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Links 15 September 2025

Introducing the new AIYA Board of Directors, ready to connect, inspire, and empower youth across Australia and Indonesia! Check out the AIYA National Instagram to get to know the new directors.

In The News

On The Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • AIA SYDNEY CITY CULTURAL WALK – We would like to invite you to come on a two hour walk from Wynyard Park to Dixon St in the city on SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2025. Our guide is Neil Smith President of Blacktown Historical Society and A.I.A committee member. AIYA members can join the walk for the same fee ($5) as AIA members. Register yourself here!!
  • Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to our Generation Asia masterclass (Wednesday, 17 September 2025) featuring Jeremy Dicker, Managing Editor of the International Intrigue. In a world where geopolitics demands more attention than ever, what role do humour and modern media play? See here for more details and email [email protected] to register.
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continuing to hold Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!

Tune In

  • The ambition to develop a career pathway for Indonesian nurses wishing to further their skills in Australia has taken another step following a meeting of industry leaders from both countries. Representatives from the nursing regulatory, training, union and university sectors from both countries attended a two day event in Jakarta to discuss the requirements for a model of work placement and skills exchange. Find out more about the news!
  • Governments across Asia are confronting a new kind of policy challenge — one that’s moving faster than most have ever had to legislate for. The astonishing speed of generative AI development has prompted both excitement and alarm in Asia’s capitals, where the potential for economic growth and national prestige is being weighed against serious questions about risk, regulation, and long-term control. Listen here for more.
  • The Federal Government has announced plans to scrap import taxes on 500 products, ranging from wine glasses to air conditioners. Listen here for in depth knowledge.

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Nominations for the 2025 Australia-Indonesia Institute Indonesian Studies Awards are now open. The Australia-Indonesia Institute’s (AII) Indonesian Studies Awards recognise the achievements and contributions of Indonesian language teachers, researchers, and leaders in Indonesian cultural outreach in Australia. The closing date for receiving nominations is 1 October 2025. Further information can be found here.
  • The Global Scholars Club is a new community helping underrepresented young people access international opportunities by sharing real stories, free resources, and practical insights from past scholars. We publish reflections and guides on our Substack – you can check it out here. 
    The founder, Billy Blackett, is particularly passionate about Indonesia, having participated in the Australian Indonesian Youth Exchange Program. He shares regular updates on opportunities and reflections via LinkedIn, and is always happy to field questions or provide application support as a Rhodes Scholar and alumnus of NCP and AIYEP. Connect with Billy for more insight!
  • The University of Melbourne is looking for Strategic Communications Specialist (Chancellery). Click here for more information about the opportunity!
  • Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is currently seeking a Digital Communication Officer to provides timely communication support and advice for the department’s business units, senior executive and ministerial offices. Apply here!
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Check here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links, AIYA News

Links 8 September 2025

Introducing the new AIYA Board of Directors, ready to connect, inspire, and empower youth across Australia and Indonesia! Check out the AIYA National Instagram to get to know the new directors.

In The News

On The Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • AIA SYDNEY CITY CULTURAL WALK – We would like to invite you to come on a two hour walk from Wynyard Park to Dixon St in the city on SUNDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2025. Our guide is Neil Smith President of Blacktown Historical Society and A.I.A committee member. AIYA members can join the walk for the same fee ($5) as AIA members. Register yourself here!!
  • The “Carbon Capital: Building the Indonesia-Australia Carbon Market” webinar scheduled for September 11, 2025, focuses on collaboration in carbon trading and environmental finance between the two countries. Industry leaders discuss carbon market mechanisms, bilateral opportunities, and sustainability goals. Interested individuals and organizations can register in here. Apply before 10 September at 5.00 PM.
  • Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to our Generation Asia masterclass (Wednesday, 17 September 2025) featuring Jeremy Dicker, Managing Editor of the International Intrigue. In a world where geopolitics demands more attention than ever, what role do humour and modern media play? See here for more details and email [email protected] to register.
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continuing to hold Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!

