Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto received an official visit from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Lima, Peru, on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The meeting provided an opportunity for both leaders to strengthen diplomatic ties and cooperation in various strategic areas. During the meeting, Albanese commended Prabowo’s proactive approach to global diplomacy, particularly his inaugural visits to China and the United States. He expressed his aspiration to deepen the Indonesia-Australia partnership, focusing on key areas such as agriculture, education, and healthcare..

In the News

• Trade and the potential impact of an upcoming Donald Trump presidency are dominating discussions at an economic forum of world leaders. Mr Albanese said he had a good discussion with his Indonesian counterpart during their first meeting since the president’s inauguration, discussing what a Trump presidency would mean for the world. (Port Macquarie News)
• Indonesia’s new president wants to reduce the nation’s reliance on food imports. Australia exports significant volumes of wheat, red meat and live cattle to Indonesia every year. (ABC News)
• The Indonesian and Australian militaries began joint combat drills off Indonesia’s main island of Java on Wednesday with about 2,000 troops training in air, maritime, amphibious and land operations. The four-day Keris Woomera 2024 exercise highlighted the cooperation between the countries strengthened by the recent signing of the Australia-Indonesia Defense Cooperation Agreement.(Associated Press)

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 FLEX! – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on Sunday at 3pm WIB/ 7pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
• AIYA ACT is hosting an Indonesian Cooking Class on Wednesday 20th November at 6pm with Tante Avi, who will be teaching us how to make ketoprak, a Jakarta street food favourite. This dish is vegetarian and vegan-friendly, and simple to make in your own home. Tante Avi is a renowned Indonesian cook in Canberra, and will be walking us through the history, ingredients, and authentic method of making ketoprak. Ayo makan dan belajar budaya makanan Indonesia bersama! Register here, limited spots available. 
• Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to Gen A | Chronicling Asia from Australia’s Perspective, presented in partnership with Bloomberg.Date: Wednesday 20th November. 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Venue: Level 24, Angel Place, 123 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
• AIYA Jawa Barat will be hosting their Annual General Meeting (AGM) online on 30 November 2024 at 10 AM WIB. More information here.
• Art exhibition by Butet Kartaredjasa titled “Eling Lan Waspada”. From 19 October 2024 to November 2024. Location: TonyRaka Art Gallery, Jalan Raya Mas No. 86 Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia.
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 Dec, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene. Register here now.
• Monash University Jakarta is hosting their 2024 Herb Feith Research Symposium on 4 Dec, 4pm-9pm. This event will showcase how research at Monash Arts, along with our Masters and PhD programs, is addressing some of today’s most pressing global challenges, including sustainable futures, a just society, and enhanced livelihoods. Register here.
• The Australian-Indonesia Centre (AIC) and the Cross Sector Development Partnerships Initiative (XSPI) are pleased to host a webinar focused on the potential opportunity blended finance presents for Indonesia’s energy transition, on 5 Dec, 5pm AEDT. The Indonesian government has been looking for innovative financial tools to help fund Indonesia’s energy transition and has appointed former minister Dr Mari Elka Pangestu as Presidential Special Envoy for Climate Finance. Her keynote speech will be followed by a panel discussion with industry representatives. Register here.
• ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival will be happening across Aus & Indonesia until 22 Dec, check their update here
• AIYA QLD AGM will be held on 29 November at 6pm via Google Meets. 

Opportunities

• AIYA Annual 2023 is here! Reflecting on 2023, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to “Connect, Inform, Inspire.” We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2023!.
• AIYA Jawa Barat is now recruiting for the new Executives and Committees. Apply for positions here.
• EY Canberra is seeking Consultant or Senior Consultant – International Development, Strategy and Transactions. Location : Canberra. Apply your application here ASAP. More information kindly contact [email protected]
• Applications for the 2024-2025 Direct Aid Program (DAP) are now open! Submit your application by 19 November 2024. More information here 
• Indonesia Council Open Conference 2025 “Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence” is calling for papers until 17 Nov. Submit your abstract here. The conference will be held on 7-10 July 2025 at the University of Melbourne.
• Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here 
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• Traveloka is seeking a Market Manager. Locations: Australia – Local Office. Time left to apply, End Date: November 13, 2024. Click here for more info.
• University of Western Australia & ACICIS is seeking Consortium Operations Manager. Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24 Nov 2024.Click here for more information
• Macquarie University has 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.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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.
  • Senior Communications Officer, APPLICATIONS CLOSE 12 Nov 2024 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: 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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In 2014, the New Colombo Plan was envisaged as a way for Australians to become ‘ambassadors’ to the Indo-Pacific and to promote the Indo-Pacific at home. While this personal ‘ambassadorship’ applies to some NCP students and hosts in Indonesia, for many more, their relationships are based off ‘small’ everyday interactions. Be it sharing food, participating in cultural exchange or providing a safe space on LGBTQI+ issues, these ‘small acts’ among Indonesians and Australians are essential to the New Colombo Plan’s mission — in their own way, they help form deeper linkages between Australia and the Indo-Pacific.

