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Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc
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Enewsletter- March 2026
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AJS Evening at Paper Boat Press Gallery
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Paper boat press welcomes members and friends of the AJS-QLD to an exclusive evening of art, nibbles and discounts.
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Join us for a glass of bubbles and a bite of sushi and 10% off everything in store, including some very special pieces from artists and makers in Japan.
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6-8 pm | 60 Ahsgrove Crescent, Ashgrove | free …
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Reflections on working at the Australian Pavilion at EXPO 2025 Osaka – Shannon Whiley
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Last year I had the privilege to represent my country on the world stage as part of Team Australia at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
While many people in Japan and Brisbane will be quite familiar with the idea of World Expos, for me it was a brand new experience.
Part theme park, part United Nations, it is truly a …
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My Visit to the Doctor - Doctor Yellow
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by Lawson Dibb
Now, this isn’t your typical doctor’s appointment. This is a very special doctor — one that visits Osaka only around six to eight times a month, with no official schedule.
But if you’re part of the right online circles, scrolling through social media or checking insider LINE groups, you might just catch wind of when this “doctor” …
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AJS-QLD, in partnership with the Queensland Writers Centre, was proud to launch the GenreCon 2026 Conference.
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The launch opened with special remarks from Consul-General Ishikawa of the Consulate-General of Japan in Brisbane.
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He spoke about the power of literature and manga to connect people across borders and highlighted the deep cultural ties between Japan and Australia.
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Introducing the Japanese narrative structure of kishōtenketsu , he shared thoughtful reflections—along with a touch of humor—on how storytelling creates new perspectives and …
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50th Anniversary of Friendship and Cooperation Treaty
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In 2026, Australia and Japan celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (Friendship and Cooperation Treaty).
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The Friendship and Cooperation Treaty was initiated under Prime Minister Whitlam, and signed in Tokyo on 16 June 1976 by Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser and Prime Minister Miki Takeo.
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The Friendship and Cooperation Treaty formally recognised friendship, shared interests …
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JFF Theatre - watch online for free
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A new month, a new program of Japanese films to watch from your couch! Get stuck into a lineup of five fresh titles, now available to stream for free with JFF Theater.
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In exciting news, this latest program features The Lines That Define Me, a fan favourite at JFF 2023! Starring Ryosei Yokohama (Kokuh) this coming-of-age drama tells the …
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Do you have something you'd like to share with AJS members?
Perhaps a travel story, article, Japan-related book or movie review, recipe or photograph. We always welcome any suggestions from members. Please send your contributions to Go-Nichi to the following email address: newsletter@austjpnsoc.asn.au
The AJS e-newsletter is sent to members at the end of the first week in every month.
GPO Box 2036 | Brisbane | Qld | 4001
execsec@austjpnsoc.asn.au
Chancellor: Her Excellency, The Governor of Queensland
Patron: The Consul-General of Japan, Queensland
Committee
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Immediate Past President - Margaret Rackemann
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Vice President- Sara Jane Seery
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Honorary Secretary - Leonie Kawamoto
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Treasurer - Stephen Abbott
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Andrew Hay (Past President)
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Ross McConachie (Past President)
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Ross Humphreys (Past President)
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Shannon Whiley
Lawson Dibb
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