important Notes:

• All participants must complete registration through the official website in advance.
• All team members must attend the event and complete on-site check-in.
• Raffle tickets will be automatically issued by the system after the last member of the team completes check-in.
• No raffle tickets will be issued for members who do not attend or complete check-in.


### 🎁 Lucky Draw Prize List (Partial, Updating)

🎮 Nintendo Switch 2 Console
📷 DJI Osmo Pocket 3
👕 ICE U - Panadol Limited Edition Merchandise Hoodie ×5
📍 Apple AirTag ×2
🖥️ ASUS Monitor (23.8 inch)
🍜 Dawei Mala Hotpot $68 AUD Free Meal Voucher ×5
🥤 Stanley Tumbler ×1
🖨️ Canon PIXMA Printer ×6
🎓 University of Melbourne Official Hoodie ×2
🧸 IKASA Giant Teddy Bear (120cm)
⭐ Star People Classic Series Blind Box (Full Box)
🐰 Jellycat Classic Bunny ×3
🥤 Stanley Tumbler ×2
🛒 International Student Shopping Trolley ×3
🖨️ HP Smartphone & Tablet Printer
🧸 University of Melbourne Official Graduation Bear
🎾 Wilson Mini Tennis Tote Bag ×5
🎾 Tennis Keychain ×3
🕯️ Amo Lumie Original Australian Handmade Scented Candle ×6
🐰 Jellycat Classic Bunny ×3
Lucky Draw Prizes (Partial List – More Prizes Coming Soon!)


以下是英文翻译版（适合放活动官网/合作手册/招商页面）：
Organizer: JR Academy (匠人学院)
🌟 JR Academy — The First Choice for Chinese AI Learners Worldwide
JR Academy is an AI-focused internet education technology company specializing in IT education and career development. We are dedicated to helping Chinese communities in Australia achieve breakthroughs in IT studies and career opportunities through technology-driven education and professional support.
With 600+ expert instructors and 700+ enterprise partners, JR Academy covers multiple IT fields and provides practical training, industry experience, and career guidance.
Through our strong community platform, we have hosted 200+ events, helping students pursue their IT career goals.
To date, JR Academy has supported students in achieving 6,000+ job offers and entering 500+ global IT companies. Whether through our Chinese or English programs, we remain committed to supporting students’ learning journeys and career development.
🌟 Special Support & Partners 🌟

#### 💎 Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne

The Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne represents the Chinese government in its consular district in Australia. It is responsible for providing consular services, protecting the rights and interests of Chinese citizens, and promoting communication and cooperation.
Gold Partners

#### Bupa

Bupa is a health and care company committed to helping people live longer, healthier, and happier lives while creating a better world.
Bupa provides a wide range of services, including health insurance, aged care and retirement, dental, optical, and community wellbeing initiatives, supporting the health and wellbeing of Australians.

#### Fantuan Delivery

Fantuan Delivery is one of Australia and North America’s leading Chinese local lifestyle service platforms.
The platform provides convenient delivery services for international students and Chinese communities, covering food delivery, bubble tea, supermarkets, fresh groceries, and various daily consumption scenarios.
By focusing on young users’ needs, Fantuan continues to create better lifestyle experiences through campus activities, exclusive offers, and online/offline engagement.

#### PromosPhone

PromosPhone is a global gift card exchange and application platform that only accepts legitimate and compliant gift cards.
With 7 years of stable operation, the company has expanded its business across Asia and Africa, with teams and operations in China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Australia, and Nigeria.
PromosPhone provides safe, reliable, and efficient services for users worldwide through its global operational network.

#### Australian Chinese Taoist Association

The Australian Chinese Taoist Association is dedicated to promoting traditional Chinese Taoist culture and values, including self-improvement, balance, and harmony.
The association provides a cultural exchange platform for overseas Chinese communities and international students.
Through traditional culture seminars, mindfulness experiences, cultural activities, and festival events, the association aims to support students in managing stress, reducing anxiety, and approaching study and life with a positive mindset.

#### Zircle

Zircle is a Melbourne-based all-in-one membership platform built around the concept of “Connected from A to Z.”
It integrates dining, business, workspace, accommodation, and lifestyle services to provide members with convenient and premium experiences.
The platform brings together quality brands including Zhu Guang Yu Hotpot, SOAZ 22 Café, HubM shared offices, and Hyatt House South Melbourne.
Members can enjoy exclusive discounts, membership benefits, reward points, online booking, and curated events.

#### Dawei Mala Hotpot

Dawei Mala Hotpot is one of Australia’s popular Sichuan-style mala hotpot brands, offering a customizable and flavorful dining experience.