Tune In

  • The ambition to develop a career pathway for Indonesian nurses wishing to further their skills in Australia has taken another step following a meeting of industry leaders from both countries. Representatives from the nursing regulatory, training, union and university sectors from both countries attended a two day event in Jakarta to discuss the requirements for a model of work placement and skills exchange. Find out more about the news!
  • Governments across Asia are confronting a new kind of policy challenge — one that’s moving faster than most have ever had to legislate for. The astonishing speed of generative AI development has prompted both excitement and alarm in Asia’s capitals, where the potential for economic growth and national prestige is being weighed against serious questions about risk, regulation, and long-term control. Listen here for more.
  • The Federal Government has announced plans to scrap import taxes on 500 products, ranging from wine glasses to air conditioners. Listen here for in depth knowledge.

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • Nominations for the 2025 Australia-Indonesia Institute Indonesian Studies Awards are now open. The Australia-Indonesia Institute’s (AII) Indonesian Studies Awards recognise the achievements and contributions of Indonesian language teachers, researchers, and leaders in Indonesian cultural outreach in Australia. Further information can be found here.
  • Austrade is seeking a Business Analyst and Partnerships Manager and a Corporate Services Adviser based in Jakarta.
  • The Global Scholars Club is a new community helping underrepresented young people access international opportunities by sharing real stories, free resources, and practical insights from past scholars. We publish reflections and guides on our Substack – you can check it out here. 
    Our founder, Billy Blackett, is particularly passionate about Indonesia, having participated in the Australian Indonesian Youth Exchange Program. He shares regular updates on opportunities and reflections via LinkedIn, and is always happy to field questions or provide application support as a Rhodes Scholar and alumnus of NCP and AIYEP. Connect with Billy for more insight!
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Check here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links

Links 25 August 2025

Introducing the new AIYA Board of Directors, ready to connect, inspire, and empower youth across Australia and Indonesia! Check out the AIYA National Instagram to get to know the new directors.

In the News

  • Menyusul langkah sejumlah negara, Australia akan mengakui negara Palestina dalam Sidang Majelis Umum Perserikatan Bangsa-Bangsa, September nanti. Perdana Menteri Australia Anthony Albanese, Senin (11/8/2025), mengatakan, pihaknya akan mengakui Palestina dan hak bangsa Palestina menentukan nasib sendiri. (Kompas)
  • Indonesia will celebrate the 80th anniversary of its independence on Aug. 17 with a grand public festival in the heart of Jakarta, featuring parades, music, food, and fireworks. (Jakarta Globe)
  • The Indonesian government has issued Government Bonds in Australian Dollar currency, known as Kangaroo Bonds. The total issuance from the inaugural transaction through the Australian Medium-Term Notes (AMTN) program reached AU$800 million or approximately Rp8.5 trillion (assuming an exchange rate of Rp10,630 per AU$). (Tempo)
  • Jelang 80 Tahun HUT RI, Inilah Hal-hal yang Belum Selesai dalam Setahun Terakhir – Peringatan kemerdekaan tahun ini sedikit istimewa karena Indonesia memasuki tonggak pencapaian baru, yang tepat mencapai 80 tahun. Seperti yang hampir selalu dilakukan setiap tahun di bulan Agustus, banyak dari kita yang mempertanyakan apakah kita sudah benar-benar merdeka? (ABC News)
  • The Indonesian government is clamping down on the display of a popular Japanese anime flag by frustrated youth, with some authorities claiming it could “divide” the nation. As the country prepares to celebrate Independence Day on August 17, the emblem of the One Piece flag has been increasingly popping up on vehicles and outside homes. (ABC News)
  • What Australia’s shift on Palestinian state means for politics and alliances across the Asia-Pacific region – Australia’s move to recognise a Palestinian state marks a historic shift in its policy and brings it in line with many of its South-East Asian neighbours. (ABC News)

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • Australia Awards is hosting ‘Negara Hukum: Civil Society and the Rule of Law in Indonesia’: a guest lecture by Professor Tim Lindsey on Friday, 29 August 2025. Find more details and a link to RSVP here.
  • Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to our Generation Asia masterclass (Wednesday, 17 September 2025) featuring Jeremy Dicker, Managing Editor of the International Intrigue. In a world where geopolitics demands more attention than ever, what role do humour and modern media play? See here for more details and email [email protected] to register.
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continuing to hold Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!

