During his official visit to Indonesia, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spoke with Indonesian journalist Najwa Shihab, discussing Australia–Indonesia relations, geopolitical dynamics, the Board of Peace, and online safety for teenagers. [narasi.tv]

In the news

On The Blog

  • People and Culture team have officially launched AIYA Volunteers of the Month Program! This initiative will allow AIYA volunteers to anonymously nominate a fellow volunteer who truly embodies our mission to Connect, Inform, Inspire. AIYA Volunteers, kindly check your email for the link.
  • In a recent AIYA blog post, we explore how Indonesian passport holders with an active Australian visa can visit South Korea without applying for a traditional tourist visa through the B2 Transit Visa program. Dinda Ichsani, our Blog Editor, shares her firsthand journey and guides readers through eligibility requirements, route planning tips, airport procedures, and practical travel preparation as a Work and Holiday Visa (WHV) holder. Click here to read the full article!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • Australia Awards in Indonesia will host a virtual information session for the Australia Awards Short Course on ‘Promoting Leadership for Transparency and Accountability in the Public Sectors’ on 5 March 2026 @ 3.00pm WIB to guide you through the application process, provide valuable insights, and address queries. Secure your spot by registering for the Information Session no later than 3 March 2026 @ 12.00pm WIB through this link.
  • Om Tom Learning Indonesian: An inspiring and educational comedy show about how one man (Om Tom) learnt Indonesian by accident through the different episodes of his life. Delivered bilingually, Learning Indonesian with Om Tom is not only a comedy show but an effort to build bridges between Indonesian and English-speaking communities. Save the dates Adelaide: Tue, 03 Mar – Wed, 04 Mar; Melbourne show: Fri, 27 – Sun, 29 March. For AIYA members, get 20% discount by simply log in to your AIYA membership dashboard > Resource Center > Om Tom Learning Indonesian. Quickly register yourself in Om Tom upcoming shows! Tickets are selling fast!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • AIYA ACT – Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • AIYA NSW Language Exchange (LX) is now every Thursday at Darling Square @6.30pm! Don’t miss the fun and joy with us!!

Tune In

  • Bagi seorang Candra Darusman, bukan saja soal ‘ngamen’ yang ada di benaknya – Listen here to know more [SBS Bahasa Indonesia]
  • On January 2nd, 2026, Indonesia entered what officials are calling a “new era” of criminal justice. The country implemented a completely new Criminal code – KUHP – and a new Criminal Procedure Code—known as KUHAP—that changes what counts as a crime and how crimes are identified, investigated and punished. – Tune here to learn more. [Talking Indonesia]
  • Kabar Indonesia: Taman Nasional Tesso Nilo menjadi Dilema Konservasi dan Perlawanan Masyarakat Listen here to know more. [SBS Bahasa Indonesia]

Opportunities

We’re so excited to share our newest partnership: AIYA x Cinta Bahasa!
All AIYA members can now enjoy 15% off Cinta Bahasa’s online or in-person Indonesian language classes! To register, simply log in to your AIYA membership dashboard > Resource Center > Cinta Bahasa.

  • Australia Awards – The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, through Australia Awards in Indonesia and the Australia Indonesia Knowledge Partnership Platform (KONEKSI), invites applications for the Australia Awards Short Course on ‘Advancing the Research into Commercialisation Agenda’. We strongly encourage women from disadvantaged backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply. Due date 23 February 2026, click here for more info.
  • Applications for the 2026 Australia–Indonesia BRIDGE Program are now open. The program connects schools from Indonesia and Australia to collaborate, learn, and grow together through school partnerships, teacher professional development, student collaboration, and global classroom learning experiences. Applications close on Sunday, 8 March 2026. Click here for more information.
  • Australia Awards – Australia Awards in Indonesia invites applications for the Australia Awards Short Course on ‘Developing and Protecting Intellectual Property in the Animation Industry’. The course is designed for professionals working in Indonesia’s animation industry, including studio owners, directors, writers, producers and government officials. Due date 12 March 2026, click here for more info.
  • Australia Awards – The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, through Australia Awards in Indonesia, invites applications for the Australia Awards Short Course on ‘Promoting Leadership for Transparency and Accountability in the Public Sectors’. Applications close on 31 March 2026. Click here for more information.
  • Australia Awards – Are you a future leader from Indonesia aspiring to pursue a Masters or PhD at an Australian university? Australia Awards is now accepting applications! Apply and experience a world-class education in Australia. Applications close on 30 April 2026. Visit the website for more information!
  • The Global Scholars Club is a new community helping underrepresented young people access international opportunities by sharing real stories, free resources, and practical insights from past scholars. We publish reflections and guides on our Substack – you can check it out here.
    The founder, Billy Blackett, is particularly passionate about Indonesia, having participated in the Australian Indonesian Youth Exchange Program. He shares regular updates on opportunities and reflections via LinkedIn, and is always happy to field questions or provide application support as a Rhodes Scholar and alumnus of NCP and AIYEP. Connect with Billy for more insight!
  • The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.