The “Indonesia by the Harbour” festival enlivened Circular Quay, at the centre of Sydney on Saturday (25/11). The festival, which was organized by the Indonesian Consulate General in Sydney in collaboration with various partners. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Republic of Indonesia)

In the News

• In the Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC) held at Langley Park, Perth (24-26/11), the INA Garuda Mine Rescue Team achieved remarkable success for Indonesia. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Republic of Indonesia)
• Perkuat Hubungan Indonesia-Australia, BNI, bank global asal Indonesia, dukung Indonesia melalui festival budaya bertajuk ‘by the Harbour’. (Media Indonesia)
• A civil servant and a person with a polio disability, Mutia Sari is intrigued by the issue of inclusivity in Indonesian correctional institutions, making Indonesia’s correctional institutions more inclusive by collaborating with organisations for people with disabilities. (Australia Awards Indonesia)
• Indonesia hosted international-level sports event, namely the 2023 Aquabike World Championship that was held on November 22-26 in the Lake Toba area, one of provinces in Indonesia, impacting the rise of sports tourism in Lake Toba, Indonesia. (ANTARA News)
• Atase Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan KBRI Canberra memberi penghargaan kepada siswa Melrose High School di Canberra, Australia yang telah belajar bahasa Indonesia. (ANTARA News)
• Take a look – Peter Susanto is awarded for NT Young Australian of The Year in 2024. Peter has a generous spirit and love for his community (Australian of The Year Awards)

Tune In

• Why is there concern regarding the World Wolbachia Program? Epidemiologist Dr. Dicky Budiman, a Global Health Security researcher who is also a visiting lecturer at several universities in Indonesia, explained that Wolbachia is a bacteria that is safe for humans and the environment. (SBS Indonesian)
• The Indonesian word ‘pemuda’, or young person, has a complex meaning and history. Like in other languages and cultures, the term conjures up images of change and vitality. But in Indonesia, it also carries militaristic and masculine connotations which are coloured by the way it was used during the New Order era. (Talking Indonesia)

Events

• The Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program Forum is bringing together young Australians and Indonesians to explore a variety of topics related to the Australia-Indonesia bilateral relationship and the role young people can play in its future on 5 Dec at ANU. With guest speakers HE DR Siswo Pramono, Ms Stephanie Copus Campbell AM, Prof. Greg Fealy, Lydia Santoso, Ele Williams, Armina Rosenberg, and Clare Duffield. Register here to grab your free access ticket by 4 Dec.
• The University of Melbourne is hosting the annual Melbourne Energy Institute (MEI) Symposium 2023 on 8 Dec at 8:30am – 4:30pm AEDT. Register here to secure your place and catch up on the year in energy research.
• Australia Awards Indonesia is tailoring the scholarship information session for prospective applicants from West Nusa Tenggara, on 7 Dec at 4pm – 6pm WITA (Central Indonesia Time). Choose your own flexibility to join the session either in person or online. Click here for more information.
• Australia National University (ANU) – Indonesia Project is launching ‘Gender equality equality and diversity in Indonesia: Identifying progress and challenges’, by Angie Bexley, Sarah Dong & Diahhadi Setyonaluri on 5 December at ANU in Canberra. Click here for more info about their Book Launch event.
• ANU – Indonesia Institute is having Human Rights Day Webinar: The state of environmental rights in contemporary Indonesia Online on 7 December. Click here to register. 
• AIBC (Australia Indonesia Business Council) QLD is delighted to invite you to a dinner event to round out the year’s activities on 7 December. Your AIBC QLD Chair, Dr Peter Baines, will share some reflections on the year past, and also provide a brief look forward to the coming year. Click here to register.
• Monash University Indonesia Campus is hosting a 2023 Monash Herb Feith Graduate Research Gala on 12 December at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Join them at their gala showcase event to explore how Monash Higher Degree by Research (HDR) contributes to the real-world. Register here!

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• UNDP is hiring for a year contract for a Technical Associate (Jurisdictional Approach) in  FOLUR Project based in Jakarta, Indonesia. With the funding support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the Government of Indonesia, led by the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs and with technical support from UNDP and FAO is implementing a full-size project entitled “Strengthening sustainability in commodity and food systems, land restoration and land use governance through integrated landscape management for multiple benefits in Indonesia (FOLUR). Apply here by 5 Dec.
• Save the Children Indonesia is hiring for a Chief Finance Officer. Access more info here and submit your application before 5 Dec.
• Asialink is a partnership between the University of Melbourne and the Myer Foundation and operates under the portfolio of Chancellery International, now open for Senior Associate, Advisory, & Insights (Asialink Business). Catch your flexible hybrid work and apply here by 6 Dec.
• Prospera/ DT Global is opening a vacancy for Communications and Public Diplomacy Manager position. The position is responsible for managing information, communication, advocacy and public diplomacy efforts. Apply here by 7 Dec.
• Prospera/ DT Global is hiring for a Climate and Energy Lead to champion Prospera’s overall climate and energy strategy and work program. It will be an opportunity to work across a wide array of issues including carbon markets, energy policy and financing. Apply here by 8 Dec.
• Palladium Group is hiring for PRISMA – Data Collection Specialist Consultant & Qualitative Research Consultant, placement in Jakarta, Indonesia. Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Promoting Rural Incomes through Support for Markets in Agriculture (PRISMA) is a multi-year development program that accelerates poverty reduction through inclusive economic growth. The application closed on 11 Dec. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply here.
• Monash University –  AU is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Indonesian History. Apply here by 14 Dec.
• SKALA Program (Strategi dan Kolaborasi untuk Akselerasi Layanan Dasar Kemitraan Australia – Indonesia) is a significant Australian investment designed to help Indonesia address regional disparities in development. SKALA is looking for a Provincial Government Advisor for NTT. Apply your application here by 15 Dec.
• The University of Western Australia is looking for a full-time Secretariat Officer position. This is a Perth-based position. The application will be closed on 7 Jan. Grab the application here.
• Australia-ASEAN Council 2023-24 grants round is now open for applications. The round will close at 11.30pm (AEDT) on Sunday 17 December 2023. The grants program aims to build people-to-people, institutional and business connections between Australia and Southeast Asia. Click here for more information.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected].
• DT Global is opening various vacancies with the vision of shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. DT Global works in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Find out more info 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.
• 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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The Indonesian language, Bahasa Indonesia, was declared as an official language of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) General Conference on 20 November 2023, at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, France. (Tempo.co)