In the News

• The Australian Department of Defence announced “the largest combined joint activity in recent history” with Indonesia to strengthen strategic ties and regional security cooperation. The drills come after the two countries signed a defence agreement in August to enhance military interoperability. (The Defence Post)
• AussieBanget Corner di Universitas Jember eratkan hubungan Indonesia-Australia, Konsul Jenderal (Konjen) Australia di Surabaya Glen Askew menyatakan program AussieBanget dapat semakin mempererat hubungan diplomatik antara Indonesia –  Australia. (ANTARA Jatim)
• Monash University, Indonesia is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Australia Exchange Program, offering master’s students an opportunity to gain international educational experience across two prestigious campuses. The Australia Exchange Program allows students to spend 1 to 1.5 years studying at Monash University, Indonesia, followed by an additional 6 months at the Monash University campus in Australia. (Monash University)
• Scotch College to become the latest school to phase out Indonesian studies. Experts say it’s indicative of a broader decline in the teaching of Indonesian language and culture, even as Australia’s economic ties with the country strengthen. (ABC News)

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!
  • 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 3pm WIB/ 7pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
• Charles Darwin University x Postgraduate School Universitas Ngurah Rai, Bali is helding the Understanding Indonesia conference on 5 Dec at Charles Darwin University Casuarina campus. The topic is about Indonesia and its Relationship with its Neighbours as a Regional Power. It’s FREE so grab your seat here.
• AIYA QLD AGM will be held on 11 November at 6pm via Google Meets. 
• AIYA Jogja AGM will be organised on 16 Nov at 1-3pm WIB. Submit your Expression of Interest for executive positions here.
  • AIYA Trick or Treat event will be happening on 10 Nov 2024, 7-10pm WIB at Bento Kopi Klebengan. Watch their Social Media Space for more update.
• Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to Gen A | Chronicling Asia from Australia’s Perspective, presented in partnership with Bloomberg.Date: Wednesday 20th November. 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Venue: Level 24, Angel Place, 123 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.
• Art exhibition by Butet Kartaredjasa titled “Eling Lan Waspada”. From 19 October 2024 to November 2024. Location: TonyRaka Art Gallery, Jalan Raya Mas No. 86 Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia.
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 Dec, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene. Register here now.
• ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival will be happening across Aus & Indonesia until 22 Dec, check their update here 

Opportunities

• AIYA Annual 2023 is here! Reflecting on 2023, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to “Connect, Inform, Inspire.” We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2023!.
• EY Canberra is seeking Consultant or Senior Consultant – International Development, Strategy and Transactions. Location : Canberra. Apply your application here ASAP. More information kindly contact [email protected]
• Applications for the 2024-2025 Direct Aid Program (DAP) are now open! Submit your application by 19 November 2024. More information here 
• Indonesia Council Open Conference 2025 “Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence” is calling for papers until 17 Nov. Submit your abstract here. The conference will be held on 7-10 July 2025 at the University of Melbourne.
• Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here 
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• Traveloka is seeking a Market Manager. Locations: Australia – Local Office. Time left to apply, End Date: November 13, 2024. Click here for more info.
• University of Western Australia & ACICIS is seeking Consortium Operations Manager. Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24 Nov 2024.Click here for more information
• Macquarie University has 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.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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.
  • Senior Communications Officer, APPLICATIONS CLOSE 12 Nov 2024 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: 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.

Like what we do? Want access to all of AIYA’s benefits? Make sure you’re registered “here!”

Sign up as an AIYA member today!

AIYA Annual 2023 is here!

Reflecting on 2023, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to “Connect, Inform, Inspire.” We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2023!

In the News

• Prices of essentials in Indonesia and other countries have been dropping. That’s not necessarily a good thing. While the country’s finance minister has said it is good news, especially for people on lower incomes, economists say it could be a warning sign. (ABC News)
• Indonesia revives the dream of becoming the world’s food barn. Our farmers face a range of challenges such as low productivity, outdated farming tools and techniques, the worsening impact of climate change, and limited access to land, credit, agricultural services and government support. (The Jakarta Post)
• What does Indonesian President Prabowo’s food self-sufficiency plan mean for Australian agriculture?Australia exports significant volumes of wheat, red meat and live cattle to Indonesia every year. (ABC News)
• Australia and Indonesia to deepen military ties after striking ‘historic’ security pact. Anthony Albanese and Prabowo Subianto announce conclusion of treaty negotiations but reporters weren’t able to ask questions about new deal. (The Guardian)
• Australia-Indonesia Defence Cooperation Agreement enables largest combined joint activity in recent history. The Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) will conduct the largest combined joint activity in recent history, Exercise Keris Woomera from 3 November 2024. (Australian Government of Defence)
• Indonesia revives plans for 2nd airport on Bali as tourism rebounds. Indonesia’s new administration under President Prabowo Subianto is expediting a long-delayed project to build a second airport on tourist hotspot Bali Island. (VNExpress International)
• From Sate to Sour: Why Indonesian Studies Lose Flavour After Year Eight. More and more Australian high school students are turning away from Indonesian as an elective subject. Action should be taken to reverse this trend. (Aus Institute of International Affairs)

New Chapter Alert ✨

• We’re thrilled to introduce our newest AIYA chapter: AIYA Jawa Timur! 🌟Jawa Timur (‘East Java’) includes the eastern part of Java plus Madura and some smaller islands. Find out more about AIYA Jawa Timur here.

