New Caledonia

Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders for development. Through study and research, recipients develop necessary skills and knowledge to drive change and to build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.

Australia acknowledges the peaceful conduct of New Caledonia’s third referendum on independence under the Noumea Accord, and the enduring importance of self-determination to New Caledonians.

As close neighbours, New Caledonia and Australia share a special relationship, based on our longstanding historical friendship, indigenous linkages, our considerable mineral wealth, and our unique biodiversity and marine reserves.

Biography and photographs of the Australian Consul-General in New Caledonia.

New Caledonia is a semi-autonomous French territory. Under the Noumea Accord signed in 1998, the French State retains sovereignty for defence, foreign affairs, law and order, monetary policy, and tertiary education and research.

Links to Australian Government information about New Caledonia.