In the News

• Singapore’s OCBC,Overseas-Chinese Banking Corp., Southeast Asia’s second-largest lender by assets, has agreed to acquire Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s Indonesian unit PT Bank Commonwealth for approximately A$220 million ($142 million). (Forbes)
• Undetected boat from Indonesia arrives on Western Australia coast with more than 10 people rescued by Indigenous group. It is yet to be determined if the group who arrived are asylum seekers or fishermen, but four are believed to be missing. (Sky News)
• Australia and Indonesia have agreed to use their strengths in lithium and nickel to mutual advantage in the race to secure a share of the global electric vehicle supply chain. The signed MOU comes as Indonesia, South-East Asia’s largest economy, tries to reduce its reliance on Chinese investment and resources, and Australia battles to get a toehold in battery production. (AFR)
• The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $350 million loan to support the Indonesian Ministry of Health (MoH) in implementing a nationwide primary care transformation that will increase access to quality, gender, and climate-responsive primary care services.  (BioSpectrum Asia)
• Values-based or transactional? Comparing the foreign policies of Indonesia’s presidential candidates. Indonesia has long been known for what it calls its ‘free and active’ (bebas aktif) foreign policy (The University of Melbourne)

Tune In

• Rising cost of living affects social cohesion in Australia. The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute’s annual “Mapping Social Cohesion Report” reveals that economic pressures and disparities are the most significant issues affecting Australian society today (SBS Indonesian).
• The Indonesian word ‘pemuda’, or young person, has a complex meaning and history. Like in other languages and cultures, the term conjures up images of change and vitality. But in Indonesia, it also carries militaristic and masculine connotations which are coloured by the way it was used during the New Order era. (Talking Indonesia)

Events

• NAILA (National Australia Indonesia Language Awards) would love for you to join us for our annual Awards Ceremony on 2 Dec to celebrate all of the fantastic participants in the year’s competition and announce the winners from our 7 categories, as well as the winners of the Indonesian Studies Awards in collaboration with the Australia Indonesia Institute (AII). Come along to celebrate Indonesian language, culture, food and support NAILA’s mission to promote and reward Indonesian language learning in Australia – get your tickets here for free!
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• Australia National University (ANU) – Indonesia Project is launching ‘Gender equality equality and diversity in Indonesia: Identifying progress and challenges’, by Angie Bexley, Sarah Dong & Diahhadi Setyonaluri on 5 December at ANU in Canberra. Click here for more info about their Book Launch event.
• ANU – Indonesia Institute is having Human Rights Day Webinar: The state of environmental rights in contemporary Indonesia Online on 7 December. Click here to register. 
• AIBC (Australia Indonesia Business Council) QLD is delighted to invite you to a dinner event to round out the year’s activities on 7 December. Your AIBC QLD Chair, Dr Peter Baines, will share some reflections on the year past, and also provide a brief look forward to the coming year. Click here to register.
• Monash University Indonesia Campus is hosting a 2023 Monash Herb Feith Graduate Research Gala on 12 December at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Join them at their gala showcase event to explore how Monash Higher Degree by Research (HDR) contributes to the real-world. Register here!.

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• AIYA Queensland & Victoria is offering opportunities for those that want to join the committee in the 2024 period. AGM will be held on Wed 29 Nov 2023. Click here (QLD) and here (VIC) for more information.
• DFAT is seeking for a Refugee and Humanitarian/Partner/Integrity Program Officer. This position will be required to work across a number of Immigration Program Teams within the Australian Embassy Jakarta. IDR 21,956,226 per month. Apply here before 29 November at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time).
• Monash University – ID is seeking a highly skilled Senior Education Governance Officer to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing administrative support for academic governance functions, overseeing curriculum frameworks, and facilitating internal and external reviews of courses. Apply here by 30 November.
• Monash University –  AU, The Herb Feith Centre is pleased to announce that the Centre is calling for nominations for the 2023 Herb Feith Academic Boost Awards, a program designed to recognise and boost the passion of master’s level students at Monash Indonesia in writing about issues related to social justice in Indonesia. Apply here by 1 Dec.
• Share your stories and amplify your voices with KIFF 2023, the Kalimantan International Indigenous Film Festival. KIFF is a platform for showcasing the power and diversity of indigenous cinema, celebrating the strength and resilience of indigenous peoples, and advocating for their rights. Submit your film today and be a part of this transformative cinematic journey! Click here by 3 Dec for more information.
• Prospera/ DT Global is hiring for a Climate and Energy Lead to champion Prospera’s overall climate and energy strategy and work program. It will be an opportunity to work across a wide array of issues including carbon markets, energy policy and financing. Apply here by 8 Dec.
• Monash University –  AU is looking for Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Indonesian History. Apply here by 14 Dec.
• Australia-ASEAN Council 2023-24 grants round is now open for applications. The round will close at 11.30pm (AEDT) on Sunday 17 December 2023. The grants program aims to build people-to-people, institutional and business connections between Australia and Southeast Asia. Click here for more information.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected].
• 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 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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President of the International Football Federation (FIFA) Giovanni Vincenzo Infantino is optimistic that Indonesia will become one of the respected countries in the sport of football. He considered that Indonesia’s level could not only compete in Southeast Asia but also in the Asian region and the world. (AsiaToday.id)

In the News

• Scientists Rediscover Lost Continent That Broke Off From Australia. About 155 million years ago, the continent of Argoland broke off from its home, the supercontinent Gondwana, drifted to the northwest, and — confoundingly — disappeared. But now, researchers say they’ve finally discovered its fate. (Futurism)
• Salah satu misteri terbesar di dunia geologi akhirnya terpecahkan: apa yang terjadi pada Argoland, benua yang menjadi kunci untuk menjelaskan asal usul keanekaragaman fauna Indonesia. (BBC News Indonesia)
• Sejumlah badan pemerintah Indonesia dan Australia berkumpul di Jakarta baru-baru ini sebagai bagian dari Kemitraan Australia Indonesia untuk Pembangunan Ekonomi (Prospera). Perwakilan dari kedua negara berbagi ide dan merencanakan kegiatan kolaboratif yang berkontribusi pada prioritas kemitraan ekonomi Indonesia-Australia. (Gatra.com)
• Warga Pulau Larat, Kabupaten Kepulauan Tanimbar, Maluku antusias dengan penukaran uang baru dari tim ekspedisi rupiah berdaulat Bank Indonesia (BI). (CNBC Indonesia)

Tune In

• Initially eliminated, the Indonesian team was finally able to compete in the FIFA U-17 World Cup competition because of its role as the host. But what are the team’s prospects in this world-class competition?
• Many Indonesian farmers stopped cultivating rice, and switched to other crops. The reason is, because there is no policy support in favour of this commodity. This might challenge Indonesian food security in the future. (SBS Indonesian)
• In her new book, ‘Systemic Silencing: Activism, Memory and Sexual Violence in Indonesia’, Talking Indonesia podcast, co-hosted by Dr Jemma Purdey from Monash University, Lis Kramer from UNSW, Tito Ambyo from RMIT and Dr Jacqui Baker from Murdoch University, takes a close look at the system itself and seeks to understand it in the context of Indonesia’s own colonial and post-colonial history, with Kate McGregor, professor of Southeast Asian history in the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne.