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!
  • 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 3pm WIB/ 7pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
• AIYA QLD AGM will be held on 11 November at 6pm via Google Meets. AIYA QLD is also opening Expression of Interest for Committee Position here. Please submit your application by 9pm 8 Nov 2024.
• AIYA Jogja AGM will be organised on 16 Nov at 1-3pm WIB. Submit your Expression of Interest for executive positions here.
  • AIYA Trick or Treat event will be happening on 10 Nov 2024, 7-10pm WIB at Bento Kopi Klebengan. Watch their Social Media Space for more update.
• ANU – Indonesia at the future of critical industries. Join us as His Excellency, the Indonesian Ambassador to Australia, Dr Siswo Pramono, presents a special ISG.📅 Thursday 7 Nov 2024. 🕤 3:00 – 5:15pm AEDT. 📍 in-person only: Weston Theatre ANU, JG Crawford Building ANU.
• Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to Gen A | Chronicling Asia from Australia’s Perspective, presented in partnership with Bloomberg.Date: Wednesday 20th November. 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Venue: Level 24, Angel Place, 123 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.
• Art exhibition by Butet Kartaredjasa titled “Eling Lan Waspada”. From 19 October 2024 to November 2024. Location: TonyRaka Art Gallery, Jalan Raya Mas No. 86 Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia.
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 Dec, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene. Register here now.
• ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival will be happening across Aus & Indonesia until 22 Dec, check their update here

Opportunities

• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is hosting a women-led SME Forum on Trade on 5 Nov at 9-5pm WIB (hybrid) at The Sultan Hotel. Register here.
• Indonesia Council Open Conference 2025 “Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence” is calling for papers until 17 Nov. Submit your abstract here. The conference will be held on 7-10 July 2025 at the University of Melbourne.
• Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here 
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• Christian College is seeking a passionate and experienced Indonesian Teacher to join our team of highly professional, dynamic and dedicated team of teachers. This role commences in Term 1 2025 and is a full-time ongoing position; or part-time by negotiation. Applications Close: 11:30pm, Sunday 10 November 2024. More info here
• Traveloka is seeking for Market Manager. Locations: Australia – Local Office. Time left to apply, End Date: November 13, 2024. Click here for more info.
• DT Global is looking for program officer. APPLICATIONS CLOSE [8 th November 2024, 11.59 PM WIB]. Click here for more info.
• University of Western Australia & ACICIS is seeking Consortium Operations Manager. Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24 Nov 2024.Click here for more information,
• Macquarie University has 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.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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.
  • Senior Communications Officer, APPLICATIONS CLOSE 12 Nov 2024 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: 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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Prabowo was sworn in with his running mate Gibran Rakabuming Raka. More than 30 leaders attended the inauguration, including British foreign minister David Lammy, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. (BBC)

In the News

• Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said that he is keen to continue strengthening his country’s partnership with the Indonesian government under President Prabowo Subianto. He also congratulated Prabowo on his inauguration as the new president of the Republic of Indonesia. (ANTARA News)
• Tim nasional U-17 Indonesia lolos ke Piala Asia U-17 2025 setelah bermain imbang tanpa gol saat melawan Australia pada laga pamungkas Grup G Kualifikasi Piala Asia U-17 2025 di Stadion Abdullah Al Khalifa, Kuwait, Minggu malam. (ANTARA News)
• Dua warga Indonesia yang diketahui peserta Work and Holiday Visa (WHV) meninggal dunia dalam kecelakaan lalu lintas akhir pekan kemarin. Salah satu teman mereka sedang menggalang dana untuk membantu keluarga korban. (ABC News)
• Indonesian airline Batik Air has suspended its flights between Canberra and Denpasar just four months after launching the service in June 2024. The airline has not provided a date on when these flights may resume; but has pledged to provide passengers who already booked flights with alternative travel arrangements or full refunds. (Riotact)

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!
  • 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 3pm WIB/ 7pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
• 8th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO8): Public Webinar will be held on 28 Oct at 1pm WIB. Join the event here.
• AIYA ACT AGM will be held on 3 November at 4pm in person at The Deck, Chifley Library, Australian National University.
• AIYA QLD AGM will be held on 11 November at 6pm via Google Meets. AIYA QLD is also opening Expression of Interest for Committee Position here. Please submit your application by 9pm 8 Nov 2024.
• AIYA JOG will be organised on 16 Nov at 1-3pm WIB. Submit your Expression of Interest for executive positions here.
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.
• Adelaide Film Festival will be showing a number of Indonesian films as they connect Australian filmmakers with the burgeoning Indonesian screen sector. It will be held across the city from 23 Oct – 3 Nov, click here for more info.
• Youth Peace Summit 2024. Fri, 1 Nov. Join us for an empowering and thought-provoking day as we bring together leaders passionate about peace, dialogue, and conflict resolution. Time: 9 AM – 2 PM, Location: Glovers Cottages, 124-134 Kent St, Millers Point NSW 2000. More info here.
• AIYA Jawa Barat is hosting an Indonesian tradition class: Digging Indonesian Culture with Listra UNPAR. Join the traditional music and dance class on 2 Nov at Universitas Parahyangan. Stay tuned.
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 Dec, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene as a growth hub, contribute to promoting investments and expanding business and economic interaction with the global business community. Register here now.

