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Applications for the Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program are now open! This program supports initiatives which advance Australia’s creative sector and First Nations identity as a way of reinforcing our reputation as a modern and diverse nation. Apps close 12 Feb.
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Congratulations to @VicGovAu and mRNA Victoria on the agreement with @BioNTech_Group to establish a presence in Melbourne!
This will enhance lifesaving solutions for Victorians, Australians and the region. It also enhances the state’s world leading life sciences expertise 🧬🔬
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28 Nov 2023
The Australia-ASEAN Council grants round is now open for applications. Further information can be found on the Australia-ASEAN Council website dfat.gov.au/aac/. Applications will close on 17 December 2023.
24 Nov 2023
Have ideas to build Australia-ASEAN links?
The Australia-ASEAN Council grants round is now open.
We’re looking for culture, climate, education, business and science proposals that will deepen ties between Australia and Southeast Asia.
Apply here: dfat.gov.au/people-to-people…
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1 Nov 2023
Thanks @MelbSymphony @IndonesiaInMelb for a wonderful afternoon earlier this week celebrating the special relationship between the MSO and the Region of Yogyakarta. It was great to hear the orchestra rehearse and speak with the MSO interns from Yogyakarta 🇦🇺🇮🇩 #culturaldiplomacy
ALT DFAT staff with the Indonesian Consul General, Sophie Galaise and Konfir Kabo . Photo taken by MSO
ALT DFAT staff with the Indonesian Consul General and MSO staff and musicians. Photo taken by MSO
ALT Picture of the Melbourne symphony orchestra rehearsing. Photos taken by the MSO
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DFAT Victoria retweeted
8 Oct 2023
Minister Farrell hosted Japan’s Minister for Economy, Trade & Industry Nishimura for an unprecedented gathering of four Ministers at the annual Ministerial Economic Dialogue.
He also addressed the Australia-Japan Joint Business Conference, celebrating our deep economic ties.
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9 Oct 2023
Australia’s #Expo2025 pavilion concept design is inspired by the hues of 🇦🇺’s eucalypts and symbolises 🇦🇺’s vibrancy and diversity.
The structure will re-purpose ♻️ building materials from Tokyo 2020 Olympics #Australianpavilion @dfat @expo2025japan @Global_Vic
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2 Oct 2023
We offer a range of services but we can’t help with passports or notarials. For information on passports, visit: passports.gov.au. For notarials, visit smartraveller.gov.au/consula…
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📣 Interested in shaping Australia’s First Nations Foreign Policy agenda?
The Perth USAsia Centre is looking for a First Nations Foreign Policy Research and Program Officer 👀
Apply here 👉🏽 external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/en/…
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22 Sep 2023
Looking for passport or notarial services? Please contact the Australian Passport Office on 131 232. For passport information see passports.gov.au. For notarials, see smartraveller.gov.au/consula…
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DFAT Victoria retweeted
6 Sep 2023
Read more: dfat.gov.au/southeastasiaeco…
6 Sep 2023
Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 was released today by Special Envoy for Southeast Asia Nicholas Moore AO, setting out a practical pathway to significantly increase two-way trade and investment.
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DFAT Victoria retweeted
5 Sep 2023
Nominations are now open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute's Indonesian Studies Awards!
Say thanks to those amazing teachers & researchers in 🇦🇺 who have helped enhance people & cultural ties between 🇦🇺& 🇮🇩 by nominating them for the Awards.
👉dfat.gov.au/people-to-people…
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29 Aug 2023
Privileged to be hosted by @TalkingAsia at #SutrSantati exhibition @melbournemuseum. Sublime weaving and embroidery skills on display, showcasing India's textile traditions.
Must close this Sunday. Sutr Santati: Then. Now. Next. - Melbourne Museum (museumsvictoria.com.au)
28 Aug 2023
The Indian diaspora have discovered a gem of an Exhibition in the exquisite Sutr Santati @melbournemuseum. Hear sentiments of pride and joy in the Voices of Community. Thank you @museumsvictoria and @LavinaBaldota
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DFAT Victoria retweeted
28 Aug 2023
🇦🇺’s Free Trade Agreement with 🇬🇧 is one of our most innovative and ambitious and brings with it a new era in our economic relationship. Trade Minister Don Farrell highlighted the benefits of #AUKFTA at a recent Australia British Chamber of Commerce event➡️trademinister.gov.au/ministe…
ALT Australian Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell speaking from behind lectern at Australian British Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
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16 Aug 2023
DFAT is proud to support the visit of this important delegation and building connections between Australia and Indonesia 🇮🇩
@DubesAustralia
14 Aug 2023
Selamat pagi! A pleasure to welcome a delegation of Indonesian Female Parliamentarians to Government House this morning. Female representation in the Indonesian Parliament continues to grow and will play an important role in our partnership going forward.
#GovernorVic
ALT The Governor with a delegation of Indonesian Female Parliamentarians.
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16 Aug 2023
DFAT’s National Foundation for Australia-China Relations has opened its 2023-24 grants round 🇦🇺🇨🇳 Applications close on 24 September. Visit the Foundation’s website for details: australiachinafoundation.org…
#australiachinafoundation
ALT Photo of Chinese international students from Charles Darwin University attending Indigenous cultural immersion program supported by the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations.
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16 Aug 2023
The Australia-Korea Foundation 2023-24 grand round is now open 🇦🇺🇰🇷
Applications close on 22 September. See the website for details: dfat.gov.au/people-to-people…
@AusAmbROK #Australia #Korea #AKF
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16 Aug 2023
The Australia-Japan Foundation 2023-24 grant round is now open 🇦🇺🇯🇵
Applications close on 15 September: dfat.gov.au/people-to-people…
#Australia #Japan #AJF @AustraliaInJPN
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DFAT Victoria retweeted
8 Aug 2023
Australia’s new international development policy recognises the complex and changing world we live in.
It draws on Australia’s strengths to form respectful partnerships and support locally led change.
Together, we're building a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.
7 Aug 2023
The Albanese Government’s international development policy will advance Australia’s interests in a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.
It's fit for the challenges and opportunities of our time - and will make a positive difference to lives in our region and beyond.
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