Indonesia will impose import tariffs of up to 200 percent on Chinese goods to protect local MSMEs from oversupply caused by the US-China trade war. The new tariffs aim to support domestic industries and address issues from previous import controls. (ANTARA News)

In the News

  • Indonesia shows efforts to accelerate milk production by importing 1,573 pregnant dairy cows from Australia. These pregnant cows are expected to boost local milk supply and enhance dairy farming productivity in Indonesia. (Majalah Hortus)
  • Merianti, a former Indonesian bank employee, shares her experience working as a fruit picker in Australia under the Working Holiday Visa program, earning up to Rp300,000 per hour while exploring new cultural and economic opportunities. Read here. (Kompas)
  • Trade Minister Budi Santoso established cooperation with Global Australian Halal Certification (GAHC) to boost exports of Indonesian halal products to Australia. Read here. (Antara News)
  • Formula 1 current title leader Oscar Piastri’s final qualifying lap at the Austrian GP was ruined by a late yellow flag, forcing him to start third behind teammate Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc. Despite the setback, the Australian driver remains confident about his race prospects. Read here. (Motorsport)
  • Rising freight and logistics costs are straining Australia’s food supply chain, affecting farmers and remote communities with delays and higher prices. Experts call for better infrastructure, sustainable transport, and government support to improve supply chain resilience. (ABC News)
  • Edward (Ted) and Donald Both were pioneering Australian inventors from South Australia who made significant contributions to medical technology in the mid-20th century. Their notable inventions include a low-cost portable iron lung (the Both Respirator) that helped combat the polio epidemic, the first direct-writing electrocardiograph for instant diagnosis, and early communication devices; Ted Both earned the nickname “Edison of Australia” and was awarded an OBE in 1941 for his work. Read here. (ABC News)
  • A recent Salvation Army report reveals that many Australians are struggling without basic necessities such as heating, hygiene products, and healthcare due to severe financial hardship and the rising cost of living. The report highlights widespread food insecurity, housing stress, and limited access to medical care, with many forced to skip meals, go without essential items, or rely on emergency relief services to survive. (Sky News)

On the Blog

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!
  • The Sydney Cyber Security Conference takes place on July 3 at Hilton Sydney, featuring industry experts discussing the latest trends and challenges in cybersecurity. Click here to register!
  • The Social Impact Summit, held July 2 to 3 at Aerial UTS in Sydney, gathers leaders to discuss purpose-driven advisory and brand storytelling for social change. Click here for more info!
  • Indonesia Council University of Melbourne Open Conference 2025, Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence, 7 – 10 July 2025. Click here for more info!
  • AIYA SA is hosting cultural nights on the last Friday of every month. Click here for more information or here to register.
  • NAILA is back! Get ready for another exciting year of celebrating Australia-Indonesia language excellence! This is your moment to show off your Indonesian language skills and compete for prestigious awards and up to $1500 in prizes! Check this information!

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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.

  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • Jakarta Facilitated Placements -Apply now to join a group of young Australian professionals undertaking an exceptional four-week business placement experience in Jakarta from 22 September – 17 October 2025. Applications must be submitted by 5pm Monday 7 July 2025. Click here for more information
  • AIYEP applications have opened for 2025! The Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents aged 21-25. Apply here or visit the website for more information.
  • AIYEP 2025 host Organisation Expression of Interest. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 -For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • PROSPERA is looking for s a highly motivated intern to support its Knowledge, Performance, and Learning (KPL) team in undertaking knowledge management, monitoring, and evaluation. Application must be received by 5pm (Jakarta time), 2 July 2025. 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 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.
  • 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.