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CELEBRATION OF INDONESIAN TEACHING IN CANBERRA SCHOOLS
Indonesian teachers and school/college principals representing 12 government and non-government schools in Canberra enjoyed an informative and entertaining dinner organised by BBI (ACT) at the Indonesian Embassy on Friday, 22 November 2019. The purpose of the dinner was to celebrate the achievements of Indonesian teachers in ACT schools who tirelessly foster Indonesian language and culture learning in their classrooms. Amongst the more than 50 guests who attended the dinner were the Indonesian Ambassador to Australia, HE Bpk Kristiarto Legowo, the founder of the ACICIS program, Professor David Hill from Perth, and Dr Paul Thomas from Monash University who has edited a new book on the history of learning Indonesian in Australia entitled, Talking North. The dinner also provided an opportunity to mark the efforts of Indonesian Language Teaching Assistants (ILTAs) who give up time during their study at Canberra’s tertiary institutions to help Indonesian teachers in the classroom.
An acknowledged expert on Indonesian grammar and communication, Associate Professor Novi Djenar from Sydney University, delivered a thought-provoking talk on the impact of recent government regulations elevating the status of Bahasa Indonesia as a language in formal usage in Indonesia and in international settings.
The dinner featured a delicious Indonesian meal accompanied by the traditional Sumatran dances, Tari Piring and Tari Rantak performed by the Borobudur Dance Group based in Canberra. The dinner, the fifth such event organised by BBI (ACT), successfully advanced BBI’s mandate to promote Indonesian teaching and learning in Australia.
Guests at BBI (ACT) Dinner
Tari Piring performed at the Dinner
Dr Novi Djenar, Chair of the Department of Indonesian Studies at the University of Sydney
National Australia Indonesia Language Awards Competition 2019
The National Australia Indonesia Language Awards (NAILA) is organising its fifth national speech competition. The theme for 2019 is ‘Environment’ and will be open between 20 August 2019 to 16 September 2019.
NAILA is a not-for-profit volunteer run initiative of the Australia-Indonesia Youth Association (AIYA), which seeks to reward and encourage proficiency in the Indonesian language. You can view the NAILA website at: http://naila.org.au/
With a total of over $10,000 prize money to be won, the competition offers opportunities for learners at all stages to: practise spoken Indonesian whilst engaging more deeply with topics of relevance and interest; network and forge wider connections; be inspired to pursue Indonesian studies at a higher level. As many primary and secondary schools as possible, Australia-wide, are invited to participate.
Further details of the competition may be found here NAILA Information Pack 2019.
Indonesian Story-telling Competition
The Indonesian Embassy in Canberra is hosting an Indonesian story-telling competition. Details may be viewed in the document attached below. Applications close on 20 May 2019. The selection and interview will be held at the Embassy in June 2019. Enquiries should be directed to the Education and Culture Section, Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Canberra, tel 02 6250 8628.
Heath McMichael
Chair
Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT)
Indonesian Speech and Folklore Storytelling Competition 2019
BBI (ACT) CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF INDONESIAN LANGUAGE TEACHERS IN CANBERRA
Guests at the dinner to honour Indonesian teachers in the ACT, Canberra, Friday 23 November 2018
BBI (ACT) hosted a dinner on Friday, 23 November 2018 for teachers of Indonesian to honour their achievements in fostering the learning of the Indonesian language and culture at schools in Canberra and surrounding districts. Around 50 guests, comprising school principals, Indonesian teachers and Indonesian Language Teaching Assistants (ILTAs) from 12 government and non-government schools in the ACT and surrounding region, attended the dinner at the Indonesian Embassy. The Indonesian Ambassador to Australia, HE Mr Kristiarto Legowo, was the guest of honour.
In welcoming guests, the Chair of BBI (ACT), Mr Heath McMichael, said that it was a sad fact that no matter how long Indonesian programs have been in place, schools would continue to face competing demands for teachers and resources.
“BBI (ACT) is of the view that the task of upholding Indonesian language programs in ACT schools needs to be shouldered by many: by national governments in both countries through funding initiatives to overcome language learning deficits; by education authorities and school administrators who aim to strengthen Asia-literacy in the class room, and by the parents of students who recognise the benefits that come from an understanding of the language of our nearest northern neighbour”, Heath said.
At a time when resources for teaching Indonesian at Australian schools and universities are coming under increasing pressure, it is important to demonstrate practical support for Indonesian language programs in schools. Heath said BBI (ACT) was doing its bit by organising intensive Indonesian language and culture workshops for teachers and seeking joint accreditation with the Australian National University (ANU) as a qualified provider of professional learning and development for teachers.
Dr Elly Kent from the ANU’s Indonesia Institute delivered an interesting presentation on how various art and youth exchange programs between Australia and Indonesia offered opportunities for motivating Indonesian learning at all levels. Canberra-based practitioners of traditional Indonesian dance and Javanese gamelan performed during the dinner which featured a sumptuous three course meal of Indonesian dishes.
