Semarang, io.undip.ac.id —The Aussie Banget Corner (ABC) was formally opened on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, on the first floor of Diponegoro University Library in Semarang. The Australian Embassy in Indonesia has been organizing a series of roadshows to launch the Aussie Banget Corner, in partnership with various higher education institutions across Indonesia, as part of the celebration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Indonesia and Australia.
Steve Scott, the Australian Consul General in Surabaya, together with Wijayanto, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D., Vice-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Cooperation, who represented the Rector of UNDIP, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to inaugurate the Aussie Banget Corner at UNDIP. The event was attended by the Vice-Rector for Communication and Business, Deans of Faculties/Schools, UNDIP officials, and representatives from the Australian Consulate General, including Hafiz Al Asad (Public Diplomacy Officer), Marie Purba (Strategic Communications Officer), and Wilda Anggraeni (Senior Media Officer).
Steve Scott emphasized that the creation of the Aussie Banget Corner is intended to support the continued development of education, a key area of focus in Indonesia-Australia relations. “Let’s collaborate to nurture high-achieving students through sustained academic activities, deepen their understanding, and foster an inclusive learning environment. Best wishes for success!” said Steve Scott.
Wijayanto, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D., Vice-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Cooperation, commended the long-standing diplomatic relationship between Indonesia and Australia. He expressed optimism that the opening of the Aussie Banget Corner in multiple cities, including Semarang, would further enhance and strengthen Indonesia-Australia collaboration. He remarked, “As noted by the Rector of UNDIP, cooperation in education, research, and community service is vital to realizing UNDIP’s vision and advancing toward becoming a World-Class University.”
The Aussie Banget Corner is equipped with study areas and a mini-library, making it an ideal space for student gatherings or discussion forums. The launch event also featured an Australia Awards Scholarships Information Session, which aimed to assist students in developing their skills according to their field of study and education level. The session included presentations by Ayesha N Zulazmi (Communication and Public Diplomacy Coordinator, AAS in Indonesia) on “Australia Awards Scholarships Intake 2026” and Dzunuwanus Ghulam Manar, S.IP., M.Si. (Lecturer at FISIP UNDIP), who shared his “Personal Reflections as an AAS 2025 Intake Scholarship Recipient.” (Jenn)
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