Southern District
Welcome Message from Mr. Francis CHENG, JP, District Officer (Southern)
Welcome to the Homepage of the Southern District Office.
Facing the Pacific Ocean, the Southern District is located on the southern part of Hong Kong Island. It is the largest of the four districts on the Island, measuring around 4000 hectares, and covers about half of the Island's area. The main locations, from East to West, include Big Wave Bay, Shek O, Tai Tam, Stanley, Chung Hom Kok, Repulse Bay, Wong Chuk Hang, Aberdeen, Ap Lei Chau and Pok Fu Lam. The population of the Southern District is about 280,000, some of whom live in private properties and villages. The rest live in public housing estates, such as Shek Pai Wan Estate and Wah Fu Estate.
With its strategic location and natural beauty, the Southern District is a popular tourist spot. Many of Hong Kong's famous beaches (e.g. Shek O, Deep Water Bay and Repulse Bay) are located in the district. The ever-popular Ocean Park can also be found here. In addition, with the Wong Chuk Hang business area and the Cyberport high-tech zone, the District can be described as a region that incorporates industry, technology and leisure.
The Southern District Office of the Home Affairs Department, which serves the residents of the District, is the Government's major instrument to implement the District Administration Scheme.
The District Administration Scheme, implemented since 1982, aims to achieve a more effective coordination of government activities in the provision of services and facilities at the district level to ensure that the Government is responsive to district needs and problems. It also promotes public participation in district affairs. Under the Scheme, the District Councils set up in the 18 districts of Hong Kong actively promote government initiatives by consulting public views, promoting community building, and monitoring the delivery of public services at the district level. On this premise, the Southern District Council Secretariat of the Southern District Office provides support to the Council to help members discharge their duties.
To further strengthen the role of the District Councils, a District Facilities Management Committee under each District Council has been set up since early 2008 to steer and oversee the management of some district facilities including libraries, community halls, leisure grounds, sports venues and swimming pools. The Southern District Office endeavours to render every assistance in support of the operation of the District Facilities Management Committee so that the facilities in the district would meet the needs of residents.
Apart from district administration, the Southern District Office spares no effort in promoting cultural and recreational activities within the District. With the consistent cooperation of various organisations and bodies, the Southern District Office has organised or co-organised a variety of activities to improve the quality of life of local residents.
Whether you live or work in the Southern District, it is your community and an integral part of your life. I hope these web pages will enhance your understanding of the work of the Southern District Office in local affairs, and enhance your sense that the District is here to serve you.
I encourage you to participate in the development of the Southern District, and make it an even better place!
Organisation Chart (Southern District Office)
District Officer
Assistant District Officer
Senior Executive Officer
(District Council)
Senior Executive Officer
(District Management)
Senior Liaison Officer (1)
Senior Liaison Officer (2)
District Officer
Assistant District Officer
Senior Executive Officer
(District Council)
Senior Executive Officer
(District Management)
Senior Liaison Officer (1)
Senior Liaison Officer (2)
Profile (Southern District)
Located on the southern part of Hong Kong Island, the Southern District occupies the largest area among the four districts on the Island. Apart from its breathtaking sights and lovely beaches, the District's blend of East and West also makes it a hot spot for local and foreign tourists alike.
Attractions in the Southern District are varied and many, among which include the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter with the ambience of a traditional fishing port, and the Western-flavoured Repulse Bay. Besides, various traditional events are held in the District, such as dragon boat races and the decennial Tai Ping Ching Chiu or Feast for the Dead. So, when visiting the Southern District next time, please do not forget to admire the District's unique characteristics.
Committees (Southern District)
Community Involvement Programme
District Activities (Southern District)
- Gala Celebrations of the National Day for the Elderly in the Southern District East Area
- Love in Action for the Elderly in the Southern District North Area in Celebration of the National Day 2024
- Southern District West Area Committee Tea Gathering in Celebration of the National Day and for Promotion of Chinese Culture
- Southern District Fire Safety Education Day cum Fire Station Open Day in Celebration of the National Day
- Southern District Building Management Seminar 2024
- Southern District Building Management Seminar 2024
- The Sound of Youth –"Do-Re-Me" anti-drug Christmas Community Music Festival
- Push Away All The Frauds- Career Self-Protection Project
- Opening Ceremony for the Exhibition of Historical Photos of the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter
Programme Highlights (Southern District)
- Project stand - stay together and no drugs
- Smart Up
- Celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China - The Joy of Well-being
- "Be smart" to prevent online Romance/Nude Chat Scams
- "Be Smart" Anti-Deception Youth Program
Related Links (Southern District)
Contact Us (Southern District)
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