Media Engagement Activities
The media is our important partner in disseminating news and communicating with the public. During the year, apart from continuing to hold media briefings and attend interviews, we participated in informative programmes organised by media to brief and share the projects that are of public concern, striving to enhance the Department’s image and deepen the public's understanding of our work. Key media activities in the year are highlighted in this chapter, including exchanges between the management and media, media interviews on DSD projects, work, and staff, as well as TV and radio informative programmes.
Exchanges between the Management and Media
Nov 2017
Media Interview with Mr. Edwin TONG Ka-hung, Director of Drainage Services
On 9 November 2017, Mr. Edwin TONG Ka-hung, Director of Drainage Services, attended media interview to present DSD's river revitalisation and risk-based pipe rehabilitation works, as well as the Relocation of Sha Tin Sewage Treatment Works (STSTW) to Caverns. The interview was published on 13 and 20 November 2017 respectively.
Mr. Edwin TONG, Director of Drainage Services, presenting DSD’s work to the media
Mar 2018
Annual Media Briefing
On 27 March 2018, DSD held the Annual Media Briefing to brief the media about the latest situation of its flood prevention and sewage treatment. A media tour to the Kai Tak River Improvement Works that was completed in 2018 was also arranged.
Media Interviews on DSD Projects and Work
May 2017
Media Interviews on Revitalisation of Tsui Ping River
On 2 May 2017, Ming Pao, Sing Tao Daily, South China Morning Post, Ta Kung Pao and Wen Wei Po interviewed Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer, and Mr. CHAN Hak-keung, Senior Engineer, regarding the Revitalisation of Tsui Ping River project. The interview was published on 8 May 2017.
Aug 2017
On 10 August 2017, Mr. CHAN Hak-keung, Senior Engineer, was interviewed by HK01 on the Revitalisation of Tsui Ping River project. The interview was published on 14 August 2017.
May 2017
Media Interview on the Drainage Master Plan Review Studies
On 29 May 2017, Ming Pao interviewed Mr. HO Yiu-kwong, then Chief Engineer, to learn more about DSD’s Drainage Master Plan Review Studies and flood prevention strategies. The interview was published on 5 June 2017.
Mr. HO Yiu-kwong (left), then Chief Engineer, presenting DSD's flood prevention strategies
Jun 2017
Media Interviews on Drainage Tunnels and Underground Stormwater Storage Tank
On 7 June 2017, the representatives of the Xinhua News Agency visited our Happy Valley Underground Stormwater Storage Tank and interviewed Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer, on the construction and operation of DSD’s drainage tunnels and stormwater storage tank. The interview was published on Xinhuanet on 12 June 2017.
Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer (first right), giving a briefing on the Happy Valley Underground Stormwater Storage Scheme
Aug 2017
On 18 August 2017, the representatives from Swiss newspaper Le Temps visited the site of the Happy Valley Underground Stormwater Storage Scheme (HVUSSS) for an interview, taking note of Hong Kong’s flood prevention strategies as well as the background and the sustainable design of HVUSSS. The interview was published on 25 September 2017.
Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer (left), explaining the structure and operation of HVUSSS
Sep 2017
On 12 September 2017, DSD was interviewed by HK01 on the operation of HVUSSS. The interview was published on 18 September 2017.
Ms. Priscilla YUEN Pui-shan , Engineer (right), outlining the operation of HVUSSS
Sep 2017
On 25 September 2017, Mr. Paul CHENG Po-yuen, Senior Engineer, gave an interview to Wen Wei Po on the daily operation and maintenance works of Hong Kong West Drainage Tunnel, Lai Chi Kok Drainage Tunnel and Tsuen Wan Drainage Tunnel. The interview was published on 3 October 2017.
Mr. Paul CHENG, Senior Engineer (right), presenting the stormwater interception concept to the reporter
Jan 2018
Media Interviews on Sewage Treatment Works Operation
On 10 January 2018, Ta Kung Pao interviewed Mr. Raymond TONG Yuen-fung, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, and Mr. Albert CHAN Ching-ho, Environmental Protection Officer, to understand the operation and environmental conservation measures of STSTW. The interview was published on 18 January 2018.
