Trans-tasman Tales

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Consul-General and Senior Trade Commissioner Craig Knowles AM is talking about the DFAT-funded, ABC-delivered Women in News & Sport (WINS). He is joined by ABC trainer Aaron Kearney and WINS participants Adele Willie and Jennesa Moli from Vanuatu, and Josephine Navula and Lavenia Yalovi from Fiji.The group have been in New Zealand commentating the Oceania Football Confederation Women's Nations Cup Finals in both English and their native languages, Bislama and Fijian.In the episode, Craig refers to Year of Indigenous Languages. This takes place in 2019.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Lindsey Sanger, Second Secretary at the Australian High Commission sits down with Fijian-Indian Australian author Zoya Patel.Zoya's first published book, No Country Woman, is a collection of memoir essays on race, identity and the diaspora. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Ashleigh Muir, Public Affairs Manager at the Australian High Commission sits down with charity Orange Sky.Orange Sky began in Australia as an idea from two young men, to provide mobile washing, drying and shower facilities for people doing it tough. They added their iconic orange chairs to enable their volunteers to connect over conversation while the machines do their thing.Orange Sky New Zealand has now launched their first mobile van in Auckland, and Orange Sky CEO Jo Westh and Auckland-based service manager Eddie Uini sat down to talk about the journey to Auckland.You can engage with Orange Sky New Zealand here.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Australian High Commissioner to New Zealand Ewen McDonald sits down with Frances Adamson, Secretary for the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.Ewen asks the big questions, including how the 2017 Foreign Policy White Paper is going one year on, how Australia and New Zealand can work together to make a difference and whether the flat white is an Aussie or Kiwi creation.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, James Watson, Minister Counsellor for Home Affairs at the Australian High Commission in New Zealand, talks with the New Zealand Law Foundation's 2018 Distinguished Visiting Fellow, Dr Tim McCormack about why we should care about international law. During his visit to New Zealand Dr McCormack was hosted by the Faculty of Law at the University of Canterbury and toured all law schools giving staff seminars and public lectures. Professor McCormack is Dean of the Law School at the University of Tasmania and a Professorial Fellow at the Melbourne Law School. He is also the Special Adviser on International Humanitarian Law to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in The Hague and a Director of World Vision Australia.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFin

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Ashleigh Muir, Public Affairs Manager at the Australian High Commission in New Zealand, talks to Ally Watson, co-founder of Code Like A Girl. Scottish Ally moved to Australia and went in search of a network for women in tech. When she didn't find what she was looking for, she set up Code Like a Girl - and it has gone from strength to strength.Ally attended the New Zealand International Science Festival in Dunedin and sat down to talk about her brand, encouraging girls and women to get into tech and her own leadership approach. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Anna Brown, Second Secretary at the Australian High Commission sits down with Dr Ken Silburn, recipient of the 2015 Prime Minister's Prize for Science in Secondary Teaching, and named one of 2017's top 10 teachers in the world. Ken spent a week in New Zealand as part of the Australian High Commission's public diplomacy work, hosting workshops with teachers and students, engaging with New Zealand's science community and presenting at the New Zealand International Science Festival, and SCICON, the Science Educators Conference.Ken and Anna talk about the importance of engaging students in STEM, including young women, the highlights of his visit to New Zealand, and Ken's unique approach to science education. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind u

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Lindsey Sanger, Second Secretary at the Australian High Commission speaks with three inspiring Indigenous female leaders, in New Zealand as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations. In keeping with this year's theme, 'Because of Her, We Can!, this week's episode focuses on the achievements and challenges these women have faced. Featuring Dr Donna Odegaard AM, Susan Murphy and Sandra Creamer. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales, Anna Brown, Second Secretary at the Australian High Commission and speaks with David Schaap from the Save the Tasmanian Devils Program and Carnivore Keeper at Wellington Zoo, Amy Saunders, about the iconic Tasmanian Devil and the challenges they face. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.In the latest episode of Trans-Tasman Tales Australian High Commissioner Ewen McDonald goes from interviewee to interviewer when he sits down with CEO of Austrade Dr Stephanie Fahey during her time in New Zealand recently. Ewen and Stephanie talk bilateral trade, Single Economic Market and Ewen asks Stephanie the hardest questions he was asked last week. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today's episode features Ewen McDonald, the Australian High Commissioner to New Zealand. Ewen talks with Deputy High Commissioner Andrew Cumpston about his first few months in New Zealand, his career, and his love of footy. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today's bonus episode features Liam Kennedy, the Australian Youth Speaker at the Anzac Day National Commemoration Ceremony in Wellington. Listen to Liam's application, his chat with Australian Defence Adviser Captain Christine Clarke, RAN, andLiam's reading of a letter from Mrs Darcy Webb to the Minister of Defence regarding the death of her nephew, an indigenous soldier. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today, Australian Deputy High Commissioner Andrew Cumpston is in conversation with Kevin "Shifter" Sheehan OAM, ALF National and International Talent Manager, and Rob Malone, Head Coach of the New Zealand AFL team, talking about the great Aussie game and its place in New Zealand. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today, the Australian High Commission is joined by Professor Ken Smith, Dean of the Australia New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG). Bringing together 10 Governments and 15 Universities across the public sectors in Australia and New Zealand, ANZSOG supports a better educated public sector and research-led government. Professor Smith explains why this is important and how ANZSOG is looking to grow. Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today we're joined by Australian playwright Joanna Murray-Smith, whose play Switzerland is currently being performed at Circa Theatre Wellington. In this episode she discusses playwrights and novelists, gives advice to aspiring writers and answers the age old question - is the humble pav Australian and Kiwi? Switzerland is being performed by Circa Theatre in Wellington until 14 April 2018.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.On 4 October 2017, The Australian High Commission hosted its Women in Leadership Speaker Series, with Kate McKenzie, Joan Withers and Ann Sherry AO. Hosted by Alison Duncan, the three speakers discuss women, leadership and whether that ceiling is still intact.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Between 28 January and 3 February 2018 the Australian High Commission hosted an Australian Indigenous business delegation. The aim of the visit was to support closer ties with New Zealand's Maori economy and to learn from the successes of Maori businesses.Dr Donna Odegaard AM is the founder and owner of Aboriginal Broadcasting Australia. She was nominated for Australian of the Year in 2015 and is a Larrakia Elder. Wayne Bergamnn is CEO of KRED Enterprises, an Aboriginal Economic Development Foundation. He spent 10 years as the head of the Kimberley Land Council and is of Nyikina ancestry.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.On 2 August 2017, The Australian High Commission hosted its Women in Leadership Speaker Series, with Mai Chen, Traci Houpapa MNZM and Louisa Wall MP. Hosted by Alison Duncan, the three speakers discuss gender, diversity and why it matters.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today we're joined by First Assistant Secretary, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Daniel Sloper to talk about diplomacy in the Pacific and the Trans-Tasman relationship.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere

Welcome to Trans-Tasman Tales, the free podcast by the Australian High Commission in New Zealand.Today we're joined by ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr to talk about the sister cities relationship between Canberra and Wellington, the benefits to both economies and the opportunities it provides both Australia and New Zealand.The Chief Minister also talks about Canberra's vote in the voluntary postal survey on marriage equality in Australia and what happens next.Keep up to date with the Australian High Commission in New Zealand by following us on social media: Find us on FacebookFind us on TwitterFind us on LinkedInVisit our website Music by Lee Rosevere