Events

• Petualangan Sherina 2 is coming to Australia! AIYA is very proud to co-host some film screenings in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane of the year’s most highly anticipated Indonesian blockbuster film, PETUALANGAN SHERINA 2 (Sherina’s Adventure 2)! Tickets are now live for you and your family and friends to witness the musical spectacular in Australia! Click here for more info!
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• Monash University Indonesia Campus is hosting a 2023 Monash Herb Feith Graduate Research Gala on 12 December 2023 at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Join them at their gala showcase event to explore how Monash Higher Degree by Research (HDR) contributes to real-world. Register here!
• Australia Indonesia Business Council invites you to attend The 2024 Indonesian Presidential Election: A radically new political landscape on the horizon? By Professor Greg Fealy on 22 Nov 2023 (5:30 pm – 7:30 pm) AEDT / GMT+11. Register here!
• ANU Indonesia Project is launching ‘Gender equality equality and diversity in Indonesia: Identifying progress and challenges’, by Angie Bexley, Sarah Dong & Diahhadi Setyonaluri on 5 December at ANU in Canberra. Click here for more info about their Book Launch event.
• The Faculty of Arts in University of Melbourne is inviting you to join their 42nd Indonesia Forum Symposium for postgraduate and early career researchers on Wed, 22 Nov 2023 9:45 AM – Thu, 23 Nov 2023 5:00 PM AEDT. Click here to get the ticket.
• The Australia-Indonesia Centre invites you to the Gathering of the Gamelans on Saturday, 25 November, 2023. This event will bring together 8 of Victoria’s leading traditional Indonesian arts organisations to perform at a free showcase of Indonesian gamelan music at the Northcote Uniting Church. Free Entry!

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• AIYA ACT is recruiting for AIYA ACT 2023 Executive Committee. Apply here before 18 November 23:59 AEDT.
• AIYA Jawa Barat opens recruitment for several positions in their team. Apply here before 25th November.
• AIYA Yogyakarta is looking for three new Executive Committees of AIYA Yogyakarta. Application due 17 November 2023.
• AIYA SA is on the lookout for several positions in their team. Click here for more information.
• AIYA Victoria is offering opportunities for those that want to join the committee in the 2024 period. Click here for more information.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here as applications will be reviewed continually.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• The Australian Government DFAT  is looking for a Program Officer for their Australian Mission to ASEAN. Start your application here before 15 November 2023 at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time).
• The Australian Government DFAT is seeking for a Strategic Communication Manager who will lead the development and delivery of Embassy-wide strategic communications campaigns to enhance Australia’s profile and advance Australia’s objectives in Indonesia. Apply here before 19 November 2023 at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time).
• Portalington Primary School is offering a part time position as a Classroom Teacher. Apply here before 15/11/2023 (Midnight)
• KATALIS – Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year.
• 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 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 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 more available vacancies information 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!

The Australia Awards in Indonesia hosted a networking lunch on 1 November 2023, bringing together participants from two Australia Awards Short Courses: The Grains Value Chain Leadership Program and Standards and Halal Certification. (Australia Awards Indonesia)

In the News

• Belajar dari kesuksesan Australia, Indonesia terus meningkatkan dampak layanan publik berbasis digital. Pembangunan Sistem Pemerintahan Berbasis Elektronik (SPBE) di Indonesia untuk mempermudah akses masyarakat pada layanan dasar terus dikembangkan. (Kementerian Pendayagunaan Aparatur Negara dan Reformasi Birokrasi Republik Indonesia)
• The Australia Awards in Indonesia hosted a networking lunch on 1 November 2023, bringing together participants from two Australia Awards Short Courses: The Grains Value Chain Leadership Program and Standards and Halal Certification. (Australia Awards Indonesia)
• Program Kemitraan Australia-Indonesia Sinergi dan Kolaborasi untuk Akselerasi Layanan Dasar (SKALA) resmi diluncurkan di Provinsi Gorontalo. Peresmian ditandai dengan pemukulan alat musik polopalo oleh Penjabat Sekretaris Daerah Budiyanto Sidiki bersama Konsul Jenderal Australia di Makassar. (Berita Gorontalo dari Pemerintah Provinsi Gorontalo)
• Seniman Bali berkolaborasi dengan seniman Australia akan memamerkan sejumlah karya di Perth, Australia Barat, pada 10-22 November 2023 dalam proyek seni bernama Drawing Cosmic Mantra, yang menampilkan gambaran refleksi diri perihal masa depan bumi. (ANTARA News)

Tune In

• Indonesian vocal group GAC performed for the first time in Sydney. This is what they say about it. (SBS Indonesian).
• Many Indonesian farmers stopped cultivating rice, and switched to other crops. The reason is, because there is no policy support in favour of this commodity. This might challenge Indonesian food security in the future. (SBS Indonesian)
• In her new book, ‘Systemic Silencing: Activism, Memory and Sexual Violence in Indonesia’, Talking Indonesia podcast, co-hosted by Dr Jemma Purdey from Monash University, Lis Kramer from UNSW, Tito Ambyo from RMIT and Dr Jacqui Baker from Murdoch University, takes a close look at the system itself and seeks to understand it in the context of Indonesia’s own colonial and post-colonial history, with Kate McGregor, professor of Southeast Asian history in the School of Historical and Philosophical Studies at the University of Melbourne. (Podcast Talking Indonesia)

Events

• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a Conference 2023 from 7 Nov 2023 8:45 am – 9 Nov 2023 5:00 pm AWST / GMT+8 at Grand Hyatt Jakarta, Indonesia. Register here.
• Australia Global Alumni in Indonesia, in partnership with the University of Queensland (UQ), is excited to present the dynamic panel discussion on “Digital Transformation in Indonesia’s Development Agenda” as part of our celebrations for the 70th anniversary of Australian scholarships in Indonesia. Please secure your spot by registering before Monday, 13 November, using this link.
• AASYP and AIYA is presenting a webinar “Introduction to Australia🇦🇺” on 25 Nov 2023, 3:00 – 4:30 PM Jakarta Time. Register here and get insights from us!
• NAILA’s People Choice award voting is now open! The candidates have submitted the funniest and wittiest clips. Now it’s our time to decide the winner! Vote here.
• AIYA NAILA is inviting us to celebrate ‘Awards Night Ceremony’ on 2 Dec at Glebe Town Hall. Register here and enjoy traditional Indonesian performances, Indonesian food and watch our talented winner’s speeches! 

