Australia-China Council
Our Relations
Since the establishment of the Council in 1978, it has helped to kick-start hundreds of successful business, education, scientific and cultural collaborations between Australia and China.
These collaborations help to forge enduring relations between Australian and Chinese organisations and people and help bring new participants into the Australia-China relationship.
These are just some of the great projects and initiatives that we have been proud to support.
Education and science
Our goal: Promote cooperation between individuals and institutions in Australia and China which enhances learning, teaching and research in areas of mutual interest.
Visit to China by Marita Cheng, 2012 Young Australian of the Year
40th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations
40th Anniversary – Beyond the Cables: Australian Ambassadors 1972-2012 Oral History Project
Australian Guide to Chinese Language Publishing and Translating
Economics and trade
Our goal: Promote expansion of Australia's trade and investment relationship with China.
China Changing Lecture 2012: Is China ready for global economic leadership?
AustCham China Scholarship Program - fostering the next generation of Asia-literate leaders
Society and culture
Our goal: Promote mutual understanding through the arts, intercultural communication and understanding of cultural heritage.
Asialink Arts Residencies 2012-2013: Supporting Australian Artists' Journey to China
Australian Photographers showcased in China throughout 2013
Sydney Symphony China Tour 2012: Music, Cultural Diplomacy and Shared Experiences
The Australian Ballet's 50th Anniversary- A Greeting Card from the National Ballet of China
Honey Pot - Adelaide Fringe's Asia-Pacific Arts Marketplace
Go Figure! Contemporary Chinese Portraiture - China’s Faces, Figures and Transformations
Experimenta 2012 – Showcasing pioneering media art from Asia