Australia is a stable, democratic and culturally diverse nation with a highly skilled workforce and one of the strongest performing economies in the world.
Data collected by New Colombo Plan (NCP) mobility students has helped identify agricultural development opportunities to enhance the usage of lowland soil in the Lower Mekong River Basin.
2019 New Colombo Plan scholar Madeline McGarvey fell in love with Indonesia during a short-term public health study tour, where she became fascinated by the public health system there.
For 2020 New Colombo Plan Scholar Andy Tran, the opportunity to live in and explore a new country whilst gaining practical industry experience through internship placements drew him to apply.
Originally from the Northern Territory, Mitchell Francis spent his childhood living in remote towns including Jabiru in Kakadu National Park, before moving to Adelaide for his secondary education.
Zac Frazer, a Kamilaroi man from Yamba in New South Wales, has always wanted to travel overseas and experience new cultures. His New Colombo Plan Scholarship (NCP) opened up the door to do so.
It’s a long way from Guyra in NSW to the Republic of Korea and Hong Kong for young Kamilaroi man Miles Archibald. But it’s a journey that was worth it and has opened up so many doors for him both personally and professionally.
On World Oceans Day 2021, people everywhere celebrate and take action to protect this shared resource. Emma Locker, 2020 New Colombo Plan scholar spoke to us about her experiences with Pacific communities and sustainable Ocean management.
On World Health Day 2021, New Colombo Plan scholars Shannon Schulz and Soraya McGinley talked to us about their passion for the health and well-being of the peoples of the Indo-Pacific.