Opportunities

• IA-CEPA ECP Katalis is hosting a women-led SME Forum on Trade on 5 Nov at 9-5pm WIB (hybrid) at The Sultan Hotel. Register here.
• Indonesia Council Open Conference 2025 “Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence” is calling for papers until 17 Nov. Submit your abstract here. The conference will be held on 7-10 July 2025 at the University of Melbourne.
• Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here 
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• Monash University Indonesia’s Master’s degree students can now apply for a Herb Feith Academic Boost Award, a program designed to recognise and boost their passion in writing about issues related to social justice in Indonesia. Applications close on 1 November.
• Macquarie University has 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.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is opening various job opportunities. Check here.
  • Refugee and Humanitarian/Partner/Integrity Program Officer. Apply here by 31 Oct.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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
• The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities: 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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Indonesia to coordinate ASEAN-Australia partnership in three areas. Indonesia has been appointed to be the coordinator in the ASEAN-Australia partnership that promotes cooperation in the three areas of politics and security, economy, and socio-culture. (ANTARA News)

In the News

• Indonesian working holiday-makers say they were misled after being taken to remote farm site in Northern Territory. Dimas and Bella had plans to earn some money and travel Australia when they arrived for their working holiday. But from the moment they were collected at the airport, Bella said something felt off. (ABC Indonesia)
• Bali’s e-visa glitch exposes traveller passport details Indonesia has been crippled by several massive data breaches with its latest exposing the passport details of some Aussies travelling to Bali. (News.Com.au)
• Indonesia pushes for effective Asean-Australia agreement implementation. Indonesian Vice President Ma’ruf Amin pushed for stronger cooperation between the Asean and Australia through the effective implementation of various bilateral economic agreements at the 4th Asean-Australia Summit in Vientiane, Laos. (The Star)
• Scotch College to become latest school to phase out Indonesian studies .Scotch College in Melbourne’s east has received scrutiny for plans to phase out its long-running Bahasa Indonesia program. Experts say it’s indicative of a broader decline in the teaching of Indonesian language and culture, even as Australia’s economic ties with the country strengthen.(ABC News)
• Huge warning for Bali tourists who do this If you plan on doing this while in Bali, think again. Authorities have cracked down on foreigners who are in breach of the specific act. Foreigners in Bali who are found to be in breach of immigration laws or have overstayed their visas could be sentenced to life behind bars as major changes come into effect. (News.Com.au)
• Strengthening Australia-Indonesia Ties Through Sports. Two significant sports events in Indonesia demonstrated how sports can unite people and promote inclusion. These events were part of the BRIDGE School Partnership Program. (Asia Education Foundation)

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!
  • 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 NSW AGM will be held on Monday 14 October at 7pm via Google Meets.
• AIYA QLD AGM will be held on Monday 11 November at 6pm AEST via Google
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.
• Adelaide Film Festival will be showing a number of Indonesian films as they connect Australian filmmakers with the burgeoning Indonesian screen sector. It will be held across the city from 23 Oct-3 Nov, click here for more info.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is hosting an Education Dialogue: How will proposed international student caps for universities affect relations with Southeast Asia? On 16 October, 11am AEST. Register here.
• ANU – Is Indonesia at a political crossroads between democratic resilience and authoritarian temptations? Join us as Zulfan Tadjoeddin from Western Sydney University will present an ISG seminar ‘Democracy and/or Development? Reflecting on the Lee thesis in Indonesia.’Wednesday 23 October, 8:30-10:00am WIB | 12:30-2:00pm AEDT 📍 in-person: McDonald Room, Menzies Library, ANU or ONLINE via Zoom here.
• Youth Peace Summit 2024. Fri, 01 Nov. Join us for an empowering and thought-provoking day as we bring together leaders passionate about peace, dialogue, and conflict resolution. Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Location: Glovers Cottages, 124-134 Kent St, Millers Point NSW 2000. More info here
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 December, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene as a growth hub, contribute to promoting investments and expanding business and economic interaction with the global business community. Register here now.

