Canberra Friends of Dili supports the friendship city relationship between Canberra and Dili as cities and capitals of their countries.
Our aim is to foster a relationship based on friendship between communities in Canberra and Dili
The relationship is based on the formal friendship city agreement between the ACT Government and the Dili District Administration. The agreement was signed by the ACT Chief Minister and the District Administrator on 7 June 2004. Canberra Friends of Dili, which was formed in 2002, lobbied for the agre
20/05/2026
Today, the people of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste celebrate the 24th Anniversary of the Restoration of their Independence.
This important milestone reflects a journey shaped by resilience, determination, and the unwavering spirit of its people. It also stands as a testament to the nation’s progress, unity and aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous future.
04/05/2026
Canberra Friends of Dili recently attended a fundraiser for the Nusatenggara Association Inc. It was a fantastic evening featuring traditional dance, music and food and a speech from the Indonesian Ambassador.
25/04/2026
29/03/2026
27/03/2026
📆 Save the date! NTA 2026 ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DINNER on 18 April
All proceeds help tackle poverty and malnutrition in farming communities of eastern Indonesia.
📆 Saturday 18 April 2026
🕖 6.00 pm
📍Canberra Southern Cross Club, Corinna Street, Woden
Indonesian food and music, with fascinating guest speaker (Prof. Jim Fox) plus a raffle, silent auction and much more fun!
🎫 $97 per person / $75 for students (Ask about a table for 10!) Tix available at https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1546534
15/02/2026
Genoveva and Zenidia with their suport team. Mark and Sarah Johnston, Dos Santos and Gordana Morphett
13/02/2026
Canberra Friends of Dili was delighted to welcome two aspiring, young, Timorese tennis players on Wednesday night.
Alma and Zenidia are visiting Australia as part of the Timor-Leste Kids Tennis program. Over the coming weeks, the girls will be travelling around Australia to compete in tournaments and further develop their skills on the court.
Their next tournament is at the Melba Tennis Club this weekend. Come along and cheer them on!
28/01/2026
Australia and Timor-Leste are taking our old friendship to a new level 🇦🇺🇹🇱
Today, Prime Minister Gusmão and I agreed to elevate our partnership.
With new economic and security cooperation that will create jobs, and help our countries meet new challenges we face.
Because we’re stronger when we act together.