The House of History – Dr Kee Beng Ooi

‘Shared History of Penang and Adelaide’ presented by Dr Kee Beng Ooi

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The Don Dunstan Foundation is proud to support a lecture about the opportunities presented by the shared history of Penang, Malaysia, and Adelaide. Join Dato Dr Kee Beng Ooi, Executive Director of the Penang Institute, and Dr Jane Lomax-Smith, Lord Mayor and chairperson of the Don Dunstan Foundation. In 1973, Premier Don Dunstan suggested the council consider a sister city relationship between Adelaide and Penang’s capital George Town.  It was a natural connection – George Town was founded in 1786 by Captain Francis Light. 50 years later Adelaide was founded by his son, Colonel William Light. Join us to explore these connections through the eyes of a skilled historian and thinker.

Presented by National Trust of South Australia, History Trust of South Australia, & Ayers House Function Centre

Presentation time: Monday, 12 May 2025, 6:o0pm
Presentation duration: 90 mins

 

Image: Dr Kee Beng Ooi, 2024, Don Dunstan Foundation