Heath said that BBI (ACT) was keen to see more school students learning Indonesian in the ACT. BBI (ACT) would continue to work with teachers, schools, the ACT education authorities and the Indonesian Embassy to stimulate interest in taking up the Indonesian language.
BBI (ACT) HOSTS INDONESIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE WORKSHOP FOR TEACHERS
On Saturday, 22 September 2018, BBI (ACT) hosted an Intensive Language and Culture Workshop at the Australian National University for Indonesian teachers in the ACT and surrounding districts. The purpose of the workshop, the first of its kind to be held in Canberra, was to provide an opportunity for teachers – particularly those with basic to intermediate level language competence – to deepen their language skills and knowledge of contemporary Indonesia. A small but enthusiastic group of teachers from primary and secondary government and non-government schools took part in a variety of role play and other capacity-building activities. The workshop featured an interactive one-day program which was delivered by BBI (ACT) experts on Indonesian language, religion and society. Topics covered included: body language and etiquette; literature and folktales; Balinese dance; grammar; popular culture, and; performance art. An excellent luncheon of Indonesian dishes was provided.
Feedback on the workshop from teachers was very positive. Some participants expressed satisfaction that the presentations were classroom-ready while others felt the materials presented would help develop their professional skills. BBI (ACT) is proud to have been able to contribute its in-house expertise to assist Indonesian teachers in a practical and entertaining way to create relevant and contemporary classroom materials for use at their schools. Some photos of the workshop appear below.
Indonesian language teachers honoured at gala Canberra dinner
Indonesian Language Teaching Assistants in Canberra presented with Certificates of Appreciation, 20 October 2017
Primary and secondary school teachers of Indonesian were honoured at a gala dinner hosted by the Balai Bahasa Indonesia (BBI-ACT) at the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra on Friday, 20 October 2017. Teachers and School Principals from at least 15 ACT government and non-government schools attended the dinner which an opportunity to exchange classroom experiences teaching Indonesian to students in Canberra. Certificates of Appreciation were handed out to 10 Indonesian Language Teaching Assistants who give up time outside their own academic studies in Canberra tertiary institutions to teach in Canberra schools under a MOU between the ACT Education Directorate and the Indonesian Embassy. Guests were treated to a three-course Indonesian meal, Balinese gamelan music performed by local enthusiasts and traditional Indonesian dances. They heard a keynote address by Bapak Halim Nataprawira from the Queensland Department of Education who delivered an insightful presentation on the use of formal versus informal Bahasa Indonesia.
BBI (ACT) Chair, Heath McMichael, told guests it was important for young people to develop an understanding of Asian cultures and languages in an increasingly Asia-centric world. Asia-literacy was a vital commodity for those contemplating carriers in commerce, overseas education and travel in Asia. To promote an awareness of Indonesian culture and language, BBI (ACT) organised activities for members and the general public, for example Indonesian film nights, book club events and study tours of Indonesia for teachers of Indonesian.
Heath said that BBI (ACT) was keen to see more school students learning Indonesian in the ACT. BBI (ACT) would continue to work with teachers, schools, the education authorities and the Indonesian Embassy to stimulate interest in taking up the Indonesian language.
BBI (ACT) RECEIVES CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION FROM INDONESIAN EMBASSY
BBI (ACT) was honoured to be recognised on Indonesian Independence Day by the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra for promoting the learning of Indonesian in the Canberra and for contributing to friendly relations between Australia and Indonesia. BBI (ACT) looks forward to further cooperation with the Embassy and interested community members who are seeking to deepen ties between our two countries.
FAREWELL PAK RONNY!
On 22 May 2017, BBI (ACT) Board members farewelled Bpk Ronny Nur, the Indonesian Embassy’s Cultural Attache at a dinner in Canberra. Pak Ronny, a member of the BBI (ACT) Board, was praised for his energetic efforts to promote the teaching of Indonesian in schools and universities in the ACT and throughout Australia. BBI (ACT) Chair, Heath McMichael, thanked Pak Ronny for his efforts in support of BBI (ACT)’s mandate to foster the learning of Indonesian and understanding of Indonesian culture within the broad community. Heath noted Pak Ronny had lent BBI (ACT) valuable assistance in organising events at the Embassy’s Balai Kartini, for example, the Women in Poetry evening in 2014 and dinners for Indonesian language teachers in 2015 and 2016. Vice Chair, George Quinn, said Pak Ronny’s contribution to a deeper understanding of Indonesian culture within Australia were recognised throughout Australia. Board member, Amrih Widodo, said Pak Ronny, a trained scientist, had set a very high benchmark for future Cultural Attaches at the Indonesian Embassy. All board members wished Pak Ronny well in his new role at the Agriculture Institute in Bogor. In thanking the Board, Pak Ronny said he regarded Australia with great warmth as his second home. He looked forward to visiting Canberra from time to time when he visited Armidale in NSW as a visiting professor at the University of New England.
Selamat jalan Pak Ronny!
BBI (ACT) Board members farewell Pak Ronny
Pak Ronny saying farewell to Board members
BBI (ACT) Financial Report 2016
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Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT) 