Opportunities

• ACICIS is recruiting Liaison Officers for the 2025 Professional Practicum Programs in Jakarta! 💼 Interested applicants should submit the required documents no later than 20 October 2024. More information can be found here
• Australian Volunteers Program is seeking skilled Australians for in-person, remote and hybrid volunteering opportunities with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa. Explore current assignments here
• The Department of Home Affairs is seeking the Senior Visa Processing Officer who is responsible for the assessment and/or finalisation of visa applications (including those that are sensitive or complex in nature). Submit your application here by Monday, 14 Oct.
• University of Western Australia (UWA) is looking for Alumni Engagement Coordinator – The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until January 2026. Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Apply here by 11:55 PM AWST by Monday, 14 October 2024.
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• DT Global for IA-CEPA Katalis is seeking a Project Officer to assist the organisation and develop activities with a prime focus on project management of contracted activities. Apply here by 5pm WIB 18 Oct.
• Australia-Indonesia Institute nominations for the Indonesian Studies Awards are still open. Nominate your chosen teacher or researcher in one or more categories – Indonesian Language Teaching, Cultural Leadership, and Distinguished Service. Apply here by 25 October. 
• Monash University Indonesia’s Master’s degree students can now apply for a Herb Feith Academic Boost Award, a program designed to recognise and boost their passion in writing about issues related to social justice in Indonesia. Applications close on 1 November.
• Macquarie University has 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.
• 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!
• 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
• 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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After a 22-year “pause” on South Australian schools visiting Indonesia, 13 students from Le Fevre High School have returned 12 days on exchange with their sister school, Sekolah Pilar Indonesia — located on the outskirts of Jakarta — after hosting a similar number of Indonesian students in SA last year. Students participated in a concert named Raja Ampat to celebrate cultural awareness. (ABC News)

In the News

• Salah satu sekolah elit di Melbourne akan menghapus Bahasa Indonesia dari kurikulumnya, sekaligus mengakhiri salah satu sekolah yang sudah menawarkan program bahasa Indonesia terlama di Australia. Pemerintah Indonesia sangat prihatin dengan menurunnya studi Indonesia di Australia secara umum. (ABC Indonesia)
• After a 22-year “pause” on South Australian schools visiting Indonesia, 13 students from Le Fevre High School have returned 12 days on exchange with their sister school, Sekolah Pilar Indonesia — located on the outskirts of Jakarta — after hosting a similar number of Indonesian students in SA last year. Students participated in a concert named Raja Ampat to celebrate cultural awareness. (ABC News)
• Indonesia is stepping up efforts to enforce a global ban on nuclear weapons. This week, it officially joined the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons — confirming its ratification of the pact along with Solomon Islands and Sierra Leone, putting Australia at odds with neighbours. (ABC News)
• As students navigate a rapidly evolving linguistic environment, many wonder if the rigid structure of formal Indonesian holds up. Could it be more of a barrier than a bridge in modern Indonesian education? (Australian Institute of International Affairs)
• In preparing for the establishment of a cyber force, Indonesia can look at Australia, which recently officially established a new cyber command. The equally-recently signed Defence Cooperation Agreement between Australia and Indonesia provides the perfect platform for Indonesia to explore the process of establishing their cyber force as the ADF sets up its own. In doing so, it can avoid many of the pitfalls before they ever happen. (The Strategist)

Events

• EKSIL Film Screening at the University of Sydney. Eksil is an award winning documentary movie about ten Indonesian exiles who have been living in Europe for the past 60 years. Tuesday, 8 October 2024 | 6-8 PM at the Quad General Lecture University of Sydney Camperdown Campus. 
  • AIYA VIC – every Wednesday 5-7pm at Kathleen Syme Library & Community Centre.
  • NSW – Thursday at 6.30pm weekly at Darling Square.
• 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!
  • 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 NSW presents Malam Karier 2024: A Journey in Bridging Cultures and Crafting Change📆Thursday, October 10th 2024 🕒 6:00 – 7:30 pm📍Room 277, Sydney Knowledge Hub, Level 2, Merewether Building H04, The University of Sydney NSW 2006. Register here
• AIYA NSW is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for Australia-Indonesia relations to join our 2024-25 committee! Please submit your application here by 5pm Friday 11 October 2024. The AGM will be held on Monday 14 October at 7pm via Google Meets.
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.
• Adelaide Film Festival will be showing a number of Indonesian films as they connect Australian filmmakers with the burgeoning Indonesian screen sector. It will be held across the city from 23 Oct-3 Nov, click here for more info.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre is hosting an Education Dialogue: How will proposed international student caps for universities affect relations with Southeast Asia? On 16 October, 11am AEST. Register here.
• Indonesian Business Council’s flagship event, Indonesia Economic Summit, is being held on 3-4 December, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia. It is a high-level forum designed to bring together business leaders, policymakers, global thinkers, and industry champions to enhance Indonesia’s profile on the international scene as a growth hub, contribute to promoting investments and expanding business and economic interaction with the global business community. Register here now.