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• 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.
• 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. 
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is looking for a professional to fill in the position of Finance Officer. Applications are now open and will close on 19 November 2023. Apply your application here.
• Good Return is seeking for a part-time job to fill in the position of Chief Development Director. Suitable for someone who available to work remotely. Apply your application here as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed continually.
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here as applications will be reviewed continually.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• International Internship is receiving applications for Environmental Internship Indonesia. The program is composed of a structured four-week internship with host organisations in Indonesia. NCP funding is available. Submit your applications by 7 Nov here.
• KATALIS – Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year.
• 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 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 more available vacancies information here.
• The Australian National University is offering various course about Indonesia and Australia bilateral relationship. Check if any course availability by demand. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, begfinners 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) affirmed that Indonesia has a huge opportunity to achieve the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision owing to the demographic bonus that will reach its peak in 2030. (AntaraNews)

In the News

• Youth development can enhance nation’s quality. The development of youth can lead Indonesia to have a more quality and competitive nation that has a strong and distinct character, Minister of Youth and Sports Dito Ariotedjo has stated. (AntaraNews)
• Australia, Indonesia urge securing ‘humanitarian access’ to Gaza. Indonesia welcomes UN resolution for immediate ‘durable and sustained humanitarian truce’ in Gaz. (AA)
• Indonesia encouraging Australians to go ‘beyond Bali’ and discover Lombok and Labuan Bajo ahead of new tourist tax. The Indonesian government has issued a fresh warning to Aussies tourists heading to Bali as the country looks to overhaul and rebalance its thriving tourism industry. (Sky News)
• The Indonesian government is currently intensively supporting and developing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to go global and go digital as part of the efforts to improve the economy. (AntaraNews)

Tune In

• Indonesia and Australia – regional co-operation and challenges. Our relationship with Indonesia has been marked by bloody conflicts, spying scandals and people smuggling struggles. Our militaries have clashed in Malaysia and East Timor, then we were brought together in grief over terror attacks in Bali. What is the current state of relations, and can they work together to shape the regions future? (ABC Nightlife)
• While there’s a lot of attention on the US-China rivalry and its implications for the region, Gatra and Tom focus on the different regional dynamics in Southeast Asia. Zooming in on Indonesia, Gatra Priyandita speaks to Natalie Sambhi about Indonesian politics and foreign policy and Australia’s relationship with Indonesia. They discuss Indonesia’s vision for the world and how it aligns with Australia’s. (AUS Strategy Policy Institute)

Events

• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 4pm WIB/ 5pm WITA/ 7pm AEST / 8pm AEDT. Join FLEX here.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• AIYA QLD – AIBC QLD Networking & Trivia Evening, This event will provide the opportunity to get to know each other while enjoying the fun of a team-based trivia competition. Venue is at KPMG Brisbane, apply here.
• ANU is hosting:
  • Indonesia-Australia Energy Transition Forum. What decarbonisation pathways are available to Australia and Indonesia as both countries transition energy sectors? 9:00am-12:45pm, hybrid event with the option to join online via Zoom or in-person at the ANU Acton campus. Join here.
• Indonesia-Australia Energy Transition Forum. What decarbonisation pathways are available to Australia and Indonesia as both countries transition energy sectors? Let’s join on Friday, November 3rd, 9:00am-12:45pm, hybrid event with the option to join online via Zoom or in-person at the Barton Theatre, ANU Acton campus. Join here.
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a conference from 7-9 November 2023. in Grand Hyatt Hotel Jakarta. Register here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Join the AIYA WA team and volunteer with like-minded individuals to strengthen the Aus-Indo relationship! The Australia Indonesia Youth Association Western Australia Chapter is looking for:  President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Communications Officer, Events Officer. Apply here. Applications close 31st October 2023.
• Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA) 2024 invites abstracts for papers, panels, and both physical and digital posters addressing the conference theme, as well as other contributions focusing on current and innovative themes and challenges in Asian Studies. Submit an abstract by 30 Oct here.
• ACICIS is hosting another Bahasa Sesh Challenge where you can win one free Indonesian Language Short Course, valued at over $3000! The challenge is extended until 31 October. Click here for more info.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here as applications will be reviewed continually.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• International Internship is receiving applications for Environmental Internship Indonesia. The program is composed of a structured four-week internship with host organisations in Indonesia. NCP funding is available. Submit your applications by 7 Nov here.
• KATALIS – Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support?Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year.
• 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.
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is seeking for an Executive Assistant to provide support to the Facility Director in daily administrative, planning, and travel related matters. Apply here before 8th November
• 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 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 more available vacancies information here.
• The Australian National University is offering various course about Indonesia and Australia bilateral relationship. Check if any course availability by demand. More info here.
• The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, begfinners 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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Indonesian Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Bintang Puspayoga (center) and Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Penny Williams (second from the left) held a bilateral meeting to discuss plans to solidify cooperation in the issues of women and children (Antara News)

In the News

• Building a Shared Understanding on Indonesia-Australia Research Partnerships: DFAT-KONEKSI Visit to Australia. The visit coincided with Indonesia Council Open Conference (ICOC) 2023. The theme, “Indonesia 25 Years On,” explored Indonesia’s transformation since former President Suharto stepped down in 1998. (KONEKSI)
• Analysis: Fear of a Jokowi political dynasty in Indonesia deepens after a controversial court ruling Indonesia’s Constitutional Court ruled that those who have been previously elected to regional posts can participate in the presidential election regardless of their age. Analysts say the changes greatly favour President Joko Widodo, clearing the path for his 36-year-old son Gibran Rakabuming Raka to participate in next February’s presidential election. (CNA)
• RI-Australia Dorong Pengurangan Sampah Plastik Pakai Inovasi. Akselerator Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network (IPPIN) adalah program pelatihan intensif untuk mengasah ide-ide dan membangun kesiapan pasar terkait pengelolaan sampah. Program ini lahir dari Plastics Innovation Hub Indonesia, sebuah kemitraan antara badan sains nasional Australia. (DetikEdu)
• Gig on the Green: An Unforgettable Night of Music and Reconnections welcome our new alumni and celebrate 70 years of Australian scholarships in Indonesia. his year is particularly special as we celebrate the deep people-to-people connections built through 70 years of Australian scholarships. (Australia Awards in Indonesia)

