2013
Combatting people smuggling activities during Christmas and New Year
23 December: Commander of Operation Sovereign Borders, Lieutenant General Angus Campbell, has issued a video message to warn potential illegal immigrants against going to Australia by boat over the Christmas and New Year period.
The Australia-Malaysia Cultural Exchange Program – Creating lasting ties between Australia and Malaysia
19 December: Six emerging Malaysian Muslim leaders visited Australia recently for a cultural exchange program initiated by the Australian Government with the support of the Malaysian Government. Read more...
Warning regarding Australian visa scams operating in Malaysia
19 December: The Australian High Commission warns the public in Malaysia to be cautious of illegal sale of Australian visas. Read more...
Australian award to Honorary Consul in Sabah - Datuk Andrew Sim Men Kin
13 December: The Honorary Consul for Australia in Sabah, Datuk Andrew Sim Men Kin has been named as a recipient of the Honorary Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia. Read more...
Australia tougher than ever on illegal boat arrivals
6 December: The anti-people smuggling measures introduced by the Australian Government had demonstrated the strength of the Government's resolve. Read more...
Forging stronger relations through the New Colombo Plan
30 October: The Australian Government aims to foster stronger ties with countries in the Asia-Pacific region through the New Colombo Plan. Read more...
Operation Sovereign Borders
22 October: The Australian Government has a tough new policy to manage unauthorised maritime arrivals by boat to Australia called Operation Sovereign Borders. Read more...
Australian student teachers experience the Malaysian education system
21 October: A group of student teachers from Australia spent two weeks in Malaysia to gain a better understanding of the country's education system. Read more...
Win a year of study in Australia
2 October: The Australian Government has launched a global online competition offering the winner a year of study in Australia. Read more...
First resident ASEAN Ambassador
20 September: Mr Simon Merrifield has been appointed as Australia's first resident Ambassador to the Association of South East Asean Nations (ASEAN). Read more...
Nominations sought for Australia-Malaysia Alumni Awards 2013
30 August: Nominations for the Australia-Malaysia Alumni Awards are now open. The awards recognise the success of Malaysian graduates of Australian education institutions. Read more...
Malaysia National Day message by Minister for Foreign Affairs Bob Carr
29 August: The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Honourable Bob Carr offers his warm wishes to the Government and people of Malaysia on the occasion of its 56th National Day celebration on 31 August. View the video message here.
Australian High Commissioner visits Sandakan to commemorate Sandakan Day 2013
15 August: The Australian High Commission commemorates Sandakan Day with a ceremony at the Sandakan Memorial Park. Read more...
The Australian Boys Choir performs at the Australian High Commission
13 August: The internationally renowned Australian Boys Choir recently performed for staff, families and friends of the High Commission. Read more...
Minister for Foreign Affairs Bob Carr's Eid al-Fitr message
6 August: As Muslims in Malaysia, Australia and around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Honourable Bob Carr extends his warm wishes to everyone on this joyous occasion. View the video message here.
Malaysia offers Australian students unique insights and experiences
1 August: A couple of pre-service teachers from Australia shared their experiences of teaching in Malaysia. Read more...
MAFTA Tariff Finder – tariffs now just a click away
31 July: The Australian Government has recently developed the MAFTA Tariff Finder to enable Australian exporters and Malaysian importers to better understand the benefits offered by MAFTA. Read more...
Australian High Commission hosts Iftar reception
24 July: The Australian High Commission hosted a first of its kind Iftar/Buka Puasa dinner at the High Commissioner's residence. Read more...
Australia and Papua New Guinea regional resettlement arrangement
20 July: The Australian Government has released a joint media release on the regional resettlement arrangement between both countries to combat people smuggling. Read more...
Minister for Foreign Affairs Bob Carr's Ramadan message
10 July: In conjunction with the beginning of the fasting month on 10 July, the Australian Foreign Minister, Senator the Honourable Bob Carr has issued a Ramadan message to Muslims around the world. Read more...
New awards celebrate Australian artists in Asia
19 June: The Australian Arts in Asia Awards, which will recognise, celebrate and promote the significant number of Australian artists engaging in Asia, is now calling for nominations. Read more...
Australia-Malaysia Cultural Exchange Program
12 June: The Australian High Commission is currently hosting several youth leaders from Australia for a week-long Australia-Malaysia Cultural Exchange Program. Read more...
Flavours of Australia off to a delicious start!
31 May: MasterChef Australia Season Two winner Adam Liaw was specially flown in to launch Flavours of Australia. Read more...
Taste the best Flavours of Australia
23 May: Flavours of Australia is set to offer the finest culinary creations and showcase the high quality produce from the land Down Under throughout the month of June. Read more...
Australia-Malaysia Young Diplomats Roundtable – building long-term links
21 May: The latest Roundtable was held in Kuala Lumpur recently, which enabled young diplomats to share their views on various foreign policy issues affecting both countries. Read more...
Waleed Aly's visit to Malaysia – showcasing the cultural and religious diversity of Australia
17 May: The Australian High Commission recently hosted prominent Australian broadcaster, author and academic, Waleed Aly's visit to Malaysia as part of its public diplomacy program. Read more...
Datuk Irene Charuruks invested with an Honorary Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia
22 April: The Australian High Commission is pleased to announce the investiture of Datuk Irene Betty Benggon Charuruks as recipient of an Honorary Medal (OAM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia. Read more...
Australian High Commissioner's visit to Sabah to enhance Australia-Sabah relationship
22 April:The Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, H.E. Mr Miles Kupa, is making an official visit to Sabah from 21 to 24 April 2013.Read more...
Australia bestows honorary award on architect Hijjas Kasturi
11 April: Distinguished Malaysian architect, Mr Hijjas Kasturi receives an honorary award from the Australian Government. Read more...
ANZAC Day 2013 – Dawn Service at the Cheras Road Christian Cemetery Kuala Lumpur
11 April: ANZAC Day marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. Read more...
Australia-Malaysia Institute grants funding round now open
27 March: The Australia-Malaysia Institute is now inviting applicants to submit proposals requesting for funding for projects commencing between July 2013 and June 2014. Read more...
Students from UiTM Terengganu visit the Australian High Commission
22 March: A group of students from Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Terengganu visited the High Commission to learn more about the nature of work done by a diplomatic mission. Read more...
Australian High Commission celebrates International Women's Day 2013
8 March: The Australian High Commission hosted a luncheon for a cross-section of women leaders in Malaysia to commemorate International Women's Day 2013. Read more...
Australia Day 2013 reception
22 February: The Australian High Commission celebrated Australia Day by hosting a reception last month in Kuala Lumpur. Read more...
Call for Australian donations to the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust
31 January: Australians living in Malaysia are encouraged to donate to the Trust from February to June. Read more...
Australia Bushfire Appeal fundraising
18 January: The Malaysia Australia Business Council will be organising the Australia Bushfire Appeal fundraising on 31 January to help residents affected by the recent disaster. Read more...
Australia International Cultural Council Grants Program – Expressions of Interest
16 January: The Australia International Cultural Council (AICC) Grants Program is now open for Expressions of Interest from Australian residents interested in applying for an AICC grant. Read more...