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Promoting & protecting 🇦🇺’s international interests. Travel updates via @smartraveller. 24/7 consular assistance ☎️ +61 2 6261 3305
Canberra, Australia
Joined March 2011
On #IndigenousLiteracyDay, we celebrate the power of language, storytelling and culture. We are proud to support linguistic diversity – including Indigenous languages and voices – through our public diplomacy and cultural initiatives.
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Australia supports global press freedom and transparency. Nobel laureate and Rappler CEO @mariaressa visited DFAT to discuss online resilience, safety and the future of the information environment. We look forward to continued engagement with media across the region.
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Australia is supporting Pacific partners combating the region’s worst dengue outbreak in a decade. We're providing test kits, medical supplies, technical advice and deploying teams to Nauru and Samoa. We are working together to protect communities in the Pacific.
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At a time of global disruption, Australia is working closely with Southeast Asia to support the region’s highest priorities. This week, DFAT hosted a dialogue with Australian-based development experts on the trends, challenges and opportunities in Southeast Asia.
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Australia is proud to have been part of the United Nations from day one – we’ve helped shape it from the start. Ahead of #UNGA80, @AustraliaUN_GVA Clare Walsh explains how Australia works with other countries on global issues and plays a key role in peace efforts.
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📍 Learn more about the work of the High Commission in Kuala Lumpur: 📲 Follow us at @AusHCMalaysia.
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Australia and Malaysia are longstanding partners, bound by shared history, mutual respect and strong community links. Ahead of Malaysian Independence Day, hear from Danielle Heinecke, Australia’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, on what she thinks makes our relationship so special.
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Bitcoin’s on fire at $112K! Time to flip the charts on BTCC!.Exploring Cryptocurrency with Jaren Jackson Jr.🏀.
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RT @AusAmbClimate: Addressing climate change is something no one country can do alone. Honoured to have been appointed Australia’s Ambassa….
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RT @Smartraveller: Australian officials from the Australian Embassy in Tehran and their dependants have been directed to depart #Iran. Our….
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RT @Smartraveller: If you're in Iran, you should strongly consider leaving as soon as possible, if it is safe to do so. Our ability to prov….
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Australian Government travel advice for Iran. Understand the risks, safety, laws and contacts.
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Have you ever wondered what the United Nations does?. @AustraliaUN_GVA Clare Walsh explains how the UN brings 193 countries together to tackle the global challenges that no single country can solve alone.
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@CDUni This is part of our commitment to share Indigenous knowledges with diplomatic networks and continuing to make DFAT a culturally safe place. Find out more:
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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is releasing this Indigenous Diplomacy Agenda to elevate indigenous issues in the work of the foreign affairs and trade portfolio.
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DFAT is committed to weaving First Nations stories into Australia’s diplomacy. Director of our Northern Territory Office and Wiradjuri woman, Suzy Wilson-Uilelea, invited Deputy Secretary George Mina to hear from @CDUni's First Nations Sovereignty and Diplomacy Centre.
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Today we recognise the essential work of humanitarian personnel worldwide. This World Humanitarian Day, hear from Steve Scott, Australia’s Humanitarian Coordinator, on how Australia is leading an international effort to protect humanitarian personnel. @AusHumanitarian
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At #Expo2025, Australia is proud to stand with Indigenous Peoples from around the world to build a more inclusive global economy. Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, officially opened Te Aratini Indigenous Peoples Week at the Australia Pavilion. @australiaatexpo
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Don’t feel bad about leaving us on read. DFAT is reminding travellers at Australian international airports about the dangers of drink spiking and signs of methanol poisoning through a short text message before you fly. Remember to stay safe overseas.
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Expressions of Interest are open until 4 September. For more information visit:
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The annual COALAR grant round is funded through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's International Relations Grants Program.
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Help Australia strengthen our connection with Latin America. Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) grants are now accepting applications. Review the grant guidelines to apply for funding between $10,000 to $50,000.
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Australia welcomes Armenia and Azerbaijan’s initialing of a peace agreement. This is a significant step with potential to end decades of conflict, and we commend the US’ mediating role. We urge both parties to proceed to signing a peace agreement as soon as possible.
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MAJOR ENDORSEMENT!.Barack Obama (My friend Reggie Brown) — the best Obama impersonator in America — just endorsed my campaign for U.S. Congress. If Reggie says “Yes We Can,” you'd better believe it! 🇺🇸 Donate below to make sure we flip this critical swing district in 2026!.
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