Mr. Raymond TONG, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer (left), presenting the sewage treatment process
Mr. Albert CHAN, Environmental Protection Officer (right), highlighting DSD's effort in promoting biodiversity conservation during the implementation of projects
Jan 2018
On 17 January 2018, Mr. Raymond TONG Yuen-fung, our Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, gave an interview to Hong Kong Commercial Daily about the daily operation of STSTW. The interview was published on 21 January 2018.
Mr. Raymond TONG, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer (left), at the interview with Hong Kong Commercial Daily
Dec 2017
Media Interview on Environmental Conservation
On 20 December 2017, Hong Kong Commercial Daily interviewed DSD on environmental conservation work and the ecological value of Yuen Long Bypass Floodway Engineered Wetland. The interview was published on 28 January 2018.
Mr. Albert CHAN Ching-ho, Environmental Protection Officer, giving the reporter a guided tour to Yuen Long Bypass Floodway Engineered Wetland
Jan 2018
Media Interview on Greening Works
On 11 January 2018, Information Services Department (ISD) visited STSTW and the planting nursery in Siu Ho Wan Sewage Treatment Works (SHWSTW) to learn about DSD’s landscaping and greening works at sewerage facilities. Mr. Stanley HOI Lok-him, Landscape Architect and Ms. Sandy TONG Chui-shan, then Landscape Architect, affirmed the Department’s commitment in promoting greening works, improving the environment and scenic value of sewage treatment works, and enhancing their ecological significance. The interview was broadcast on news.gov.hk on 21 January 2018.
Mr. Stanley HOI, Landscape Architect (first left), introducing the planting nursery in SHWSTW
Feb 2018
Media Interview on Renewable Energy
On 9 February 2018, Oriental Daily interviewed Mr. Barry NG Ka-wing, Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, at STSTW about DSD’s applications of renewable energy, including biogas and solar energy. The interview was published on 4 March 2018.
Mr. Barry NG, Electrical and Mechanical Engineer (right), presenting the renewable energies used by DSD and showing sludge used in the generation of electricity by biogas
Media Interviews on DSD's Colleagues
Jul 2017
Ms. CHU Wun-chau, Leading Sewerman
On 7 July 2017, Apple Daily, HK01, Ming Pao, Oriental Daily, Sing Pao, Sing Tao Daily, South China Morning Post, Tai Kung Pao and Wen Wei Po conducted an interview with Ms. CHU Wun-chau, our first ever female Leading Sewerman. Ms. CHU shared her work experience as well as the major duties of Direct Labour Force in DSD. The articles were published on 17 July 2017.
Ms. CHU Wun-chau, female Leading Sewerman, demonstrating drain cleansing with rattan tool
Nov 2017
Mr. Peter LAM Chun-fung, Landscape Architect
On 30 November 2017, Mr. Peter LAM Chun-fung, our Landscape Architect, gave an interview to HK01 sharing his daily work and beautification works at STSTW. The interview was published on 11 December 2017.
Mr. Peter LAM, Landscape Architect (left), sharing with the reporter the beautification works at STSTW
Jan 2018
Mr. Tim FAN Kam-shing, Technical Officer
On 12 January 2018, Mr. Tim FAN Kam-shing, Technical Officer, was interviewed by HK01 on the drawing works. New versus traditional methods of drawing were demonstrated as well. The interview was published on 26 January 2018.
Mr. Tim FAN, Technical Officer (right), presenting the plan drawing process
Jan 2018
Mr. Raymond TONG Yuen-fung, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, Mr. Daniel TANG Tin-wu, then Senior Chemist, Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer and Mr. Albert CHAN Ching-ho, Environmental Protection Officer
On 18 January 2018, Mr. Raymond TONG Yuen-fung, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer, Mr. Daniel TANG Tin-wu, then Senior Chemist, Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer, and Mr. Albert CHAN Ching-ho, Environmental Protection Officer, gave an interview to Sing Tao Daily about their daily work and spare-time interests activities. The interview was published on 26 and 27 January 2018.
Mr. Raymond TONG, Senior Electrical and Mechanical Engineer (second left), Mr. Daniel TANG, then Senior Chemist (second right), Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer (first left), and Mr. Albert CHAN, Environmental Protection Officer (first right), giving an overview of their daily work
Jan 2018
Mr. Andy FONG Wai-pang, Engineer
On 19 January 2018, Mr. Andy FONG Wai-pang, Engineer, gave an interview to Ming Pao and Sing Pao, expressing his work experience and feelings with DSD. The interview was published on 25 January 2018.