#### Australia Pacific Property Investment Group

Australia Pacific Property Investment Group was established in 2008 and specializes in Australian property investment and asset management.
Headquartered on Collins Street in Melbourne, the group also operates offices and representatives in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Melbourne.
With extensive experience across Asian markets, the company provides professional services covering property investment, asset management, and personalized real estate solutions.

#### Global Ballooning Australia

Global Ballooning Australia offers unforgettable hot air balloon experiences across Melbourne and Victoria.
Melbourne is one of the few cities in the world where passengers can experience hot air balloon flights over the city skyline.
Founded in 1992, Global Ballooning Australia is the only four-generation aviation family business in Australia, with over 33 years of commercial flight safety experience and more than 130,000 passengers flown.

#### DSoul Dance Studio

Founded in 2008, DSoul Dance Studio is one of Melbourne’s earliest professional dance studios.
The studio provides a wide range of dance programs including Street Jazz, Hip Hop, K-Pop, House, and Popping, catering to beginners through advanced dancers.
With professional instructors and a passion for dance culture, DSoul helps students discover confidence and their own style.

#### DealMoon Australia

Founded in 2009, DealMoon started as “North America Savings Express” and has grown into one of the most influential overseas Chinese lifestyle platforms.
DealMoon provides deals, shopping information, lifestyle content, and consumer recommendations across categories including electronics, beauty, fashion, home, travel, finance, and dining.
The platform works with more than 3,000 brands and businesses worldwide and has built a strong marketing ecosystem with over 15 million social media followers.

#### ICE U

Founded in 2024, ICE U is a young and innovative Melbourne brand.
As Melbourne’s first creative Sichuan-style sesame sauce BBQ concept, ICE U combines traditional Sichuan flavors with modern dining experiences.
The brand focuses on fresh ingredients, interactive dining, and creating a unique food experience in Melbourne.

#### Jobpin AI

Jobpin AI is an AI-powered career development platform dedicated to transforming the job search experience.
Through advanced AI algorithms and data-driven solutions, Jobpin AI provides personalized job matching, resume optimization, cover letter generation, and referral services to help job seekers achieve more efficient and effective career development.

#### Haidilao Hotpot

Located on Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Haidilao Hotpot Emporium brings a vibrant hot pot experience to the heart of Melbourne.
Originating from Sichuan, China, Haidilao combines traditional hot pot culture with innovative service, premium ingredients, and an engaging dining atmosphere.

#### Amo Lumie

Amo Lumie creates emotional value through fragrance, connecting people with spaces and memories.
Inspired by the meaning of “love” and “light,” each candle represents warmth, comfort, and a sense of ritual in everyday life.

#### Yiyi Network (亿忆网)

Founded in 2006, Yiyi has become one of Australia’s largest Chinese-language platforms.
It provides comprehensive services and information for Chinese communities in Australia, including news, jobs, rentals, cars, second-hand markets, pets, and lifestyle services.
Yiyi aims to help overseas Chinese better understand Australia and improve their quality of life.
Community Partners

#### Melbourne Venture Club

Melbourne Venture Club aims to connect students with the world of entrepreneurship and investment.
As a non-profit student organization, it helps aspiring entrepreneurs and students develop investment knowledge, gain industry insights, and connect with professionals.

#### University of Melbourne Chinese Students & Scholars Association (CSSA)

Founded in 2003, the University of Melbourne Chinese Students & Scholars Association is one of the largest and most influential Chinese student organizations at the University of Melbourne.
CSSA is committed to supporting Chinese students and scholars through orientation programs, cultural activities, career development events, and community connections.

#### Monash Chinese Student Association (MCSA)

Established in 2000, MCSA is an officially recognized Chinese student organization at Monash University.
With over 15,000 registered members, MCSA provides student support, campus resources, cultural activities, and communication channels between students and external organizations.

#### RMIT Chinese Students & Scholars Association (RMIT CSSA)

Established in 1980, RMIT CSSA is a non-profit student organization dedicated to supporting Chinese students and scholars at RMIT.
The organization promotes cultural exchange, provides student support services, and organizes activities to enrich students’ university experience.
Enterprise Participation

#### 2026 S2 Melbourne Freshman Welcome Event

🚨 Partnership opportunities are closing soon!
Limited spots remaining!
If you would like to increase your brand exposure and connect with Melbourne’s international student community:
📧 Email: business@jiangren.com.au
📲 Contact us for partnership opportunities
Reserve your spot early and secure your participation!