Tune In

• Indonesia and Australia – regional co-operation and challenges. Our relationship with Indonesia has been marked by bloody conflicts, spying scandals and people smuggling struggles. Our militaries have clashed in Malaysia and East Timor, then we were brought together in grief over terror attacks in Bali. What is the current state of relations, and can they work together to shape the regions future? (ABC Nightlife)
• While there’s a lot of attention on the US-China rivalry and its implications for the region, Gatra and Tom focus on the different regional dynamics in Southeast Asia. Zooming in on Indonesia, Gatra Priyandita speaks to Natalie Sambhi about Indonesian politics and foreign policy and Australia’s relationship with Indonesia. They discuss Indonesia’s vision for the world and how it aligns with Australia’s. (AUS Strategy Policy Institute)

Events

• AIYA National’s Cultural Diversity Committee! The “Kumpul” Committee, meaning “gathering” in Indonesian, was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of Australia following NAIDOC week 2021. It has now broadened its scope to encapsulate the cultural diversity of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our Book/Movie Club? Join the FB group the WA group here.
  • To keep up with all Kumpul events, join the WA group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info or find the schedule here.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• AIYA QLD – AIBC QLD Networking & Trivia Evening, This event will provide the opportunity to get to know each other while enjoying the fun of a team-based trivia competition. Venue is at KPMG Brisbane, apply here.
• AIYA Yogyakarta Chills and Thrills is a continuation event from the previous Mythology Language Exchange. Friday, October 20th 2023,19:00 – 20:30 WIB at Balakosa Bistro, Coffee, & Spac. Register here.
• Sydney Southeast Asia Centre – University of Sydney is holding the SSEAC roundtable discussion with Professor David Cohen (Stanford University) on 23 Oct. Attend in-person the event and grab your free admission. Professor David Cohen is a leading expert in the fields of human rights, international law and transitional justice, as well as one of the world’s leading social and legal historians of ancient Greece. Apply here.
• The Australian National University is hosting an Indonesia study group on “A portrait of judicial corruption in Indonesia” on 25 October at 12.30pm AEDT/8.30am WIB. More info here.
• Indonesia-Australia Energy Transition Forum. What decarbonisation pathways are available to Australia and Indonesia as both countries transition energy sectors? Let’s join on Friday, November 3rd, 9:00am-12:45pm, hybrid event with the option to join online via Zoom or in-person at the ANU Acton campus. Join here.
• Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, the Embassy of Indonesia in Australia, will hold a training for Foreign Learners of Bahasa Indonesia with the theme “Local Wisdom-Based Instruction in Indonesian for Foreign Learners (BIPA),” on 28-29 October, starts from 9 o’clock each day, by hybrid from Embassy of Indonesia for Australia in Canberra. BIPA trainers and teachers are encouraged to participate, by registering here.
• The 8th ANNUAL Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival 2023, theme: Quest / Pencarian premieres on 19 Oct in Melbourne at ACMI and Yogyakarta at STMM MMTC. View the trailer here. Please share it with your friends!
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a conference from 7-9 November 2023. in Grand Hyatt hotel Jakarta. Register here.
• Monash Herb Feith Indonesian Engagement Centre will be hosting Monash Herb Feith Graduate Research Gala on 12 Dec at 6.30pm at Monash University Indonesia Campus. Register now here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Nominations are officially open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute’s Indonesian Studies Awards! Let’s celebrate the incredible educators and researchers in Australia who’ve strengthened the bonds between our nations. Know someone making a difference in Indonesian studies? Nominate them now! 🙌🏼
• Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA) 2024 invites abstracts for papers, panels, and both physical and digital posters addressing the conference theme, as well as other contributions focusing on current and innovative themes and challenges in Asian Studies. Submit an abstract by 30 Oct here.
• KONEKSI is seeking a Stakeholder Liaison Coordinator to support a range of Stakeholder Liaison tasks to coordinate various administrative requirements, permits, paperwork and other necessary documents from relevant GoI ministries/agencies to enable a timely implementation of collaborative research activities. Apply here by 20 Oct.
• International Internship is receiving applications for Environmental Internship Indonesia. The program is composed of a structured four-week internship with host organisations in Indonesia. NCP funding is available. Submit your applications by 7 Nov here.
• The Australia-Indonesia Institute Annual Grants Round 2023-24 is now open for applications. Enquire here by 19 October.
• ACICIS is hosting another Bahasa Sesh Challenge where you can win one free Indonesian Language Short Course, valued at over $3000! The challenge will be open from 1 to 26 October 2023. Click here for more info. 
• Victoria State Government is holding the Language Assistants Program (LAP) 2024. LAP 2024  places up to 37 language assistants in selected Victorian government schools from Terms 2 to 4 each year to enrich their languages programs. Submit your application here before 17 Oct.
• DFAT is seeking for Public Diplomacy Officer position placement in The Australian Consulate-General in Surabaya (ACGS), Indonesia.  For those who mastering in media and public diplomacy activities, submit your application here no later than 17 Oct at 11.30pm (Jakarta Time)
• 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. 
• DFAT is seeking for:
  • Finance Officer IDR 16,353,701 per month. The Finance Officer will play a particularly key role in ensuring smooth processing of financial services and will routinely liaise directly with other staff within the Embassy and Consulate- General offices. This vacancy will close on 29 October 2023 at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time).
  • Corporate Services Manager IDR 17,220,332 per month. The position holds primary responsibility for finance functions, procurement, property services and transport. This vacancy will close on 24 October at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time)
• 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.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• 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 more available vacancies information here.
• International Internships has opened applications for their Environmental Internships 2024. Interact with key stakeholders, undertake professional visits and more during this 4-week internship. Apply by 7 November here.
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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 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 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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Duta Besar Australia untuk Indonesia Penny Williams menekankan pentingnya kerja sama pendidikan antara Indonesia dan Australia dalam upaya meningkatkan hubungan kedua negara. (AntaraNews)