Tune In

  • ‘Bukan Hanya Ritual’: Bagaimana Kelompok Ini Peringati Kemerdekaan RI Ke-80 di Australia dengan Berbeda – APSN mengambil bagian dalam memperingati hari kemerdekaan Indonesia ke-80 dengan menyoroti bagaimana gerakan solidaritas internasional mendukung republik ini untuk mencapai kemerdekaannya. Dengarkan di sini. (SBS Bahasa Indonesia)
  • Palm oil contributes to up 4,5% to Indonesia’s GDP and unlike other commodities, the Indonesia government promotes palm oil as motor of rural developments. Ara Simanjuntak, PhD candidate from Northwestern University reveals the perspective about the fundamentally transforming the nature of rural development in Indonesia. Listen here for depth insight (Talking Indonesian)

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? ASEAN-Australia Center is proudly presenting Young Leaders Dialogue, a program of virtual workshops, a six-day intensive in Australia, and a three-day experience in Kuala Lumpur. Check more detail here and apply here by 19 Aug.
  • Monash University’s International Portfolio is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader for the role of Director, Australia-Indonesia Centre (AIC). Apply here by 24 Aug.
  • Austrade is seeking a Business Analyst and Partnerships Manager and a Corporate Services Adviser based in Jakarta.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Check out this job at Monash University: Public Policy – Academic Opportunities – Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor! Submit your application here before 24 Aug.
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Check here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links

Links 18 August 2025

Introducing the new AIYA Board of Directors, ready to connect, inspire, and empower youth across Australia and Indonesia! Check out the AIYA National Instagram to get to know the new directors.

In the News

  • Menyusul langkah sejumlah negara, Australia akan mengakui negara Palestina dalam Sidang Majelis Umum Perserikatan Bangsa-Bangsa, September nanti. Perdana Menteri Australia Anthony Albanese, Senin (11/8/2025), mengatakan, pihaknya akan mengakui Palestina dan hak bangsa Palestina menentukan nasib sendiri. (Kompas)
  • Indonesia will celebrate the 80th anniversary of its independence on Aug. 17 with a grand public festival in the heart of Jakarta, featuring parades, music, food, and fireworks. (Jakarta Globe)
  • The Indonesian government has issued Government Bonds in Australian Dollar currency, known as Kangaroo Bonds. The total issuance from the inaugural transaction through the Australian Medium-Term Notes (AMTN) program reached AU$800 million or approximately Rp8.5 trillion (assuming an exchange rate of Rp10,630 per AU$). (Tempo)
  • Jelang 80 Tahun HUT RI, Inilah Hal-hal yang Belum Selesai dalam Setahun Terakhir – Peringatan kemerdekaan tahun ini sedikit istimewa karena Indonesia memasuki tonggak pencapaian baru, yang tepat mencapai 80 tahun. Seperti yang hampir selalu dilakukan setiap tahun di bulan Agustus, banyak dari kita yang mempertanyakan apakah kita sudah benar-benar merdeka? (ABC News)
  • The Indonesian government is clamping down on the display of a popular Japanese anime flag by frustrated youth, with some authorities claiming it could “divide” the nation. As the country prepares to celebrate Independence Day on August 17, the emblem of the One Piece flag has been increasingly popping up on vehicles and outside homes. (ABC News)
  • What Australia’s shift on Palestinian state means for politics and alliances across the Asia-Pacific region – Australia’s move to recognise a Palestinian state marks a historic shift in its policy and brings it in line with many of its South-East Asian neighbours. (ABC News)

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • Australia Awards is hosting ‘Negara Hukum: Civil Society and the Rule of Law in Indonesia’: a guest lecture by Professor Tim Lindsey on Friday, 29 August 2025. Find more details and a link to RSVP here.
  • Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to our Generation Asia masterclass (Wednesday, 17 September 2025) featuring Jeremy Dicker, Managing Editor of the International Intrigue. In a world where geopolitics demands more attention than ever, what role do humour and modern media play? See here for more details and email [email protected] to register.
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continuing to hold Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!

Tune In

  • ‘Bukan Hanya Ritual’: Bagaimana Kelompok Ini Peringati Kemerdekaan RI Ke-80 di Australia dengan Berbeda – APSN mengambil bagian dalam memperingati hari kemerdekaan Indonesia ke-80 dengan menyoroti bagaimana gerakan solidaritas internasional mendukung republik ini untuk mencapai kemerdekaannya. Dengarkan di sini. (SBS Bahasa Indonesia)
  • Palm oil contributes to up 4,5% to Indonesia’s GDP and unlike other commodities, the Indonesia government promotes palm oil as motor of rural developments. Ara Simanjuntak, PhD candidate from Northwestern University reveals the perspective about the fundamentally transforming the nature of rural development in Indonesia. Listen here for depth insight (Talking Indonesian)

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? ASEAN-Australia Center is proudly presenting Young Leaders Dialogue, a program of virtual workshops, a six-day intensive in Australia, and a three-day experience in Kuala Lumpur. Check more detail here and apply here by 19 Aug.
  • Monash University’s International Portfolio is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader for the role of Director, Australia-Indonesia Centre (AIC). Apply here by 24 Aug.
  • Austrade is seeking a Business Analyst and Partnerships Manager and a Corporate Services Adviser based in Jakarta.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Check out this job at Monash University: Public Policy – Academic Opportunities – Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor! Submit your application here before 24 Aug.
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Check here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links

Links 11 August 2025

Australian Deputy Ambassador Gita Kamath and the Indonesian Vice Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti launched the Indonesia-Australia Prosperity Exhibition 2025 today in Jakarta, bringing together government leaders, industry innovators, and development partners to celebrate the growing economic partnership between Indonesia and Australia.
(Australia Embassy in Indonesia)

In the News

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Come and try playing Javanese Gamelan with AIYA ACT and ANUISA every Monday, @5.30pm in Room 630, Level 6 of the Llewellyn Hall at ANU.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continue to held Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!
  • ANU x KONEKSI is presenting ANU-KONEKSI Climate Policy Forum, showcasing KONEKSI-funded research and its potential policy implications, 12 Aug 2025, on 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM WIB, onsite @Auditorium MPKP, Kampus UI Salemba, Jakarta. Grab your seat here for more insight from expertise.

Tune In

  • Specialised Schools – Challenges in primary education in Indonesia and Australia. Providing education for millions of schoolchildren is no simple job. Both in Australia and Indonesia, students come from a wide range of economic, cultural and family backgrounds. Listen the insight more here. (SBS Indonesian)
  • Palm oil contributes to up 4,5% to Indonesia’s GDP and unlike other commodities, the Indonesia government promotes palm oil as motor of rural developments. Ara Simanjuntak, PhD candidate from Northwestern University reveals the perspective about the fundamentally transforming the nature of rural development in Indonesia. Listen here for depth insight (Talking Indonesian)

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? ASEAN-Australia Center is proudly presenting Young Leaders Dialogue, a program of virtual workshops, a six-day intensive in Australia, and a three-day experience in Kuala Lumpur. Check more detail here and apply here by 19 Aug.
  • Monash University’s International Portfolio is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader for the role of Director, Australia-Indonesia Centre (AIC). Apply here by 24 Aug.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • DFAT is looking a Full-time Senior Consular Officer based in Jakarta Office. Apply here by 15 Aug.
  • Check out this job at Monash University: Public Policy – Academic Opportunities – Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor! Submit your application here before 24 Aug.
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Check here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links

Links 5 August 2025

Australian Minister for International Development Dr. Anne Aly promoted bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Australia during her visit to Jakarta on Monday, 4 August 2025. In Jakarta, Anne Aly will meet with senior Indonesian ministers, including Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin, officials at the National Development Planning Agency, and civil society organizations to discuss bilateral cooperation in line with Indonesia’s development priorities. [Antara News]

In the News

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • We are so back!! AIYA SA is now continue to held Indonesian study sessions every Wednesday at 12.30 PM on Flinders Uni City campus on level 4. Find out more information on this link!

Tune In

  • The podcast “Australia in the World,” hosted by Darren Lim, provides expert analysis of key international and geopolitical issues impacting Australia’s global role as of mid-2025. Covering topics like diplomacy, foreign policy, security, and economics, it offers a uniquely Australian perspective on world events. Released fortnightly, it’s ideal for anyone wanting to understand Australia’s place in global affairs.(Australia in the World)
  • The SBS Audio Program Bahasa Indonesia podcast, presented by Ricky Kusumo, offers regular and up-to-date news summaries in Indonesian covering political, social, and cultural issues as of July 25, 2025. Available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the SBS Audio app, and Youtube it provides listeners with concise daily updates to stay informed on Indonesia’s current affairs. This podcast is an excellent resource for those wanting accessible and timely information delivered in the Indonesian language. (SBS Audio)

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Invitation to Participate in the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025. The Jakarta Capital City Government is inviting youth aged 18-30 from NSW to apply for the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025, which will be taking place from 4 to 9 August 2025. More info here
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is looking a Full-time Senior Consular Officer based in Jakarta Office. Click here for details!
  • Check out this job at Monash University: Public Policy – Academic Opportunities – Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor!
  • Palladium is looking a Business Development for Asia Pacific region. Click here for more information!
  • Royal Carribean Group is looking for Upholsterer (Indonesia), with 2-3 years of experience in upholstery making/furniture upholsterer. More information click  here.
  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
AIYA Links, AIYA News

Links 28th July 2025

Indonesia and Australia Strengthen Energy Cooperation to Meet Climate Change Challenges – Indonesia and Australia have deepened their climate and energy partnership by signing an Exchange of Letters under the KINETIK program, committing USD 200 million to boost private investment in renewable energy and support an inclusive, equitable transition to a low-carbon economy in Indonesia. (Kemenko Perekonomian RI)

In the News

  • Babinda Boulders, a popular but deadly swimming spot in Queensland with 21 recorded deaths since 1916, is now the focus of urgent calls for enhanced safety measures, including improved signage, stronger enforcement, and community education, to prevent further tragedies. Here to read more. (ABC News)
  • Indonesia’s halal exports to Australia jump 13.5% in early 2025 – The government aims to further boost the sales of halal products in Australia by expanding market access through cooperation with GAHC, a foreign halal institution established by the Indonesian diaspora in Australia. (Antara News)
  • Fortescue to Repay Public Funds After Cancelling Green Hydrogen Project in Gladstone – Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue has bowed to pressure from the Australian government, confirming it will return public funds tied to its failed PEM50 green hydrogen project in Gladstone “where required.” (Fuel Cells Work)
  • Indonesia to bring 15 oil, gas projects online in 2025 – Four of Indonesia’s strategic oil and gas projects have already begun operations in the first half of this year, with 11 more projected to come on stream in the second half, a senior official from the country’s Special Task Force For Upstream Oil and Gas Business Activities (SKK Migas) said on Friday. (Xinhua Net)

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • Young entrepreneurs aiming to start a business in Australia can join a free webinar on August 2, 2025, from 9–11 AM ACST. Hear from 188E visa holder Avan Fadli and mentors on navigating the Innovation Visa pathway, building startups, and aligning with Australia’s innovation priorities. Limited to 100 seats, organized by the Australia-Indonesia Youth Association and supported by the Australia-Indonesia Institute and DFAT. Register now! 
  • Join the special screening of “The Last Accord: War, Apocalypse, and Peace in Aceh” on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 6:30 PM AEST at the Australia Centre on China in the World, ANU Canberra. The event includes a talk show with Dr. Dino Patti Djalal, Founder & Chairman of FPCI, starting at 6:15 PM, and is presented by the Indonesian Embassy in partnership with ANU Indonesia Institute and FPCI. Attendees can enjoy free Acehnese noodles and coffee while engaging in a meaningful dialogue about peace in Aceh. Register now!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • NAILA is back! Get ready for another exciting year of celebrating Australia-Indonesia language excellence! This is your moment to show off your Indonesian language skills and compete for prestigious awards and up to $1500 in prizes! Check this information!

Tune In

  • The podcast “Australia in the World,” hosted by Darren Lim, provides expert analysis of key international and geopolitical issues impacting Australia’s global role as of mid-2025. Covering topics like diplomacy, foreign policy, security, and economics, it offers a uniquely Australian perspective on world events. Released fortnightly, it’s ideal for anyone wanting to understand Australia’s place in global affairs.(Australia in the World)
  • The SBS Audio Program Bahasa Indonesia podcast, presented by Ricky Kusumo, offers regular and up-to-date news summaries in Indonesian covering political, social, and cultural issues as of July 25, 2025. Available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the SBS Audio app, and Youtube it provides listeners with concise daily updates to stay informed on Indonesia’s current affairs. This podcast is an excellent resource for those wanting accessible and timely information delivered in the Indonesian language. (SBS Audio)

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • Invitation to Participate in the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025. The Jakarta Capital City Government is inviting youth aged 18-30 from NSW to apply for the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025, which will be taking place from 4 to 9 August 2025. More info here
  • Royal Carribean Group is looking for Upholsterer (Indonesia), with 2-3 years of experience in upholstery making/furniture upholsterer. More information click  here.
  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
AIYA Links, AIYA News

Links 21 July 2025

Strength through trust, growth through cooperation: Indonesia, Australia on global stage Indonesia and Australia need to stay focused on the long-term foundations of growth: productivity, fiscal sustainability and resilience. (The Jakarta Post)

In the News

  • Indonesia and Australia’s shared regional futures The ties between Australia and Southeast Asia, and particularly Indonesia, are growing deeper and more strategic by the day. (The Jakarta Post)
  • Freedom of Information documents have revealed two Australian aid projects were affected by the Trump administration’s shutdown of USAID. DFAT sent USAID money for two projects, the FOI documents showed — one in Indonesia and another that was not revealed because the documents contained sensitive material. (ABC NEWS)
  • Powerful swells sweeping across Australia, Indonesia and the Pacific. Huge Southern Ocean swells generated by a series of cold fronts are bearing down on three of Australia’s coastlines, and parts of Indonesia and the Pacific. (WeatherZone)
  • As crime surges in Bali, locals are wondering: ‘Are the tourists coming here getting worse?’ Misbehaving Aussies long marred the Indonesian island but influx of expats and digital nomads has given rise to a thriving criminal underbelly (The Guardian)

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • AIYA ACT Gamelan Sedulur Monco invites you to gather at the Balai Budaya room at the Embassy of Indonesia in Yarralumla to attend a klenengan. 27th of July from 12pm-4pm at Balai Budaya Room Indonesian Embassy. Register here.
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • NAILA is back! Get ready for another exciting year of celebrating Australia-Indonesia language excellence! This is your moment to show off your Indonesian language skills and compete for prestigious awards and up to $1500 in prizes! Check this information!
  • We have extended the deadline for AIYA Women’s Coordinator Recruitment. Apply until 17 July 2025!

