Our webhost changed ownership recently, causing several major technical problems. I've finally successfully fixed these vexing and stubborn problems on Lamma.com.hk over many tricky hours of AI-assisted problem solving. For the first time ever, I got some nice compliments from the Copilot AI:

"Lamma-Gung — YES. This is exactly the outcome we were fighting toward, and you absolutely nailed the final step yourself.

Let me reflect back what you just achieved, because it’s genuinely impressive. Full success — and you solved it cleanly.

You solved a multi‑layer hosting + DNS + legacy‑HTML problem that would stump most professionals."

✅ SSL status for Lamma.com.hk (current, real condition)

✔ Your SSL certificate is installed
✔ It is valid
✔ It is trusted by browsers
✔ HTTPS loads correctly in Edge, Chrome, Safari
✔ No browser warnings
✔ No webhost default certificate
✔ No mixed‑content blocking
✔ No redirect loops
✔ No DNS issues remaining

Your domain is now behaving exactly like a properly configured HTTPS site."

July 3:  Summer Fun & Island Buzz!

July 2:  Glorious July Sunsets

HK Special Administrative Region Establishment Day sunset yesterday! Many more to come this month!

July 1:  Francis' Blog

"Francis Cheng, Managing Director of Hong Kong Electric, today (1 July 2026) updated his quarterly blog, Sweet Potato Page, with an article entitled ‘Maintaining Stability Amid Change, Shaping the Future Through Heritage’. Key excerpts are as follows:

Whenever major celebrations or events such as the anniversary of the handover take place, HK Electric’s engineering teams work meticulously behind the scenes to ensure the maintenance of our world-class power supply reliability.

In the face of the fuel crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East and the supply shortfalls resulting from ‘force majeure’ circumstances caused by the hostilities, we would like to extend our special thanks to the Group Commercial Division, which has recently largely completed the procurement of fuel required for the entire year.

In response to rising fuel costs, we are promoting energy conservation and emissions reduction through the ‘Smart Energy Saving Scheme’, and from August onwards, we will be rolling out a ‘Special Electricity Charge Subsidy’ for three consecutive months, covering approximately half of our residential customers.

The ‘Lamma Winds Power Station’ completed its mission in May this year, having contributed to the development of renewable energy in Hong Kong.

Having worked at the Lamma Power Station for over 35 years, I am delighted to see it mark its 45th anniversary next year, with the site having fostered a rich ecosystem and gradually established biodiversity."

Blog by Francis Cheng, MD of HK Electric: 'Sweet Potato Page'

June 28:  Archive!

Lamma-zine Archive (AI-decorated to illustrate the ancient, overgrown nature of 24 years of archival content)

June 27:  Lamma Safari - Seeds, Snails, Smiles, Spiders, Sterculias, Stilts and Storms!

Ewa Wilkinson: "When you think your Sunday might be spent on tortuous accounting, but instead friends brave the the summer heat and pay you a visit!

Lamma Safari - Seeds, Snails, Smiles, Spiders, Sterculias, Stilts and Storms!"

Having AI make a "social-media-ready" poster from Ewa's photos above:

June 26:  Special Electricity Subsidy

HK Electric Announces "Special Electricity Subsidy"

"In light of the recent surge in international fuel prices amid tensions in the Middle East, HK Electric's monthly Fuel Clause Charge (FCC) has been under significant upward pressure.

To help alleviate the resulting impact on household electricity expenses, HK Electric today announced a three-month 'Special Electricity Subsidy' from August to October 2026 to eligible households.

Residential customers with monthly electricity consumption of 450 units or below will receive a subsidy of 8 cents per unit.

A HK Electric spokesperson noted that the subsidy is fully funded by HK Electric Smart Power Care Fund and is expected to benefit around half of its residential customers.

International fuel prices have risen sharply in recent months, driving up the monthly FCC and adding to household expenses. HK Electric hopes the introduction of the subsidy will help ease the burden of energy costs and provide timely support to its customers."

June 25:  International Women in Engineering Day

"'I really enjoy turning blueprints into real power generation units! When the first gas unit I was responsible for was completed, seeing the turbine rotor turn for the first time with my own eyes gave me goosebumps!'

Joey, Senior Project Engineer in HK Electric's Engineering & Construction Department, believes that this sense of accomplishment and mission is the most irreplaceable satisfaction for engineers on the front line!

Starting as a summer intern, officially joining HK Electric as a trainee engineer 15 years ago, to her current role, Joey’s career path shows how an engineering student can grow into a key player driving Hong Kong’s core infrastructure development.

Over the years, Joey never let being a woman hold her back. She has insisted on staying at the forefront of engineering at the Lamma Power Station, participating in the construction of four gas power units! From being the "junior trainee" to leading her own team as the "team leader".

As a senior project engineer, she hopes to pass on her experience wholeheartedly to younger engineers. 'Teaching doesn’t necessarily mean staying in the office. Demonstrating on site is way more practical, persuasive, and also more heartfelt!'"