In the News

• Bahasa Indonesia pernah menjadi mata pelajaran penting di Australia, berpuluh tahun lalu. Prof George Quinn, peneliti sastra Jawa dari Australian National University, menyebutkan, dulu puluhan ribu anak belajar bahasa Indonesia, mulai pendidikan dasar, menengah, hingga perguruan tinggi. Bahkan di negara bagian Victoria, terdapat 60.000 yang mendapatkan pengajaran bahasa Indonesia. (KR Jogja)
• Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo recently unveiled the country’s preliminary long-term development plan, with direct reference to “influence” as a strategic objective. (Lowy Institute)
• Kementerian Kelautan dan Perikanan (KKP) dan Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia memperkuat kerjasama melindungi warisan budaya air Indonesia. Kerja sama tersebut dilakukan dalam bentuk pencatatan dan kajian bersejarah warisan budaya bawah air Indonesia yang ditandai melalui penandatanganan Technical Agreement bersama. (Tempo.co)
• Pada Hari Anak Perempuan Sedunia (11 Oktober), Mattel, perusahaan mainan global terkemuka dan pemilik salah satu portofolio waralaba hiburan anak dan keluarga terkuat di dunia, mengumumkan kerjasamanya dengan Departemen Luar Negeri dan Perdagangan (DFAT) Australia, melalui program New Colombo Plan (NCP) serta berbagai universitas terkemuka yakni University of Melbourne dan mitranya, Universitas Indonesia, untuk meluncurkan Dream Gap Project di kawasan Asia Pasifik. (Bagikan Berita)
• Program kemitraan antara Australia-Indonesia, yakni Sinergi dan Kolaborasi untuk Akselerasi Layanan Dasar (SKALA) resmi diluncurkan di Provinsi Gorontalo, Rabu (11/10/2023). (Mimoza)

Tune In

• Batik Day (Hari Batik Nasional), which is celebrated on 2 October, is an Indonesian cultural day for celebrating batik – the traditional cloth of Indonesia. Amidst many and various batik traders, how can one survive? Listen to Sri Dean’s interview on the occasion of National Batik Day. (SBS Indonesian)

Events

• AIYA National’s Cultural Diversity Committee! The “Kumpul” Committee, meaning “gathering” in Indonesian, was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of Australia following NAIDOC week 2021. It has now broadened its scope to encapsulate the cultural diversity of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our Book/Movie Club? Join the FB group the WA group here.
  • To keep up with all Kumpul events, join the WA group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info or find the schedule here.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• Sydney Southeast Asia Centre – University of Sydney is holding the SSEAC roundtable discussion with Professor David Cohen (Stanford University) on 23 Oct. Attend in-person the event and grab your free admission. Professor David Cohen is a leading expert in the fields of human rights, international law and transitional justice, as well as one of the world’s leading social and legal historians of ancient Greece. Apply here.
• The Australian National University is hosting an Indonesia study group on “A portrait of judicial corruption in Indonesia” on 25 October at 12.30pm AEDT/8.30am WIB. More info here.
• Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, the Embassy of Indonesia in Australia, will hold a training for Foreign Learners of Bahasa Indonesia with the theme “Local Wisdom-Based Instruction in Indonesian for Foreign Learners (BIPA),” on 28-29 October, starts from 9 o’clock each day, by hybrid from Embassy of Indonesia for Australia in Canberra. BIPA trainers and teachers are encouraged to participate, by registering here.
• The 8th ANNUAL Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival 2023, theme: Quest / Pencarian premieres on 19 Oct in Melbourne at ACMI and Yogyakarta at STMM MMTC. View the trailer here. Please share it with your friends!
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a conference from 7-9 November 2023. in Grand Hyatt hotel Jakarta. Register here.
• Monash Herb Feith Indonesian Engagement Centre will be hosting Monash Herb Feith Graduate Research Gala on 12 Dec at 6.30pm at Monash University Indonesia Campus. Register now here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Nominations are officially open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute’s Indonesian Studies Awards! Let’s celebrate the incredible educators and researchers in Australia who’ve strengthened the bonds between our nations. Know someone making a difference in Indonesian studies? Nominate them now! 🙌🏼
• Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA) 2024 invites abstracts for papers, panels, and both physical and digital posters addressing the conference theme, as well as other contributions focusing on current and innovative themes and challenges in Asian Studies. Submit an abstract by 30 Oct here.
• KONEKSI is seeking a Stakeholder Liaison Coordinator to support a range of Stakeholder Liaison tasks to coordinate various administrative requirements, permits, paperwork and other necessary documents from relevant GoI ministries/agencies to enable a timely implementation of collaborative research activities. Apply here by 20 Oct.
• International Internship is receiving applications for Environmental Internship Indonesia. The program is composed of a structured four-week internship with host organisations in Indonesia. NCP funding is available. Submit your applications by 7 Nov here.
• The Australia-Indonesia Institute Annual Grants Round 2023-24 is now open for applications. Enquire here by 19 October.
• ACICIS is hosting another Bahasa Sesh Challenge where you can win one free Indonesian Language Short Course, valued at over $3000! The challenge will be open from 1 to 26 October 2023. Click here for more info. 
• Victoria State Government is holding the Language Assistants Program (LAP) 2024. LAP 2024  places up to 37 language assistants in selected Victorian government schools from Terms 2 to 4 each year to enrich their languages programs. Submit your application here before 17 Oct.
• DFAT is seeking for Public Diplomacy Officer position placement in The Australian Consulate-General in Surabaya (ACGS), Indonesia.  For those who mastering in media and public diplomacy activities, submit your application here no later than 17 Oct at 11.30pm (Jakarta Time)
• 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. 
• 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.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• 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 more available vacancies information here.
• International Internships has opened applications for their Environmental Internships 2024. Interact with key stakeholders, undertake professional visits and more during this 4-week internship. Apply by 7 November here.
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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 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 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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Sebagai wujud dari preservasi warisan budaya bangsa, Kementerian BUMN mempersembahkan Istana Berbatik yang dilaksanakan di kawasan Istana Merdeka, Jakarta. (Republika)

In the News

• TikTok ends its retail business in Indonesia after the Indonesian government announced the new regulation banning e-commerce transactions on social media platforms. (ABC News)
• Australia offers $17m payout to more than 120 Indonesians Indonesian children jailed as adults. (BBC News)
• Indonesia launched its first carbon exchange market. As background, Indonesia has enacted a number of legislation regarding carbon trading in Indonesia. (Norton Rose Fulbright)
• The Indonesian Navy’s Hydro-Oceanographic Center (Pushidrosal) and the Australian Navy (RAN) are conducting a two-month joint survey of the seabed in the Timor Sea border area. (ANTARA News)
• Dampak dari tingginya angka penyalahgunaan visa perlindungan, Australia mulai melakukan tindakan tegas untuk mengembalikan integrasi dalam sistem proses penerbitan visa. (Detik News)
• Momentum Piala Dunia 2034 bisa menjadi kesempatan bagus bagi Indonesia untuk mengajukan diri sebagai tuan rumah bersama Australia. (CNN Indonesia)
• The Consulate-General in Bali announced the appointment of Jo Stevens as Australia’s next Consul-General in Bali. (Australia Foreign Affair Minister)
• Australia has recorded its driest ever September on record, according to the Bureau of Meteorology’s latest drought report. (News.com.au)
• Endangered Sumatran rhinoceros, the smallest and hairiest species, born in the Indonesian conservation area. (ABC News)

