Results for Water Safety Campaign Slogan and Graphic Design Competitions Announced

Results for Water Safety Campaign slogan and graphic design competitions announced

To further raise public awareness of water safety, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society (HKCLSS) jointly organised the annual Water Safety Campaign. The prize presentation ceremony of its slogan and graphic design competitions for primary and secondary school students was held at the Kowloon Park Arcade today (June 27).

Addressing the ceremony, LCSD Assistant Director (Leisure Services) Ms Fung Miu-ling said that the Department has long encouraged the elderly to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle. Swimming, as an excellent full-body exercise, has always been popular among senior citizens. She added that the theme of the two competitions this year is to promote the health benefits of swimming for the elderly and also to enhance their awareness of safety practices such as assessing their physical conditions, warming up before swimming, swimming within their abilities and cooling down afterwards.

The response to both competitions was enthusiastic, with more than 1300 participants in total. The standard of entries was high, fully demonstrating the creativity and artistic talents of the students. The organisers have used the winning slogans (in Chinese) and graphic designs from both sections to produce two posters for the Campaign.

Ms Fung took the opportunity to appeal to members of the public to take heed of water safety advice while enjoying swimming. LCSD staff will closely monitor weather conditions at outdoor public swimming pools and beaches and will make timely arrangements as necessary. Members of the public are advised to check the latest weather forecasts before planning to swim, and to avoid outdoor water sports activities during adverse weather conditions. She noted that when the services at LCSD outdoor water sports facilities are temporarily suspended due to thunderstorms, swimmers should remain calm and follow the advice and instructions of venue staff. They should leave the water immediately and move promptly to indoor or sheltered safe areas, and avoid open spaces to stay away from danger.

The LCSD thanked the HKCLSS for its continued efforts over the years in promoting and organising lifesaving training courses, professional examinations and sports competitions, as well as nurturing lifeguards. These efforts have enabled lifesaving services to be maintained at aquatic venues across the city to keep swimmers safe.

Game stalls were also set up today at the entrance lobby of the Kowloon Park Swimming Pool's spectator stands to promote water safety. In addition, winning entries of the two aforesaid competitions are now on display at the same location until July 8 and can also be viewed on the LCSD's webpages atwww.lcsd.gov.hk/en/swimhandbook/poster/index.html (graphic design competition) and www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/swimhandbook/slogan/index.html (Chinese slogan competition).

A prize presentation ceremony for the Water Safety Campaign 2026 slogan and graphic design competitions, jointly organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society, was held today (June 27). Photo shows members of the public participating in booth games promoting water safety. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

A prize presentation ceremony for the Water Safety Campaign 2026 slogan and graphic design competitions, jointly organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society, was held today (June 27). Photo shows the officiating guests and winners of the competitions. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

A prize presentation ceremony for the Water Safety Campaign 2026 slogan and graphic design competitions, jointly organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society, was held today (June 27). Photo shows LCSD Assistant Director (Leisure Services) Ms Fung Miu-ling addressing the ceremony to remind members of the public to take heed of water safety advice while swimming. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

A prize presentation ceremony for the Water Safety Campaign 2026 slogan and graphic design competitions, jointly organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society, was held today (June 27). Photo shows the champion of the secondary school section in the graphic design competition, Lau Chui-ying (left) with her winning entry, and the champion of the secondary school section in the Chinese slogan competition, Ling Xin (right). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

A prize presentation ceremony for the Water Safety Campaign 2026 slogan and graphic design competitions, jointly organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong China Life Saving Society, was held today (June 27). Photo shows the champion of the primary school section in the graphic design competition, Melissa Lee (right) with her winning entry, and the champion of the primary school section in the Chinese slogan competition, Lai Wai-ching (left). Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026

The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) held the “Police Recruitment Day 2026” today (June 28) at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground under the theme “Start Your New Chapter”. The event provided a one-stop platform for recruitment and selection, alongside a variety of experiential activities to enhance participants’ understanding of police work.

A new “Graduate Express” selection initiative was introduced at this year’s event. Final-year university students who met the entry requirements and had attained Level 4 or above in both Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination were eligible to participate in the on-site Probationary Inspector Extended Interview and Aptitude Test, thereby expediting the selection process.

A Police spokesman stated that, for the first time, this year’s Recruitment Day brought the Probationary Inspector Written Examination and Extended Interview, Police Constable Group Interview, and Physical Fitness Test into the community simultaneously, while digitalising the selection process to further facilitate applicants. The spokesperson said that the annual “Police University Recruitment Express” would visit campuses from September to October, and would, for the first time, accept applications from Year 2 students of four-year undergraduate programmes for the Probationary Inspector Written Examination. Candidates who pass the written examination can proceed to the remaining selection stages in their third year. Students who would be entering Year 2 or above at local universities this September are encouraged to stay informed about the Force’s latest recruitment initiatives and take part in the selection process.

New elements were introduced in this year’s Recruitment Day, including the “Fitness Challenge”, which tested participants’ physical strength, endurance, and determination; as well as the Police Band’s longest-in-distance outdoor musical parade. Various police units also set up interactive exhibitions to showcase the professionalism and diversity of police work.

The event received an enthusiastic response, with a record-high 1 028 applications, including 230 for Probationary Inspector, 747 for Police Constable, and 51 for Police Constable (Auxiliary). Applicants included students from local and overseas tertiary institutions, as well as working professionals.

The Force accepts job applications year-round. Persons who are interested in applying for the positions of Probationary Inspector, Police Constable or Police Constable (Auxiliary) may submit applications via the “HKPF Recruit” mobile application or online. For more information, please visit the Police recruitment webpage.

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

HKPF holds Police Recruitment Day 2026 Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases