Australia and Indonesia have finalised negotiations on an upgraded defence agreement which the federal government is hailing as the “most significant” pact the two countries have ever signed. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the announcement after sitting down with Indonesia’s Defence Minister and incoming president Prabowo Subianto in Canberra. The agreement is expected to facilitate more ambitious joint military exercised between the two countries. (ABC)

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    • The Katalis Podcast explores Jakarta’s booming lifestyle industry, led by young entrepreneurs redefining trends and emphasising brand authenticity, sustainability, and collaboration. The guests express optimism about Indonesia’s F&B and lifestyle sectors, highlighting opportunities for growth through partnerships, particularly with Australia. (IA-CEPA ECP Katalis) 
    • In this episode, Dr. Howie Manns and Dr. Jessica Kruk discuss the challenges of teaching Indonesian in Australia, highlighting the gap between government support and the realities faced by educators. They emphasize the need for creativity and collaboration in the absence of centralized resources, and introduce their new podcast, “Bloody Bagus,” aimed at providing materials that connect students with contemporary Indonesian culture through both formal and informal language learning. (Talking Indonesia)
    • Kenapa orang Indonesia sering panas dalam? Di episode Bahasa Indonesia Bersama Windah kali ini, kita akan membahas “panas dalam”, apa saja tanda-tandanya, dan cara mengobatinya. (Bahasa Indonesia Bersama Windah for intermediate Indonesian language learners)

    Events

    • 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 VIC – every Wednesday 5-7pm at Kathleen Syme Library & Community Centre.
      • NSW – Thursday at 6.30pm weekly at Darling Square.
    • AIYA FLEX! – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on Sunday at 4pm WIB/ 7pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
    • AIYA ACT hosts Weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia!
    • AIYA Jabar is hosting a “Workshop: How to Play Wayang Golek” on 31 Aug at the Bandung Creative Hub. Register here.
    • AIYA Jakarta Annual General Meeting will be held on 7 September online. The meeting is held to review the current committee period and to select the executive committee for the upcoming period. Follow for more here.
    • AIYA VIC is hosting an exciting webinar with Traveloka! Hear from Traveloka staff about what it’s like to work there, the company’s hiring process, and the current employment opportunities available in Indonesia and Australia. It will be held online on 13 Sept, 7-8pm AEST. Register here.
    • AIYA ACT’s Gamelan Sedulur Monco will be playing at ANU’s College of Asia and Pacific Immersia Cultural Festival at the Embassy of Indonesia, Canberra, on 21 Sept, 2-4pm. Stay tuned on instagram @aiya_act for more details!
    • AIYA NSW is hosting another Badminton Sports Day on 22 Sept 10-12pm at NBC Alexandra, following the success of their first one. It will be followed by an optional networking lunch!
    • The Australian National University’s Indonesia Project. Join the 41st Indonesia Update Conference, “How Jokowi Changed Indonesia,” on 13-14 Sept at ANU’s Coombs Lecture Theater, Fellows Road Acton, ACT 2601. Supported by ANU’s Department of Political and Social Change, the conference will explore Jokowi’s legacy. Take a look for detail here and register here to attend either in person or here virtually by zoom.
    • AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.

    Opportunities

    • NAILA has published their 2024 information pack! Take a look at their competition this year, including their sub-questions for each category and prize money here. Submission deadline 31 Aug 2024.
    • Nominations for the 2024 Australia-Indonesia Institute Awards are OPEN 😎 know someone who deserves the recognition of doing such great work in the Aus-Indo space? Nominate now here by 20 September.
    • IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Bandung (July 2024) and Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
    • Macquarie University is now open scholarship opportunities for all eligible students from ASEAN countries who commence their studies in 2024 and 2025. Special for chosen early acceptance scholarships will be valued at AUD $10,000 per year for the duration of your Bachelor’s or Master’s coursework degree (AUD $5,000 will be credited each session). Apply here. 
    • The International Internships’ ProBuddy program is now open. Want to be a mentor and a friend for an Australian university student so that they can comfortably adjust to life in Indonesia? Don’t miss the chance to grab more benefits and also the certificate on completion of the program. Apply here ASAP.
    • ANU is offering a course on introduction to Indonesia’s economy and policy environment. This is a chance to learn from world experts on the Indonesian economy in a two-day intensive course. More info here.
    • Australian Volunteers is temporarily suspending overseas placements but are continuing to support partner organisations through remote volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering in-country then check-out a range of opportunities here.
    • The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is opening various job opportunities. Check here.
      • DFAT has established the Emerging Markets Impact Investment Fund (EMIIF) which seeks to support development ideas across the Indo-Pacific region. If you have a bright development idea consider applying for support here.
    • Development Intelligent Lab is looking for Project Assistant. The primary purpose of this position is to support The Lab to implement its programme of activities and assist in the day-to-day running of the organisation. Fixed Term 12 Months. See here for more details.
    • 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
    • Join Prospera talents community and become a part of a thriving network of professionals like you! Sign up today by dropping your CV here and shape the future with Prospera!
      • Finance Officer – Application must be received by 5pm (Jakarta time), 14 August 2024. More information here
      • Operations Manager (Climate and Energy) – Application must be received by 5pm (Jakarta time), 22 August 2024, and kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. More information here
    • KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out here. KIAT works with its government partners across Indonesia to deliver a range of large and small projects to improve access to infrastructure for all Indonesians.
    • 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
    • PWC Corporate Tax internships based in Jakarta are now open. As an Intern / Trainee, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Apply for a talent pool here.
    • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities: Ruth Daroesman Graduate Study Grant, Student Research Grants, 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.
    • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organises 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 or 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.

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