Opportunities

• AIYA NSW is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for Australia-Indonesia relations to join our 2024-25 committee! All AIYA members are encouraged to apply through the following link form before 11 Oct.
• Prospera
  • is seeking an HR Officer to join their team, based in Jakarta. Applications are due 11 Oct here.
  • is seeking an experienced Travel Officer to join their Jakarta-based team, managing domestic and international travel, as well as large group events and conferences. Applications are due 11 Oct here.
• Monash University is looking for Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor (Business, Business Innovation, and Global Business).Location: Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD) City, South-West Jakarta, Indonesia, Full-time, apply here by Sunday 13 October 2024, 11:55pm WIB
• The Department of Home Affairs is seeking the Senior Visa Processing Officer who is responsible for the assessment and/or finalisation of visa applications (including those that are sensitive or complex in nature). Submit your application here by 14 Oct.
• University of Western Australia (UWA) is looking for Alumni Engagement Coordinator – The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until January 2026. Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Apply here by 11:55 PM AWST by Monday, 14 October 2024.
• IndoAustay’s Adult Language Immersion Program applications are now open for Solo (January 2025). Click here for more information.
• DT Global for IA-CEPA Katalis is seeking a Project Officer to assist the organisation and develop activities with a prime focus on project management of contracted activities. Apply here by 5pm WIB 18 Oct.
• Australia-Indonesia Institute nominations for the Indonesian Studies Awards are still open. Nominate your chosen teacher or researcher in one or more categories – Indonesian Language Teaching, Cultural Leadership, and Distinguished Service. Apply here by 25 October. 
• Monash University Indonesia’s Master’s degree students can now apply for a Herb Feith Academic Boost Award, a program designed to recognise and boost their passion in writing about issues related to social justice in Indonesia. Applications close on 1 November.
• Macquarie University has 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.
• 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!
• 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
• 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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Australia and Indonesia launched the Indonesia-Australia Teacher Education Cooperation. This joint initiative will enhance the quality of the teacher workforce in Indonesia.
(Indonesian Embassy)

In the News

• Australia dan Indonesia bekerja sama untuk mempromosikan masa depan yang dinamis dan inovatif bagi industri kreatif. (Radar Indonesia News)
• Sebanyak 50 orang Diplomat Negara Sahabat hadir mendapatkan sertifikat kelulusan Bahasa Indonesia Program for Foreign Diplomats, yang  diinisiasi bersama Kemlu cq. Ditjen IDP dan Badan Pengembangan dan Pembinaan Bahasa Kemendikbud Ristek (Kemlu RI)
• Puluhan lembaga pendidikan dan pelatihan Australia menjajaki kolaborasi dengan Indonesia dalam pengembangan pendidikan tenaga kerja untuk masa depan, khususnya dalam bidang transisi hijau dan pembangunan berkelanjutan. (ANTARA News)
• New Australian opera Gilgamesh captures the power of one of the world’s most ancient masterpieces. (The Conversation) 
• Strengthening the existence of Indonesia’s traditional cuisine boosts the economy, this phenomenon is part of the gastrodiplomacy strategy. (ANTARA News)

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 JABAR 🌏 FREE WEBINAR: Work and Holiday in Australia – What You Need to Know. 28 Sept, 15:30 WIB Via Zoom. Click here for more info.
• AIYA ACT is inviting you to a scheduled 2024 Annual Gala on 4 Oct, 6PM AEST at Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Balai Kartini. You’ll be treated to a stunning showcase of Javanese traditional music from Gamelan Sedulur Monco at this highlight of the AIYA ACT calendar 🎶 Register here.
• AIYA NTT is going to Universitas Terbuka Kupang on 5 Oct, 10am – 12pm WITA
• AIYA NSW is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for Australia-Indonesia relations to join our 2024-25 committee! Please submit your application here by 5pm Friday 11 October 2024. The AGM will be held on Monday 14 October at 7pm via Google Meets.
• AIYA QLD  & Youthopia world are having a Networking Night on Wed 25 September 2024, 17:30-19:30 at Scyne Advisory Brisbane. Click here for more details. 
• AIYA VIC & IKAN VIC present NUSANTARA, deep dive into Indonesia’s heritage. Click here for more info. 🗓️ 5 October 2024. 🕰️ 5 PM – 7 PM AEST📍Kathleen Syme Library, 251 Faraday, St. Carlton, VIC 3053.
• AIYA NSW presents Malam Karier 2024: A Journey in Bridging Cultures and Crafting Change📆Thursday, October 10th 2024 🕒 6:00 – 7:30 pm📍Room 277, Sydney Knowledge Hub, Level 2, Merewether Building H04, The University of Sydney NSW 2006. Register here.
• EKSIL Film Screening at the University of Melbourne. Eksil is an award winning documentary movie about ten Indonesian exiles who have been living in Europe for the past 60 years. Sunday, 6 October 2024 | 3-6 PM at the Federation Hall, Grant Street Southbank. See here for more information.
• EKSIL Film Screening – Eksil is an award winning documentary movie about ten Indonesian exiles who have been living in Europe for the past 60 years.
  • University of Melbourne – Sunday, 6 October 2024 | 3-6 PM at the Federation Hall, Grant Street Southbank. See here for more information.
  • University of Sydney – Tuesday, 8 October 2024 | 6-8 PM at the Quad General Lecture University of Sydney Camperdown Campus. 
  • Australian National University – Thursday, 10 October 2024, 6:10 PM – 9:00 PM, Theatre 1, Hedley Bull Building, ANU
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.