Tune In

• Batik Day (Hari Batik Nasional), which is celebrated on 2 October, is an Indonesian cultural day for celebrating batik – the traditional cloth of Indonesia. Amidst many and various batik traders, how can one survive? Listen to Sri Dean’s interview on the occasion of National Batik Day. (SBS Indonesian)

Events

• AIYA National’s Cultural Diversity Committee! The “Kumpul” Committee, meaning “gathering” in Indonesian, was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of Australia following NAIDOC week 2021. It has now broadened its scope to encapsulate the cultural diversity of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our Book/Movie Club? Join the FB group the WA group here.
  • To keep up with all Kumpul events, join the WA group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info or find the schedule here.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• AIYA Yogyakarta is organising a session-talk the “Language Exchange #3” in Seven Stones Rainforest Coffee on 10 Oct at 4pm. Join and have a cup of coffee with us!
• Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, in collaboration with the Embassy of Indonesia in Australia, will hold a training for Foreign Learners of Bahasa Indonesia with the theme “Local Wisdom-Based Instruction in Indonesian for Foreign Learners (BIPA),” on 28-29 October, starts from 9 o’clock each day, by hybrid from Embassy of Indonesia for Australia in Canberra. BIPA trainers and teachers are encouraged to participate, by registering here.
• The 8th ANNUAL Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival 2023, theme: Quest / Pencarian premieres on 19 Oct in Melbourne at ACMI and Yogyakarta at STMM MMTC. View the trailer here. Please share it with your friends!
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a conference from 7-9 November 2023. in Grand Hyatt hotel Jakarta. Register here. 
• Australia Awards Indonesia is organising a youth alumni event named “the Gig on the Green” on 14 Oct with performances by Tompi, Scaller, and the Australian musical group Germein. Make sure to RSVP here before 11 October at 11:59 PM.
• Sydney Southeast Asia Centre – University of Sydney is holding the SSEAC roundtable discussion with Professor David Cohen (Stanford University) on 23 Oct. Attend in-person the event and grab your free admission. Professor David Cohen is a leading expert in the fields of human rights, international law and transitional justice, as well as one of the world’s leading social and legal historians of ancient Greece. Apply here.

Opportunities

• AIYA Blog accepts open and roll submissions from Indonesians and Australians about anything to do with the bilateral relationship?
  • Share with us your story of any study exchange or working holiday in Australia, fun facts about Bahasa Indonesia or English, review a book, a movie, a TV show or another piece of media related to Indonesian or Australian culture,  policy and law developments between the two countries that you want to explore with an engaged audience of AIYA Blog readers.
  • Maybe you have an idea but you’re not sure how to write it? You can also pitch ideas to our blog editors and they will workshop your article with you! 
  • Please email your submission to [email protected] and one of our amazing editors will work with you to get your work published on the AIYA Blog. 
  • Submissions are open in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Nominations are officially open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute’s Indonesian Studies Awards! Let’s celebrate the incredible educators and researchers in Australia who’ve strengthened the bonds between our nations. Know someone making a difference in Indonesian studies? Nominate them now! 🙌🏼
• Applications are now open for the 2023 Herb Feith Centre Fellowship, a program designed to assist doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars with the publication of their research in relation to social justice in Indonesia. Apply here by 15 October.
• The Australia-Indonesia Institute Annual Grants Round 2023-24 is now open for applications. Enquire here by 19 October.
• ACICIS is now hiring a Liaison Officer for ACICIS Professional Practicum Programs in Jakarta. Apply now here, until 15 October.
• ACICIS is hosting another Bahasa Sesh Challenge where you can win one free Indonesian Language Short Course, valued at over $3000! The challenge will be open from 1 to 26 October 2023. Click here for more info.
• The Center for Indonesian Policy Studies is opening a vacancy in the design graphics position. Submit here no later than 9 Oct. 
• Victoria State Government is holding the Language Assistants Program (LAP) 2024. LAP 2024  places up to 37 language assistants in selected Victorian government schools from Terms 2 to 4 each year to enrich their languages programs. Submit your application here before 17 Oct.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for a Senior Policy Manager, Digital position in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Senior Policy Manager has a critical role in providing advice and research, as well as project support to the Ambassador and all A-Based members of the Economic and Trade section on issues related to Indonesia’s digital economy and other economic issues relevant to the bilateral relationship as required. Apply here before 15 October at 11.30pm (Jakarta Time). 
• DFAT is seeking for Public Diplomacy Officer position placement in The Australian Consulate-General in Surabaya (ACGS), Indonesia.  For those who mastering in media and public diplomacy activities, submit your application here no later than 17 Oct at 11.30pm (Jakarta Time)
• 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. 
• 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.
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible here.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• 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 more available vacancies information here.
• International Internships has opened applications for their Environmental Internships 2024. Interact with key stakeholders, undertake professional visits and more during this 4-week internship. Apply by 7 November here.
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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 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 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here

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President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo on Monday inaugurated a $7.3 billion high-speed railway connecting Jakarta with the city of Bandung, which was developed with a China-backed project. The 142-kilometre (88.23-mile) railway, one of President Jokowi’s flagship infrastructure projects, faced problems ranging from land procurement issues, pandemic-related delays and ballooning costs. Monday’s launch for the bullet train named “Whoosh” is far behind an original target of operations in 2019. (The Jakarta Post)

