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Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc
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Enewsletter- September 2025
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Report - Careers Evening 2025
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In August the Society jointly hosted its annual Careers Evening with the Consulate-General of Japan in Brisbane. Once again attendees were able to join both ‘in person’ at the Consulate -General of Japan and online for this popular annual event.
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HANAl, Ikuko Deputy Consul-General of Japan in Brisbane opened the event and addressed the participants before MC, Nicole Patterson of …
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Report - Australia Japan Dinner 2025
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Members and guests of Australia Japan related organisations throughout South East Queensland gathered to celebrate at the 2025 Australia Japan Dinner, held at the Stamford Plaza on 21 August.
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The dinner was hosted by the Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc. and Queensland Japan Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. and supported by the Japanese Society Gold Coast; Japan Chamber …
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Brisbane’s Sister City – Kobe
2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City relationship, Brisbane’s oldest Sister City relationship.
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Each month throughout 2025, the AJS-Q has been celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Brisbane Kobe Sister City Relationship by highlighting aspects of Kobe.
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This month we are featuring Kobe's most beautiful parks and gardens.
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Kobe's most beautiful parks and gardens
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Zuihoji Park Located on the site of the former Zuihoji Temple, the park is famous throughout the Kansai region for its spectacular autumn foliage and its cherry blossoms in spring.
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The park is is approximately 10- 15 minutes walk from Arima Onsen and is easily reached by train, bus or car from Kobe or Osaka. For a great day trip …
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Trail walking: a good way to see Japan
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Phil Ingram, AJS-QLD member with more that 30 years of involvement between Japan and Australia has written a "how to' guide on Trail Walking in Japan, with links to multiple old and new walks.
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Most visitors to Japan are undoubtedly drawn to its marvellous culture, unique cuisine and stunning scenery. Frequent visitors will know that beyond the neon lights of …
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Annual General Meeting - 25 September 2025
The 53rd Annual General Meeting of the AJS Qld will be held in the meeting room, Clayton Utz, 28th Floor, Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle St, Brisbane on Thu 25th Sep at 5:15PM for 5:3PM.
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This year, documents relating to the AGM - including the Advice of Attendance form - are available for download here:
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AJS-QLD Annual Subscription notices were sent by email to all members during August. The Society has decided to move to email delivery of subscriptions.
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The Society looks forward to your continued support.
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Autumn Tours with Japan Holidays
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by Corporate Member, Japan Holidays
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Japan Holidays has two great fully-escorted Autumn Tours to Japan coming up in October and November - perfect for viewing Japan's beautiful autumn colours.
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As summer transitions to autumn, Japan begins to cool down, offering temperate weather that’s perfect for outdoor walks. From mid-November to early December, the trees turn vivid hues of red, orange, …
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Japan Update 2025
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3 Sep 2025 | Australia-Japan Research Centre | ONLINE WEBINAR and IN-PERSON
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Save the date for this year s Japan Update, which will bring together experts from Australia and Japan to provide insights into the Japanese economy, politics and society.
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A free fully catered event with opportunities for networking or tune in at any time to the live stream to …
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Matsuri Brisbane
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6th September 2025 | presented by Brisbane Seinendan
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Experience the vibrant and exciting culture of Japan at Matsuri Brisbane 2025.
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This unforgettable day will be filled with:
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- Traditional & modern performances on stage Japanese food and unique product stalls
- Fun activities for kids and adults
- Live martial arts demonstrations
- Cultural art displays & hands-on workshops
- A special Japanese bar Indulge …
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Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) - December
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The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is largest-scale Japanese language test in the world. Since 1984, the Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services have continued to offer the JLPT as a reliable means of evaluating the Japanese proficiency of non-native speakers. The JLPT is widely recognised across corporate and government sectors as a benchmark for proficiency …
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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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