King Fong's Story

[douglaslam]

King Fong is perhaps the best known identity in Sydney's Chinatown. This is a radio interview he gave three years ago. He is a living link to the old days, and his knowledge of Sydney's Chinatown and its anecdotes is a treasure trove to those who are interested in our unique social history.

I know King for almost as long as I have been in Australia. In a way, I am also indebted to him.

King is a very articulate speaker, it is a pleasure and a learning experience to listen to him talking about what life was like in his youth.

www.abc.net.au/rn/verbatim/haveyoursay/

[helen]

Thanks for that Douglas - a nice story of a young man made good.

[douglaslam]

Hi Helen,

Count me as one of your many fans. I always look forward to your contributions to the Forum. I read each one through, and follow the links. The latest on Appo Hocton is no exception. In fact, I posted a short comment on the article. There are few people who can match you in terms of enthusiasm and knowledge of Chinese settlement in NZ.

You are a true Kiwi and a proud daughter of Zeng Cheng. Keep up the good work.

Douglas

[helen]

Hi Douglas - i missed this post. It's always good to have other family stories as well - just shows that every Chinese man who left their native land ended up with the same experiences that we can all relate to.

[mugenpower168]

Interview with Mr King Fong.
www.executive-lifecoaching.com/publications/books/fathers_and_sons/pdf/King_Fong.pdf

[helen]

Thank you for this mugenpower

[mugenpower168]

You're welcome. Here is a link to an audio interview with him.
www.abc.net.au/rn/verbatim/stories/2006/1653017.htm