In the News

• Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) menerima kunjungan dari delegasi Australia-Indonesia Muslim Exchange Program (AIMEP) 2023 pada Rabu (27/9), di Kampus Terpadu UII. AIMEP sendiri merupakan inisiatif people-to-people (antarorang) yang mendekatkan para pemimpin Muslim di Australia dan Indonesia melalui program yang intens dengan pertukaran budaya, sosial, antar agama, dan intelektual. (Universitas Islam Indonesia)
• Presiden Timor Leste Jose Ramos-Horta menegaskan pihaknya belum membahas kerja sama militer apapun dengan China. Ia juga menekankan bahwa Timor Leste tidak akan mengambil kebijakan yang dinilai dapat mengganggu keamanan di kawasan, khususnya negara-negara tetangga seperti Indonesia dan Australia. (Kantor Berita Republik Merdeka)
• Australian F-35 fifth-generation stealth fighters are taking part in an exercise in Indonesia, on the last leg of a deployment that has seen the jets visit the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia for the first time. The six Lockheed-Martin F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters from 75 Squadron of the Royal Australian Air Force, or RAAF, are currently taking part in Exercise Elang Ausindo with Indonesian Air Force Lockheed-Martin F-16 fighter jets at Manado on Indonesia’s North Sulawesi Island from Sept. 18 to Sept. 28. (Defense News)

Tune In

• Australians are being told to expect warmer and drier conditions this summer. But the Bureau of Meteorology is still holding out from declaring a El Nino event – for the moment. Find out more Hotter, drier summer predicted for Australia thanks to El Nino (SBS)

Events

• AIYA National’s Cultural Diversity Committee! The “Kumpul” Committee, meaning “gathering” in Indonesian, was established to connect with and celebrate the Indigenous cultures of Australia following NAIDOC week 2021. It has now broadened its scope to encapsulate the cultural diversity of both Australia and Indonesia.
  • Interested in joining our Book/Movie Club? Join the FB group the WA group here.
  • To keep up with all Kumpul events, join the WA group here.
• JOIN AIYA ON DISCORD! AIYA would like to cordially invite you to join our Discord, an online group-chatting platform. We will be using Discord a digital hub for AIYA activities including:
  • Games nights – AIYA will be hosting casual and impromptu gatherings on Discord
  • Ngobrol santai – any AIYA member can join and chat with other members whenever you want.
• JOIN AIYA FLEX – our online language exchange is open to anyone with any level of Indonesian and English! It is held monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 1pm WIB/4pm AEST. Join FLEX here.
• 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. In-person language exchange is on:
  • NSW: Every Thursday, 6:30pm, alternating between in-person and online on Zoom. Follow @aiya_nsw on Instagram or Facebook for more info or find the schedule here.
  • VIC: Every Wednesday, 6pm, Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre. Follow @aiya_victoria on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
  • YOGYA: Biweekly on Mondays, 7pm, Lokio Cafe. Follow @aiya.yogyakarta on Instagram or Facebook for more info.
• Join AIYA ACT’s weekly Gamelan classes every Monday, 6-8pm, in the ANU School of Music, Room 680!  
• The ANU Indonesia Institute is hosting an Indonesia Study Group seminar about ‘The Prospect of Energy Transition in Indonesia’ on 27 Sept, 12:30-2pm. Click here for more info.
• The 8th ANNUAL Australia Indonesia Short Film Festival 2023, theme: Quest / Pencarian premieres on  19 October in Melbourne at ACMI and Yogyakarta at STMM MMTC. View our festival trailer here. Please share it with your friends!
• Indonesia Australia Business Council is holding a conference from the 7th – 9th Nov 2023. in Grand Hyatt hotel Jakarta. Apply here.

Opportunities

• AIYA National’s ‘My Favourite Moments in Australia’ photo competition is now open! Post your photos before 23.59 WIB on 6 Oct for a chance to win prizes.
• AIYEP is looking for organisations and businesses across Canberra to intern 21 Indonesian delegates. Indonesian participants will engage in full-time internships for three weeks from November 13 to December 1 2023. AIYEP participants are expected to engage in a minimum of 30 hours of work per week within the internship. 📄. Submit your organisation’s EOI here by 30th September 2023.
• AIYEP are seeking families in Canberra to share their home life with an AIYEP participant from Indonesia on a short term placement from 11 November to 3 December. Find out more here and apply through this link by 30 September!
• AIYEP is looking for organisations and businesses across Canberra to intern 21 Indonesian delegates. Submit your organisation’s expression of interest here by 30 September.
• Nominations are officially open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute’s Indonesian Studies Awards! Let’s celebrate the incredible educators and researchers in Australia who’ve strengthened the bonds between our nations. Know someone making a difference in Indonesian studies? Nominate them now! 🙌🏼
• The Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur (KIAT) is looking for an Indonesia-based Transport Economist. Apply here by 2 Oct.
• ABC is looking for a Digital & Social Journalist (Indonesian) to plan, source and produce digital content to reach and engage new and existing Indonesian-speaking digital audiences across the Indo-Pacific region. Apply here by 3 Oct.  
• Applications are now open for the 2023 Herb Feith Centre Fellowship, a program designed to assist doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars with the publication of their research in relation to social justice in Indonesia. Apply here by 15 October.
• The Australia-Indonesia Institute Annual Grants Round 2023-24 is now open for applications. Enquire here by 19 October.
• ACICIS is now hiring a Liaison Officer for ACICIS Professional Practicum Programs in Jakarta. Apply now here, until 15 October.
• ACICIS is hosting another Bahasa Sesh Challenge where you can win one free Indonesian Language Short Course, valued at over $3000! Click here for more info.
• 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.
• 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. 
• Do you have a great Indonesia-Australia business development idea that needs connecting and support? Submit your ideas to Katalis through its business portal here. Proposals can be submitted all year, and will be subject to approval from the governments of Indonesia and Australia.
• Good Return is seeking for an Indonesia Program Coordinator. Suitable for someone who excels at forming partnerships and is interested in building the financial wellbeing and capability of people in Indonesia. Apply as soon as possible HERE.
• Inside Indonesia is looking for a reliable volunteer to help with uploading a few articles to the website every couple of weeks. Please send your interest to [email protected]
• International Internships has announced RMIT Science and Computing Technology Capstone Projects. Work in a small team of RMIT students to complete a real-world project for an Indonesian host organisation. Eligible students can receive generous New Colombo Plan (NCP) grants. For more information visit which has the project details and NCP eligibility requirements here.
• International Internships has opened applications for their Environmental Internships 2024. Interact with key stakeholders, undertake professional visits and more during this 4-week internship. Apply by 7th November here.
• KIAT (Kemitraan Indonesia Australia untuk Infrastruktur) is opening various employment opportunities and current tenders. Find out more 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 is hiring for Lecturers for their Indonesian language and studies program. Apply here by 2nd October.
• The Australian National University 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 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, or contact Han on 081119337855. For more information click here.

Like what we do? Want to join or support your local chapter to contribute to our exciting activities? Sign up as an AIYA member today!