Australian High Commission, Singapore

Looking forward to a feast this Chinese New Year? Here's a feast for the eyes! This week we're featuring Dave Pynt, the man behind renowned restaurant Burnt Ends. #60for60 highlights the unique stories of 60 people who have contributed to the rich fabric of the Australia-Singapore relationship. Burnt Ends Hospitality Group #australia #singapore #SG60

Today, January 26, is Australia Day. A day on which we reflect on what it means to be Australian. Did you know that for at least the past 50 years, thousands of Australians have been recognised for their distinguished and conspicuous service to their country through the Australia Awards Honours List? We also select an Australian of the Year! #australiadayhonours #australianoftheyear #AustraliaDay2025 #australia

Meet Coral Dixon, our very own educational pioneer! She was the first principal of the Australian International School (AIS) in Singapore, which opened in 1993. Initially serving 30 students in rented premises, the AIS' Australian curriculum made it easier for Australian families to transition abroad. #60for60 highlights the unique stories of 60 people who have contributed to the rich fabric of the Australia-Singapore relationship. Australian International School, Singapore #australia #singapore #sg60

Did you know Australia had a role in helping Singapore build up its naval capabilities? By early 1969, the Singapore Naval Training School was set up at Pulau Blakang Mati, now known as Sentosa. Midshipmen were sent abroad to Britain, Australia, New Zealand and Canada to learn from established navies and to gain operational exposure. Here are some Singaporean naval cadets undergoing training in Australia in 1969. Credit: National Archives of Australia (NAA): A1200, L83416 #heritage60 #Singapore #Australia #SG60 #defence #navy Ministry of Defence of Singapore Republic of Singapore Navy Royal Australian Navy Defence Australia

Australian and Singaporean women's organisations have a long history of exchanges. In 1963, Ms Oh Ewe Im, program secretary of the Singapore YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association), undertook a six-month tour of Australia and New Zealand to study the YWCA's work in both countries. Here, Ms Oh joins two women at the National Headquarters of the Australian YWCA in Melbourne to inspect gifts prepared for a children's Christmas party. #Heritage60 is a year-long series celebrating 60 years of Singapore-Australia bilateral ties in 2025 by looking back at our shared history of friendship, cooperation, and cultural exchanges. Credit: NAA: A1501, A4775/2, NAA: A1501, A4775/1 #Australia #Singapore #SG60

An Orthopaedic and Hand Surgeon — and Fellow of the Australasian Royal College of Surgeons — Dr Kanwaljit Soin has long championed social and women’s issues during her career. Welcome to our #60for60 project Dr Soin!    In 2025, Australia and Singapore celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations.    We will Celebrate 60 Years of Friendship – showcasing the long-running and deep relationship between Australia and Singapore and highlight the people-to-people links formed across the decades.      The 60 for 60 project highlights the unique stories of 60 people who have contributed to the rich fabric of the Australia-Singapore relationship.     #60for60 #Australia #Singapore #SG60

Did you know the longest serving Prime Ministers of Australia and Singapore have met each other? Here, Singapore PM Lee Kuan Yew meets with Australian PM Sir Robert Menzies at Parliament House in Canberra in 1965. Upon Singapore's independence, Sir Robert quickly recognised the new country and pledged to continue close and friendly relations. The two PMs laid a foundation for the strong bilateral relationship that Australia and Singapore continue to enjoy today. #Heritage60 is a yearlong series celebrating 60 years of Singapore-Australia bilateral ties in 2025 by looking back at our shared history of friendship, cooperation, and cultural exchanges. Credit: NAA: A1501, A5571/7, NAA: A1501, A5571/8 #Australia #Singapore #SG60

Meet Daniel Teo, the first to kick off our 60 for 60 project! Daniel’s relationship with Australia started 63 years ago when he studied at Coburg High and graduated from the University of Melbourne. Daniel played a key role in raising the funds to build The Singapore Theatre — a Lecture Theatre at the University of Melbourne School of Design. He still has very strong links to Australia, with all four of his children following in his footsteps and studying in Melbourne. This year Australia and Singapore celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations. We will Celebrate 60 Years of Friendship — showcasing the long-running and deep relationship between Australia and Singapore and highlight the people-to-people links formed across the decades. Our 60 for 60 project highlights the unique stories of 60 people who have contributed to the rich fabric of the Australia-Singapore relationship. Follow us, as we share more stories. #60for60 #australia #singapore #SG60

Happy New Year! 2025 is going to be a big year for us, as it’s the 60th anniversary of Singapore’s independence and bilateral relations between Australia and Singapore! We plan to mark this milestone with a yearlong celebration of activities and events. Our theme ‘Celebrating 60 Years of Friendship’ will showcase throughout 2025 the long running and deep relationship between Australia and Singapore — highlighting the people-to-people links formed across the decades. From this week, we will start sharing our 60 for 60 project — which will highlight 60 people who have been pivotal to the fabric of the Australia-Singapore relationship. Follow us on social media to keep up-to-date with all our 60th anniversary activities. #60for60 #Australia #Singapore

Come and join our team! 💼 We are seeking applications from enthusiastic professionals to fill the following role: 📝 Consular & Passports Officer Applications close on 1 January 2025, 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. For more details and information on how to apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/fAXBx76 #WorkinSingapore #JobVacancy #SingaporeJobs #HR #Recruitment