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Alex Greene · 03 November 2026

Working remotely from HK for a US employer - how do people handle it?

I moved to Hong Kong this year and my US employer wants me to keep working remotely from here full time. For anyone who has done this - did your company put you on a local contract, or did you sort...

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FZR · 28 October 2026

TREVOR NOAH EVENT - tickets wanted

Does anyone have tickets for Trevor Noah's show tomorrow (Oct 29th), is suddenly unable to make it, and would like to pass on their tickets? I am looking for at least 2 together. Look forward to...

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Alfred · 26 October 2026

Gardening Services on Offer

**Your Garden Called. It Wants a Little Love.** Does your hedge look like it's auditioning for a jungle documentary? Are your plants sending out SOS signals with droopy leaves? Before things get...

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Tayo · 20 October 2026

General, Lifestyle, Property (or Business/Jobs if available).

Let’s be brutally honest for a second. If you are freelancing, running a side hustle, or starting a small business in Hong Kong, you are navigating a minefield. I’ve spent years building digital...

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jonah li · 19 October 2026

anyone need chinese tutor or online assistant

i am from mainland china, not in hongkong now,i have bachelor degree in physics, but now i am a full time mom,i need part time remote job.you can email me for details

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International Language Centre · 17 October 2026

Master Workplace Communication with a professional english language course

Strengthen workplace communication with a professional english language course designed for practical use. international-lan.com offers certified tutors, small classes, and flexible schedules in...

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Sym in Hong Kong · 11 October 2026

Cantonese, Mandarin & Japanese Lessons 🇭🇰🇨🇳🇯🇵

Hi everyone! I am a final-year undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, with a one-year exchange experience in Japan. I am a native Cantonese speaker,...

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tonyytony · 28 September 2026

Two native English speakers wanted: try our AI Customer Service in Kwun Tong (fried chicken + Pen)

Hi everyone, We are a small Hong Kong software team (TigerGroup, OpenCart specialists) with an office in Kwun Tong. We have built an AI Customer Service assistant for online shops, and before we...

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Jackie Chen · 28 September 2026

Any recommendations for SEO, GEO or AI SEO agencies in Hong Kong?

Interested in agencies that understand the Hong Kong market and work with both English and Traditional Chinese websites. Beyond Google rankings, I’d like to hear about their approach to GEO...

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Daryl Wong · 06 September 2026

Inline Hockey League of Hong Kong - Accepting 2026-27 Season Registrations Now!

InHLHK is a brand new Official Inline Hockey League of Hong Kong. Games are played on Monday nights at YMCA King's Park Centenary Centre in Jordan. All skill levels are welcome! Inline/ Ice skating...

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Jaron · 03 September 2026

CELTA-Certified Business English & IELTS Teacher - In-person or Online Lessons

Hi there, I'm currently looking for students interested in Business English or IELTS exam prep. My experience includes 5 years of teaching in local and international Hong Kong schools, as well as 5...

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liqingjijonah · 02 September 2026

online personal assistant

i am a personal assistant , graduated in 2012 in physics,i worked as personal assistant since 2012, not office job,but freelanc personal assistant. i am chinese woman, i can offer mandarin class...

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Keith Fong · 24 August 2026

Ice Hockey

For those that are looking to play Ice Hockey in Hong Kong, the 2026-27 season is about to start. There are several leagues (Men, Women and Youth) that you can join. Registration for all the...

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SEEY Company Limited · 21 August 2026

Looking for Passionate IELTS Teachers (ONLINE)

We are seeking dedicated IELTS Teachers to guide our students—primarily from Hong Kong and Mainland China—toward achieving their target scores. Whether you are an experienced tutor or an...

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Tom Wood · 18 August 2026

Second hand appliance buyers

Just wondering if anyone knows a place that will buy second hand appliances, namely a fridge. Are there second hand shops around that will buy? Thanks in advance

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SL · 04 August 2026

Freelance Designer & Illustrator

Have you got a project and seeking creative design assistance? I’m available! Multiple years experience in creative art direction, bespoke artwork, design and illustration. Projects have ranged...

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Luke · 04 August 2026

Looking for a tutor

I am a parent looking for a qualified English tutor for my child who can provide in-person tutoring. If you are interested, please contact me at 852 5362 0518

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Nathan Yau · 04 August 2026

🍎 Professional Profile: NET Teaching Assistant (NETTA)

👋 Hello! I am Nathan, a dedicated and warm Native-English-Speaking Teaching Assistant with over 11 years of international experience supporting children across the UK, Australia, and elite private...

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Calvin · 26 July 2026

Montessori Music Learning App for Children Aged 2-10

Hi there - My wife and I recently launched MontiMusic (www.montimusic.com), a Montessori-inspired music app designed for children aged 2-10. As parents of a 3-year-old, we first discovered the...

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liqingjijonah · 25 July 2026

anyone need a virtual assistant?

i have a bachelor degree in physics, 39yo.chinese female.i worked as american businessmens personal assistant since 2012, i am looking for virtual assistant job, no matter location, the job can be...

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Antoine Thiedot · 14 July 2026

Looking for local participants: The experience of workplace conflict resolution in foreign and familiar environments, France-Hong Kong

Are you a HongKongese employee working with a local company? Your experience with conflict management matters to me! As part of a postgraduate research project which focuses on the cultural...

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Khurram Shamim · 12 July 2026

Online AI & Python Course for Kids & Teens (Ages 10–18)

Salam I am offering an online Artificial Intelligence (AI) course for children and teenagers (Ages 10 to 18). This course is designed to help students build future-ready skills in a fun and...

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Andrew F · 03 July 2026

CELTA Qualified Tutor

Give your child an international academic advantage. I am a native English speaker, UK university graduate, and international school alumnus with a corporate banking background. I provide elite,...

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Nathan Yau · 02 July 2026

British-born HK Permanent Resident | Recently returned from the UK & Europe | Fluent English & Cantonese | Clean HK License (Classes 1 & 2) | Zero accidents | Newborn to teens | No visa sponsorship needed | CNCC + SCRC available

I am a trained childcare professional first, and a driver second. After several years working with families across the UK and Europe, I have returned to Hong Kong to bring my combined expertise to...

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Viraj M · 18 June 2026

Looking for a personal assistant

We are looking to hire a reliable and experienced Personal Assistant to support an UHNW family. Key responsibilities include: Calendar and schedule management Handling personal expenses, petty...

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liqingjijonah · 18 June 2026

i am a virtual assistant and mandarin tutor

i am a single.mom, 39yo. bachelor degree in.physics, i graduated long time ago, always working as personal assistant in shanghai and other cities, but after i had my daughter, i have to stay home...

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A Cheung · 12 May 2026

Crossroad Foundation Volunteer

I wanted to start volunteering in Hong Kong, so I checked out Time Auction — and wow, there are so many NGOs and roles to choose from! That’s how I found Crossroads Foundation in Gold Coast. They...

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M L Wong · 12 May 2026

Seeking Personal Assistant

I am interested in the thread titled "Seeking Personal Assistant" from 3 May 26. I am a Hong Konger, planning to retire. I want to see if anything I can do to keep myself up to date. I am new to...

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Chelsea · 11 May 2026

Fun extracurriculum activity for children aged 6-7 in HK

Do you want to give your child a special research experience at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology? We are now looking for children aged 6-7 to join our eye-tracking study in ABC lab....

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Indra · 10 May 2026

Job opportunity in HK

Hi, I am looking for job opportunities in Hong Kong. My experience is in public relations, marketing, event planning, project management and data analytics. I would love to work remotely.

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