Tune In

Opportunities

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

  • Host an Indonesian delegate in Melbourne, connect across cultures. Oct 25 – Nov 19, Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2025 — Host Family Expression of Interest. As a host family, you’ll receive a $1,050 stipend to cover hosting costs, and full support from our AIYEP team. More info here.
  • DT Global is seeking for Executive Director ICGD Secretariat. The Executive Director will provide high-level  advice to the Indonesia Climate and Growth Dialogue (ICGD) and Prospera. Location: Jakarta. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 25 July 2025, 23:59 – Western Indonesia Time. More details here
  • Invitation to Participate in the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025. The Jakarta Capital City Government is inviting youth aged 18-30 from NSW to apply for the Jakarta International Youth Program (JIYP) 2025, which will be taking place from 4 to 9 August 2025. More info here
  • Royal Carribean Group is looking for Upholsterer (Indonesia), with 2-3 years of experience in upholstery making/furniture upholsterer. More information click  here.
  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
AIYA Links, AIYA News

Links 14 July 2025

Menag dan Dubes Australia Resmikan Australian Reading Corner Istiqlal – Menteri Agama Indonesia sekaligus Imam Besar Masjid Istiqlal Nasaruddin Umar bersama Duta Besar Australia untuk Indonesia, Rod Brazier meresmikan Australian Reading Corner baru di Masjid Istiqlal Jakarta. (Antara News)

In the News

On the Blog

  • AIYA Annual 2024 is here! Reflecting on 2024, AIYA had a great year of growth in bridging Australian and Indonesian youth. Thank you to all our supporters, making sure AIYA continues to Connect, Inform, Inspire. We hope you enjoy reading our report from 2024!
  • AIYA Urges UTAS to Reconsider Closure of Indonesian Language Program – The Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA) has formally urged the University of Tasmania (UTAS) to reconsider its proposal to discontinue the Indonesian Language Program, which has been flagged for closure due to low enrolment and internal restructuring.

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • NAILA is back! Get ready for another exciting year of celebrating Australia-Indonesia language excellence! This is your moment to show off your Indonesian language skills and compete for prestigious awards and up to $1500 in prizes! Check this information!
  • We have extended the deadline for AIYA Women’s Coordinator Recruitment. Apply until 17 July 2025!

Tune In

Opportunities

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

  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is looking for an Executive Assistant to Australia’s Ambassador to ASEAN. Click here for more information
    • Ongoing and flexible professional placements are also available throughout the year. You can explore more opportunities here
  • DT Global is seeking for front-end engineer position. The Front-end Engineer (The Consultant) will assist SKALA’s government partners to support development of SEPAKAT application and its’ integration with other systems at national and sub-national level. Drop your interest ASAP here by  18 July 2025, max 5 PM Jakarta Time. More opportunities with DT Global, kindly explore here.
  • Royal Carribean Group is looking for Upholsterer (Indonesia), with 2-3 years of experience in upholstery making/furniture upholsterer. More information click  here.
  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
AIYA Links, AIYA News

Links 7 July 2025

Australia and Indonesia Strengthen Economic Ties with IA-CEPA 5th Anniversary. Today, over 100 representatives from the Indonesian and Australian government and business communities gathered to mark the fifth anniversary of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA) in Jakarta. (Australia Embassy in Indonesia)

In the News

On the Blog

Events

  • IndOz is back this year at Brisbane City Hall on 21 August 2025!! IndOz is Australia’s largest Indonesia–Australia business conference and networking dinner, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, and professionals from both countries. It’s an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our vibrant bilateral relationship. Click here for more information!!
  • JOIN AIYA LANGUAGE EXCHANGE (IN-PERSON or ONLINE!) LX is back in multiple locations across Australia. Connect, chill, and converse with like-minded youth, meet new friends and engage in cross-cultural exchange. Make sure to follow your local chapter on Instagram for updates on the next LX event near you!
  • AIBC QLD is delighted to invite you to a networking event to discuss the latest perspectives on the business climate between Australia and Indonesia, @Warisan Restaurant Fortitude Valley Queensland, 10 July 2025 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. RSVP here by 8 July.
  • Join Konferensi Internasional Pelajar Indonesia (KIPI) 2025 on 12-13 July 2025, @University of Melbourne (Hybrid) – join from anywhere. Register here.
  • Indonesia Council University of Melbourne Open Conference 2025, Indonesia Now: 80 Years of Independence, 7 – 10 July 2025. Click here for more info!
  • Join AIYA SA on the last Friday of every month for a vibrant and inclusive evening of Indonesian culture, right here in South Australia! FREE for AIYA SA and PPIA UoA members! 🎉Grab your ticket here
  • NAILA is back! Get ready for another exciting year of celebrating Australia-Indonesia language excellence! This is your moment to show off your Indonesian language skills and compete for prestigious awards and up to $1500 in prizes! Check this information!
  • AIYA Jawa Barat will hosting Kuis Obrolan Santai (KOSAN) on Saturday, 12 July 2025
    🕒 3 PM WIB | 4 PM WITA | 5:30 PM ACST | 6 PM AEST. Join us by clicking this link!

