Honorary German Consul - Brisbane

ℹ️ The Ministry of Defense will grant an exemption from the authorisation requirement this week. The Military Service Modernisation Act explicitly provides for this. Currently, this means that no authorisation is required for deployments abroad! This could change if the security situation worsens and military service becomes mandatory. The Ministry of Defense has made provisions for this eventuality with this legislation.

ℹ️ Das Verteidigungsministerium wird eine Ausnahme von der Genehmigungspflicht noch diese Woche zulassen. Das Wehrdienstmodernisierungsgesetz sieht dies ausdrücklich vor. Aktuell gilt also für alle: Es braucht keine Genehmigung für Auslandsaufenthalte! Das könnte sich ändern, wenn sich die Sicherheitslage verschärfen und der Wehrdienst verpflichtend werden sollte. Für diesen Fall hat das Verteidigungsministerium mit dem Gesetz vorgesorgt.

Das Verteidigungsministerium wird eine Ausnahme von der Genehmigungspflicht noch diese Woche zulassen. Das Wehrdienstmodernisierungsgesetz sieht dies ausdrücklich vor.

Aktuell gilt also für alle: Es braucht keine Genehmigung für Auslandsaufenthalte! Das könnte sich ändern, wenn sich die Sicherheitslage verschärfen und der Wehrdienst verpflichtend werden sollte. Für diesen Fall hat das Verteidigungsministerium mit dem Gesetz vorgesorgt.

Since the then German Honorary Consul Johann Heussler donated 850 Pounds to rebuild the Brisbane German Club in Vulture Street, we, the German Missions, have a special relationship with the longest running ethnic club in Queensland.

Thus, it has been a privilege to attend and to address our guests as part of the 143rd Anniversary Ball.

It was another wonderful evening thanks to the outstanding quality of service and the amazing kitchen - vielen Dank to our entire staff - we are very grateful and proud of you.

We were delighted that Deputy Speaker Jon Krause MP, Renee Coffey MP, Joe Kelly MP, Barbara O'Shea MP and Councillor Penny Wolff were able to celebrate with us.

📚✏️ Back to school – this time at the German Consulate General in Sydney!

Last week, three newly hired staff members from our Honorary Consuls in Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth joined us for hands-on training 🤓🛂

They got a close look at how we work – from passport services to consular assistance – and are now taking this experience back to their offices.

🇩🇪🤝 Seven Honorary Consuls across Australia are there to support you – nearby and dedicated.

📚✏️ Zurück auf die Schulbank – diesmal im Generalkonsulat Sydney!

Letzte Woche hieß es für drei neu eingestellte Mitarbeiterinnen unserer Honorarkonsuln aus Brisbane, Melbourne und Perth: mitschreiben, nachfragen und Praxis sammeln 🤓🛂

Bei ihrer Hospitation haben sie unsere Arbeit kennengelernt – von Pass- bis zu konsularischen Dienstleistungen – und nehmen dieses Wissen jetzt mit in ihre Büros.

🇩🇪🤝 Insgesamt sind sieben Honorarkonsulinnen und Honorarkonsuln in ganz Australien für unsere Sie da – nah, persönlich und engagiert.

🇩🇪 VORsprung is here to bring you upfront! 🚀

Would you like to study STEM in Germany? The DAAD’s VORsprung programme helps international students prepare for university studies in Germany - with flexible online learning from home.

From mathematics and technical problem-solving to strengthening academic German, VORsprung gives students the tools and confidence to take the next step.

Join our free online information session to learn more about:
✅ course structure and content
✅ application and admission requirements
✅ how VORsprung supports your pathway into STEM studies in Germany

This session is especially for parents, interested applicants, and students with indirect university entrance qualifications and German proficiency at B1 level or above.

📅 Tuesday, 2 June 2026
🕕 6:00 pm (AEST)
💻 Online: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/34870414580626?p=5VPUgnsAJ2eloCe1vN
🇩🇪 Language: German

VORsprung is funded by the DAAD with support from the German Federal Foreign Ministry

DAAD, Study in Germany, German Embassy Australia, German Consulate General Sydney, Deutsche Schule Melbourne, German International School Sydney, Goethe-Institut Australien, Das Zentrum, Australian-German Institute Inc., Honorary German Consul - Brisbane



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QAGOMA's next Free Language Guided Tour is fast approaching and there is spaces available! 🙂

German-Language Volunteer Guided Tour: 'kith and kin' & selected works from 'inscribing a life'

These language tours are a great opportunity to explore Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art exhibitions in an immersive and engaging way with a German host guide.

These tours are perfect for learners and native speakers alike, offering a unique opportunity to discuss art in German.

📅 Upcoming Tour Details: 10:15am Thursday 21 May 2026
📍 Location: The Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA)
🎟 Book your free tickets: HERE

Feel free to share this invitation.

🎬 Opening Night Magic of the 2026 German Film Festival in Brisbane! ✨

On Wednesday, the German Film Festival officially kicked off at Palace Cinema Barracks opened by Palace's own Lisa Rickets and Honorary Consul Michael Rosemann. 🎤

What a fantastic evening with Wurst, Kartoffelsalat, Bretzel, Bayreuther, Schnapps Idea Distillery, photo booth, Berliner and more! 🥨

The opening film “Berlin Hero” had audiences laughing, ooooing and aaaaahing, a truly perfect start to the month of .

The best part? The festival is just getting started! 🎥 The German Film Festival 2026 is running until 27 May across all major cities in Australia, showcasing a hand-picked selection of the best contemporary German-language cinema, some straight from the . 🇩🇪🇦🇹🇨🇭

👉 Don’t miss your chance to experience outstanding films and a feeling of home on the big screen! 🎟️ Grab your tickets now and explore the full program.

See you at the movies! 🍿👀

It's a busy month for the German community in Brisbane!

Find a selection of these events here:
brisbanegermanweek.com.au/community

Community | Brisbane German Week Find upcoming events within the local German community here. You will see anniversaries and other important dates, festivals, ceremonies, networking and community events from the German community in Queensland and interstate, updated once a month.