June 20:  Annie, Safety and Training Engineer

International Women Engineers Day
HK Electric's Double Pride (Annie & Joey)

"'Working in places like power plant units or factories, where machinery is everywhere, the environment is quite challenging. You need a 'safety line', so that everyone entering the site can complete their tasks safely and confidently — and I am willing to be the one who guards this line!'

Annie, a Safety and Training Engineer in HK Electric's Power Generation Division, plays a key role in ensuring engineering safety. She strictly oversees every procedure to make sure all steps meet safety standards, without compromise! Because safety is never just a slogan, it’s an important promise!

Before joining HK Electric, Annie worked in administration, but she never dreamed of a "skirt-and-chair" lifestyle. By chance, she got involved in the field of occupational safety; combined with her family’s experience of work-related injuries, it gave her a deep personal connection to the meaning of 'safety,' and she resolutely stepped into the frontlines of engineering!

Currently, Annie is one of HK Electric’s 7 registered safety auditors. She encourages girls interested in engineering to boldly chase their dreams: 'There are many types of engineering roles, including operations and maintenance, environmental, chemical, safety, construction, and planning. As long as you’re willing to learn and take on challenges, anyone — male or female — can find their own stage in engineering!'"

Chinese version...

June 19:  Best Indian Food?

The competition between Indian restaurants seems to be heating up! Considering that there are at least 3 more local places offering Indian food - Bombay, Asian Spoon and the temporarily-closed Waterfront - all of them serving my favourite Thali platter and many Indian dishes, this banner at the beginning of YSW Main Street is quite the boast!
I need to investigate this bold claim. It'll be fun... and delicious!

June 18:  Promote Sustainable Ecology on Lamma

"More than 70 guests, including representatives of the participating green groups, local community members, teachers and students from Northern Lamma School, and HK Electric volunteers, join the launching ceremony of 'The Covenant of Mountains and Seas' initiative."

HK Electric Launches "The Covenant of Mountains and Seas" Initiative, partners with Green Groups to Promote Sustainable Ecology on Lamma

"HK Electric has marked its 15th consecutive year of supporting the United Nations World Environment Day, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development. In line with this year’s theme, “Climate Action”, the Company has launched “The Covenant of Mountains and Seas” initiative to advance conservation efforts across both terrestrial and marine environments on Lamma Island.

The initiative will be implemented over the coming year in partnership with local green groups, with the support of over 100 members of the HK Electric Volunteers Team. HK Electric also plans to install artificial bird nests at Lamma Power Station to enhance biodiversity and strengthen the island’s climate resilience.

HK Electric Managing Director Mr. Francis C. Y. Cheng officiated at the launching ceremony today (5 June) at Lamma Power Station, together with the Chairpersons of the Lamma Island (North) and Lamma Island (South) Rural Committees.

The event was attended by representatives of the partnering green groups — The Conservancy Association, The Green Earth and Life Jungle — as well as local community members, over 50 teachers and students from Northern Lamma School, and HK Electric volunteers."

June 17:  HK Electric Infos

Click above, then scroll down on the HK Electric home page

June 14:  Tony the Coffee Guy

We love these cups from "Tony the Coffee Guy" who's specialising in selling only really nice hot/cold coffee in the mornings from the Spanish rest. counter when the rest. is still closed.

After enjoying my coffee, I've been reminiscing with the regular patron with the unmissable, distinctive trademark laugh, audible far along YSW Main Street (in the background) about our "Lamma forum" days.

He posted there frequently when I administered and co-moderated the forum in the pre-Facebook/social media days.

The forum is still online (login or registration required to make it available) but sleeping now, archived for "historical" purposes.
It's a real insight into Lamma and its often very quirky characters in the early 2,000s.

June 13:  Worth Visiting?

"Lamma Island in Hong Kong: Is It Worth Visiting?

Why Is Lamma Island So Popular?
Is Lamma Island Worth Visiting for First-Time Travelers?
What Should You Actually Do on Lamma Island?
What Does Lamma Island Actually Feel Like?
How Is Lamma Island Different from Stanley?
How Much Time Do You Need on Lamma Island?
Is Lamma Island Hard to Visit?

When Is the Best Time to Visit Lamma Island?
Ferries, Timing, and Practical Entry Tips
What Pairs Well with Lamma Island?
Who Is Lamma Island Best For?
Should You Prioritize Lamma Island?
FAQ About Lamma Island"

June 12:  Comedy Nights Return to Lamma

"Asian Spoon's First Ever Comedy Night!

Get ready to laugh until it hurts!
Join us for a riotous evening featuring 4 top comedians from Hong Kong — plus a delicious buffet dinner and drinks."

June 11:  Solar Rooftops in Sok Kwu Wan

An interactive 360-degree photo bubble, shot from a drone flying high over SKW harbour. Move around in any direction and zoom in on specific points of interest.

For example, notice the many solar cells on rooftops in this touristy fishing village full of seafood restaurants:

June 10:  Fisherman in the Fishermen's Village

"Fisherman Fung Siu-shing prepares his net in Yung Shue Wan, Lamma Island, before venturing out to sea in 1989.
Photo: SCMP Archives"

This B/W photo is very nice, but a bit of colour added might be even nicer, using Nick the Bookman's motto of "Psychedelic as Hell":