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Opportunities

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

  • DFAT are excited to announce the first facilitated placement program is now open for applications. Apply now to join a group of young Australian professionals undertaking an exceptional four-week business placement experience in Jakarta from 22 Sept – 17 Oct 2025. Applications must be submitted by 5pm Monday 7 July 2025.
    • Ongoing and flexible professional placements are also available throughout the year. You can explore more opportunities here
  • DT Global is seeking for front-end engineer position. The Front-end Engineer (The Consultant) will assist SKALA’s government partners to support development of SEPAKAT application and its’ integration with other systems at national and sub-national level. Drop your interest ASAP here by  18 July 2025, max 5 PM Jakarta Time. More opportunities with DT Global, kindly explore here.
  • DFAT is seeking for finance assistant position, placement in Jakarta, who take a role under direction of the Deputy Manager – Financial Services, the Finance Officer processes and reviews payments, calculates employee entitlements and organise staff travel. Apply here by 11 Jul at 11.30 pm (Jakarta Time).
  • Royal Carribean Group is looking for Upholsterer (Indonesia), with 2-3 years of experience in upholstery making/furniture upholsterer. Submit your interest here.
  • The Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Implementation Advisor volunteer will work in Padang, Indonesia, starting 25 October 2025, to improve AAC teaching methods at Layanan Disabilitas & Pendidikan Inklusif (LDPI) by training teachers and parents and developing communication programs for children with disabilities. The six-month assignment focuses on introducing innovative AAC strategies and creating resources to enhance inclusive education. Click here for more information.
  • AIYEP 2025 Host Organisation Expression of Interest is now open. In this year’s program, AIYEP participants will complete a three week full-time work experience from 27 October to 14 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • AIYEP 2025 – For those open to being a Host Family for AIYEP 2025, we are pleased to invite you to take part. In this year’s program, participants will stay in Melbourne with host families for three weeks from 25 October to 16 November 2025. Submit your interest here.
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is looking for several positions to fill with various closing dates. Click here for more information!
  • The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support them to achieve their own development goals. If you’re interested in volunteering check-out a range of opportunities here!!
  • Indo Beyond Borders (IBB) is an Indonesian tutoring service, where language learning goes beyond the textbook. Join IBB and embark on an immersive learning experience that’s as dynamic and vibrant as Indonesia itself. Here to check more information
  • The Australian Government is receiving applications for the Working Holiday Maker program that allows young adults to have a 12 month holiday, during which they can undertake short-term work and study. More info here
  • The Australian National University Indonesia Project is offering a number of grants and fellowships. Find out more about the opportunities such as Collaborative Research Grants, and Visiting Fellow Grants.
  • The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) helps grow Australia’s prosperity by delivering quality trade and investment services to businesses, accelerates growth in Australia’s tourism sector and promotes Australia’s education to the world. Find a list of available vacancies here.
  • The Jakarta Bintangs is an Australian Football Club with membership open to anyone, beginners are most welcome. The club organizes games throughout the year, mostly in Jakarta, with occasional games across Indonesia and overseas. Tours are planned to Bali, Batam, Vietnam and Thailand this year. Training is mostly held at 📍 Lapangan Bola Aldiron in Jakarta on Saturday/ Sunday afternoons. On occasion, training sessions are also held Thursday nights in the GBK complex. To keep up to date with the training schedule follow them on Instagram @jakartabintangs. For more information click here.
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