Mr. Andy FONG, Engineer (right), highlighting the challenges encountered during the implementation of sewerage and sewage treatment projects, and his work experience and feelings with DSD
Jan 2018
Mr. CHAN Siu-kee, Senior Electrical Inspector
On 22 January 2018, Mr. CHAN Siu-kee, Senior Electrical Inspector, was interviewed by Sing Pao on his 26-year working life at DSD and his spare-time interests. The interview was published on 25 January 2018.
Mr. CHAN Siu-kee, Senior Electrical Inspector, sharing his working life and experience as a former Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) referee
Feb 2018
Mr. Martin KWAN Chun-him Engineer and Ms. Rachael CHAN Yuen-sin, Civil Engineering Graduate
On 14 February 2018, Mr. Martin KWAN Chun-him, Engineer, and Ms. Rachael CHAN Yuen-sin, Civil Engineering Graduate, gave an interview to Ta Kung Pao and Wen Wei Po. During the interview, they introduced the 3-year Civil Engineering Graduate (CEG) training programme they joined and shared their career path planning and work experience with DSD. The interview was published on 23 February 2018.
Mr. Martin KWAN, Engineer (left), and Ms. Rachael CHAN, Civil Engineering Graduate introducing the 3-year CEG training programme they joined
Feb 2018
Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer
On 23 February 2018, Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer, gave an interview to Ming Pao about his job duties at DSD and the challenges encountered during the implementation of projects. He also shared his experience in becoming an engineer. The interview was published on 13 March 2018.
Mr. FUNG Chun-kong, Engineer (left), outlining his job duties in DSD, including preparation for the opening ceremony of Happy Valley Underground Stormwater Storage Tank
Participation in TV and Radio Informative Programmes
Apr 2017
Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Programme "Climate Watcher"
On 22 April 2017, "Climate Watcher", an informative programme broadcast by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Radio 1, interviewed Mr. HO Yiu-kwong, then Chief Engineer, on DSD’s works in combating climate change to understand DSD’s flood prevention strategies including flood interception, flood storage and drainage improvement as well as the sustainable concept of Sponge City. The interview was aired on the same day.
Mr. HO Yiu-kwong, then Chief Engineer (centre), explaining DSD’s strategies in combating climate change
May 2017
Teledifusão de Macau (TDM) TV Programme
On 5 May 2017, Mr. Jack WONG Tsz-chung, then Electrical & Mechanical Engineer, attended a TDM TV programme to give an overview of the sewage treatment situation and processes in Hong Kong, as well as DSD’s effort in environmental protection and community engagement. The interview was broadcast on 19 July 2017.
Mr. Jack WONG, then Electrical & Mechanical Engineer (first right), introducing the sewage treatment process to the host
Jul 2017
RTHK Radio Programme "Young Politician"
On 15 July 2017, Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer, gave an interview to "Young Politician", an informative programme of RTHK Radio 2, about DSD’s underground works for flood prevention, to inform the public of the flood prevention strategies in Hong Kong, as well as the operation and various environmentally friendly and energy-saving features adopted in HVUSSS. The interview was aired on 12 August 2017.
Mr. KAN Hon-shing, then Chief Engineer (centre), interviewed by RTHK Radio 2
Aug 2017
TVB Programme "A Closer Look"
On 24 August 2017, Mr. HO Yiu-kwong, then Chief Engineer, gave an interview to "A Closer Look", a news feature programme about our efforts in combating typhoon. The interview was broadcast on the same day.
Mr. HO Yiu-kwong, then Chief Engineer (first left), outlining DSD's specific typhoon measures
Sep 2017
TVB Programme "Pleasure and Leisure"
On 4 September 2017, Ms. Esther YUEN Ka-wai, then Senior Engineer, was interviewed by “Pleasure and Leisure” regarding the causes of flooding and typhoon measures. The interview was broadcast live on the same day.
Ms. Esther YUEN, then Senior Engineer (second left), interviewed by "Pleasure and Leisure"
Sep 2017
TVB Programme "Scoop"
On 13 September 2017, the "Scoop" programme crew visited and filmed the HVUSSS site to get a full picture of its operation. The interview was broadcast on 4 October 2017.
Ms. Priscilla YUEN Pui-shan, Engineer (right), explaining the operation of HVUSSS
