Chandra Yonzon

🙏 THANK YOU 🙏
A Truly Memorable Chapter in My Life
Over 16 Years (2008 – 2024) of Dedicated Community Service.

Together with my beloved wife, Laxmi, and our broader family, I am deeply honored and grateful for the privilege of serving our community as the Honorary Consul General of Nepal to Victoria, Australia.

My heartfelt thanks to the Government of Nepal and the Government of Australia for placing their trust in me with this esteemed role as one of the longest serving Honorary Consul General of Nepal to Victoria Australia.

It has been a true privilege to serve and stand beside such a vibrant, diverse, and supportive community.

To everyone who has walked this journey with me — thank you for your unwavering support, encouragement, and goodwill over these remarkable 16 years.

With sincere gratitude,

Chandra Yonzon

Notice of Closure of Honorary Consulate General Office at
28 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000

New Consulate office is located at:
Level 1, 3C Belair Avenue, Glenroy VIC 3046.

The Consulate of Nepal in Victoria is pleased to congratulate our newly appointed Honorary Consul, Mr. Nirajan Gauli. Also we like to announce the closure of Honorary Consulate General's Office at 28 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne effective from August 1, 2024.

Should you have any questions, concerns, or general business inquiries about consular services, please contact at: [email protected] or [email protected].

Please be informed that effective August 1, 2024, visas and all other consular matters will be provided from the new consulate office at:

Level 1, 3C Belair Avenue, Glenroy VIC 3046.

The existing consulate office located at Level 7, 28-32 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, ceased operations from July 31, 2024.

For inquiries, please contact Mr. Nirajan Gauli at 03-9306 3913, and mail correspondence can be directed to:

PO Box 2211, Oak Park, Victoria 3046.

The consulate office will be temporarily located at:
Level 1, 3C Belair Avenue, Glenroy VIC 3046.

For any further inquiries other than consular matters, please contact:

Embassy of Nepal
22 Kareelah Vista, O’Malley,
Canberra ACT 2606
Tel: (02) 6286 8006

Email: [email protected]

Mr. Chandra Yonzon, his wife Mrs. Laxmi Yonzon, and the entire consulate team express their sincere gratitude to the entire community, government officials, media outlets, and everyone who supported and assisted this office over the past 16 years. It has been a journey of hard work and meaningful achievements, marked by a commitment to representing Nepal with dedication and integrity.

This will be the last post from this page. From diplomatic initiatives to community support, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your unwavering support and friendship.

We thank you all.

The Consulate of Nepal in Victoria is proud to announce the continuation of Ms. Niru Tripathi’s exceptional service and great skills at the Nepal Consulate Office as EA/Public Diplomacy Adviser to the newly appointed Hon. Consul of Nepal to Victoria Mr Nirajan Gauli. Ms. Tripathi brings nearly a decade of invaluable experience, having served as EA to the former Hon. Consul General Mr. Chandra Yonzon and worked closely with the Nepal Consulate Victoria team, government bodies of both Nepal and Australia, and diverse communities. She holds a Master’s in Professional and Organisational Communication (Journalism) from Victoria University, along with numerous other academic achievements within the Australia.

In addition to her work at the Nepal Consulate Office, she has experience in the Victorian local government’s communication department, where she was responsible for designing and implementing strategic plans and executing public relations campaigns for multicultural communities. Her role involved collaborating with diverse groups and demonstrating a strong commitment to promoting cultural diversity.

An award-winning community leader and media personality, Ms. Tripathi is a dynamic professional with extensive experience in community leadership, diplomacy, public relations, media, communication, counseling, and writing. Her advocacy for diverse individuals in both government and private sectors, along with her previous role as an advisor for the North West Ward in the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC), reflects her deep commitment to fostering inclusion and shaping multicultural policies. Her journey in Australian public service, council, diplomacy, and voluntary work aims at enriching communities and promoting unity through diversity. With a diverse skill set and a fervent desire to make a positive impact, she brings a unique perspective and unwavering dedication to every endeavor she undertakes.

In her role, Ms. Tripathi will continue to assist the consulate in fortifying the bilateral relationship between Nepal and Australia. She will lead the team to provide essential consular services and spearhead the consulate’s comprehensive public engagement strategy, encompassing cultural, linguistic, tourism, trade and investment, economic, academic, and event management. She will also work closely with the Nepal Embassy in Canberra, and the Nepal Tourism Board in Nepal, engaging with Nepali community members, citizens, influencers, leaders, organizations, media, academics, think tanks, businesses, civil society to promote Nepal’s interests in Australia and support the vibrant Nepali community.

Ms. Tripathi’s responsibilities will include developing and executing the consulate’s public diplomacy strategy, ensuring successful project outcomes through thorough evaluation and reporting. She will provide strategic advice on public diplomacy, cultural policy, and public engagement issues, liaising with consular corps and Victorian parliament. Additionally, Ms. Tripathi will represent and assist the consulate at high-level committees, meetings, and events, skillfully negotiating on complex and sensitive issues related to public diplomacy priorities. Furthermore, Ms. Tripathi will foster productive relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies and community groups.

The Nepal Consulate Office is honored to have Ms. Niru Tripathi continue her exemplary service. Her dedication, leadership, and diplomatic acumen will undoubtedly enhance Nepal’s presence and influence in Australia. Her appointment as EA/Public Diplomacy Adviser marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and support the Nepali community in Australia. Her continued commitment to serving the office and the Nepali community in Victoria is deeply appreciated.

We extend our deepest gratitude and thank you to Ms. Tripathi for her steadfast dedication and tireless efforts, and look forward with great anticipation to the positive impact she will undoubtedly continue to make in her ongoing role.

The Consulate of Nepal in Victoria extends its heartfelt congratulations and warm welcome to Mr. Nirajan Gauli on his appointment as the new Consul of Nepal to Victoria.

Mr. Gauli, a distinguished civil engineer, has been a vital member of the Nepalese community in Victoria since his arrival in 2012. He earned his Master’s in Civil Engineering from Swinburne University and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. His unwavering commitment to community service is exemplified through his leadership roles, notably as Chair of Australia Nepal Public Link-ANPL and his active involvement with the Non-Resident Nepalese Association of Australia.

Under Mr. Gauli’s stewardship, Australia Nepal Public Link Inc. has achieved remarkable progress in addressing crucial issues such as mental health support, road and water safety training, and su***de prevention. His efforts have garnered significant recognition and appreciation within both the Nepali community and the broader Australian society. His exemplary service has been recognized with prestigious accolades, including a nomination for the Merri-bek City Council Volunteer of the Year and the award of Non-Resident Nepalese Association of Australia’s Volunteer of the Year, both in 2022.

Mr. Gauli’s profound passion for community service and his dedicated advocacy for Nepal and the Nepali diaspora make him an exemplary fit for the role of Consul. We are confident that his extensive expertise, steadfast dedication, and visionary leadership will significantly enhance Nepal’s diplomatic presence and engagement in Victoria.

The Consulate of Nepal in Victoria is honored to welcome Mr. Gauli as our new Consul. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact he will make on our community and the strengthening of Nepal-Australia bilateral relations. We extend our best wishes for a successful tenure and look forward to a fruitful collaboration that will continue to build strong ties between two nations.

The Consulate Office in Melbourne has found a lost passport belonging to Shikha Barma. If you know or have any information about her, please contact the Consulate Office immediately.

📞(+613) 96508338 If you have any information, please reach out to the Consulate Office in Melbourne. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Shikha Barma