Opportunities

• Applications for CAUSINDY 2024 are now open. For young people interested in the Australia-Indonesia relationship, there’s no better opportunity to demonstrate and inform your engagement with the bilateral relationship. Don’t miss the chance and grab the opportunity here latest by Saturday 5 October 2024 at 09.00 PM WIB / 12.00 AM AEST
• AIYA NSW is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for Australia-Indonesia relations to join our 2024-25 committee! All AIYA members are encouraged to apply through the following link form before 11 Oct.
• Monash Arts is inviting Expressions of Interest from current PhD candidates, Early and mid-Career Researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to participate in an intensive 4-day writing residency to enhance your skills in preparing, writing and getting an academic article published in a major academic journal. Submit here an Expression of Interest latest by 6 Oct at 11:59am AEST
• DFAT is looking for a Senior Program Manager Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI). Apply here by 6 Oct.
• The Department of Home Affairs is seeking the Senior Visa Processing Officer who is responsible for the assessment and/or finalisation of visa applications (including those that are sensitive or complex in nature). Submit your application here by 14 Oct.
• 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. 
• Monash University is looking for Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor (Business, Business Innovation, and Global Business).Location: Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD) City, South-West Jakarta, Indonesia, Full-time, apply here by Sunday 13 October 2024, 11:55pm WIB
• University of Western Australia (UWA) is looking for Alumni Engagement Coordinator – The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until January 2026. Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Apply here by 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 14 October 2024
• 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.
• 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!
• 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
• 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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Gig on The Green Festival, Perayaan Hubungan Diplomatik Australia-Indonesia. Kedutaan Besar Australia di Jakarta dan Konsulat Jenderal Australia di Surabaya menyelenggarakan berbagai acara untuk merayakan 75 tahun hubungan diplomatik antara Australia dan Indonesia.
(Lentera Today)

In the News

• Environmentalists in Indonesia are making a renewed call for Australia to stop exporting waste for recycling. Indonesia has become one of the top export destinations for the world’s recovered waste. The country has banned waste with more than 2% of impurities, such as unwanted plastic, which is often dumped in local villages and burned.(SBS News)
• Draw Against Indonesia Makes Graham Arnold Leave The Australian Coach Chair.Graham arrest started his adventure with The Socceroos in 2018. However, after reaping a 0-1 defeat to Bahrain and a 0-0 draw over Indonesia in Group C of the Third Round of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, he decided to withdraw.(VOI Sports)
• More than 20 Australian mining companies are showcasing cutting edge sustainable solutions, equipment and capabilities at the Mining Indonesia Exhibition at the Jakarta International Expo Centre from 11 to 14 September. (Australia Embassy in Indonesia) 
• Part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of ASEAN-Australia Dialogue Relations, Young leaders from across ASEAN, Timor-Leste, and Australia met in Jakarta to participate in the ASEAN Foundation Model ASEAN Meeting Plus Australia (AFMAM Plus Australia) from 9-14 September 2024. (Australia Embassy in Indonesia) 
• Fire ants have reached protected koala habitat and a koala priority area in south-eastern Queensland, with experts warning of the danger the highly invasive pest poses to native wildlife. (The Guardian)
• Mr Glen Askew as Australia’s next Consul-General in Surabaya. The Consulate-General in Surabaya is working to strengthen two-way trade and investment by implementing initiatives under Invested: Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040, as well expanding people-to-people ties in a powerhouse region of Indonesia. (Foreign Ministry of Australia)

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 JABAR 🌏 FREE WEBINAR: Work and Holiday in Australia – What You Need to Know. 28 Sept, 15:30 WIB Via Zoom. Click here for more info.
• AIYA ACT is holding their annual Gala on 4 Oct, 6-9pm, at the Balai Kartini, Embassy of Indonesia, Canberra. Get your tickets here.
• AIYA NSW is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for Australia-Indonesia relations to join our 2024-25 committee! Please submit your application here by 5pm Friday 11 October 2024. The AGM will be held on Monday 14 October at 7pm via Google Meets.
• AIYA QLD  & Youthopia world are having a Networking Night on Wed 25 September 2024, 17:30-19:30 at Scyne Advisory Brisbane. Click here for more details. 
• AIYA VIC & IKAN VIC present NUSANTARA, deep dive into Indonesia’s heritage. Click here for more info. 🗓️ 5 October 2024. 🕰️ 5 PM – 7 PM AEST📍Kathleen Syme Library, 251 Faraday, St. Carlton, VIC 3053.
• EKSIL Film Screening at the University of Melbourne. Eksil is an award winning documentary movie about ten Indonesian exiles who have been living in Europe for the past 60 years. Sunday, 6 October 2024 | 3-6 PM at the Federation Hall, Grant Street Southbank. See here for more information.
• AIBC 2024 National Conference is helding on 11-13 Nov at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, NSW. Registrations are now open. Click here.

Opportunities

• Prospera is seeking an Activity Support Officer (ASO) for a role focused on the contribution of Australian Government agencies (hereafter Australian agencies) to Prospera’s goal of strong, sustainable, and inclusive growth in Indonesia. Apply now before 25 Sep.
• 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. 
• Monash University is looking for Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor (Business, Business Innovation, and Global Business).Location: Bumi Serpong Damai (BSD) City, South-West Jakarta, Indonesia, Full-time, apply here by Sunday 13 October 2024, 11:55pm WIB
• University of Western Australia (UWA) is looking for Alumni Engagement Coordinator – The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until January 2026. Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Apply here by 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 14 October 2024
• 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.
• 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!
• 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
• 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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Stronger bonds of friendship proved the ultimate prize when the crew of HMAS Perth took on Indonesian Navy personnel in a sports day during a recent port visit. After combined warm-up exercises, competitors participated in a series of friendly sports ranging from the truly international football code – soccer – to less common sports such as sack racing and land-skiing in three-person teams. (Australian Government Defence)

In the News

• Authorities in Bali have secured investment for a $29 billion rail project to link the airport with tourist districts. Australian visitors stand to benefit given Indonesia was the top overseas destination for Australians in 2023. Experts say completion of the project’s first phase by 2027 is unrealistic given it will require boring underground in densely populated areas. (ABC News)
• After months of speculation, the federal government has announced what the cap will be for international students in Australia. In 2025, the number of international students starting a course will be set at 270,000. This includes both higher education and vocational education courses. (The Conversation)
• The Australian government has boosted bilateral education cooperation with Indonesia with the introduction of a new tertiary scholarship program on Aug. 28, in spite of the country’s ongoing efforts to curb the international student population amid rising political heat on immigration issues. The new cooperation between Indonesia’s Education Endowment Fund (LPDP) and the Australia Awards Scholarship (AAS) grants 50 recipients from Indonesia a spot at “world-class” universities in Australia next year. (The Jakarta Post)
• Indonesians are eating too much rice to the point that nationwide production keeps falling short of demand. The head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas), Arief Prasetyo Adi, told the Post on Thursday that the government had no dedicated program in place to diversify consumption, but if it were to push for alternative stables, Arief suggested popularising food products with local roots in regional history, such as papeda in Papua. (The Star)
• Usai tahan imbang Arab Saudi, Indonesia dijadwalkan bertanding melawan Australia dalam laga Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026 pada 9 September pukul 7 malam di Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno di Jakarta. (Antara)

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 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 VIC X TRAVELOKA presents Career Webinar. Join us as we hear from Traveloka employees about what it’s like working at Southeast Asia’ leading travel platform, the company’s hiring process, and the current employment opportunities available in Indonesia and Australia. Get the opportunity to submit your CV during the event! Join us on 13 Sept at 7-8 PM AEST / 4-5 PM WIB here.
• 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.
• The Lowy Institute is hosting “From Jokowi to Prabowo: Perspectives from the ANU Indonesia Update” panel on 16 Sept at 12pm. The discussion will be held at the Lowy Institute, Sydney, NSW. Register here.
• 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 is extended until 14 Sep 2024. More info here.
• AIYA National currently has openings for Kongres Convenor and Kongres Officer positions. Applications close on 13 Sept. Find out more here.
• Beasiswa LPDP – Australia Awards Scholarships (AAS) merupakan program beasiswa pendanaan bersama antara LPDP dan AAS, yang memberikan kesempatan studi program master bidang blue economy, green/renewable economy, dan digital/information technology pada 22 perguruan tinggi di Australia. Pendaftaran buka hingga 13 Sept. Informasi lengkap di sini.
• DT Global is now looking for:
  • Junior Graphic Designed and Social Media Manager to support IA-CEPA ECP Katalis’s communications team. Applications close on 18 Sept. Apply here.
  • Economic Sub Editor who will support Prospera’s communications team. Apply here by 11 Sept.
• The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) Indonesia offices is open for several job positions. Kindly email your statement and current CV to [email protected] by 15 Sept
  • Marketing Manager – Full time
  • Student Recruitment Manager – Full time
  • Academic Program Officer – Consultant
• Prospera is seeking an Economist (Public Financial Management) to assist the Government of Indonesia (GOI) counterparts to develop and improve fiscal policies and strategies. Submit your application here latest by 13 Sept.
• 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.
• 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!
• 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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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)

In the News

• Indonesia’s Directorate General of Sea Transportation of the Transportation Ministry and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) established cooperation to prevent transboundary marine pollution due to oil spills. The cooperation between both nations was carried out by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on the Prevention and Handling of Transboundary Marine Pollution. (Tempo)
• Australia and Indonesia formalised a landmark Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) this month, enhancing trade efficiency by recognising each other’s accredited businesses under the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) model. Both countries will agree to treat each other’s accredited businesses as low-risk and grant them preferential treatment at the border. (InDaily)
• Mining giant BHP is reportedly in discussions with the Indonesian government about the southeast Asian nation’s sprawling nickel industry as it shutters its own vast nickel operations in WA. BHP is known to be interested in Indonesia’s abundant and prospective nickel potential. (News.com.au)

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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