Australia Center
Promoting cultural exchange and cooperation across the Asia-Pacific region.
Our Team
James Mitchell
Center Director
Overall operations and external affairs of the Australia Centre
+61-2-5555-0001
mitchell@apicc.org.cn
Sarah Thompson
Cultural Exchange Officer
Planning and coordinating cultural events and exchange programs
+61-2-5555-0002
thompson@apicc.org.cn
David Chen
Communications Manager
Media relations and communications strategy
+61-2-5555-0003
chen@apicc.org.cn
Emily Watson
Project Coordinator
Project management and partnership development
+61-2-5555-0004
watson@apicc.org.cn
Our Locations
Sydney Office
Asia-Pacific Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Centre – Sydney Office
Melbourne Office
Asia-Pacific Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Centre – Melbourne Office
Brisbane Office
Asia-Pacific Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Centre – Brisbane Office
Perth Office
Asia-Pacific Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Centre – Perth Office
Auckland Office
Asia-Pacific Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Centre – Auckland Office
Latest News
Australia-China Cultural Exchange Forum 2026 Held in Sydney
The 15th Australia-China Cultural Exchange Forum was held in grand style at the Sydney Convention Centre, with approximately 500 cultural representatives from both countries in attendance.
Asia-Pacific Youth Arts Festival 2026 Opens
Over 300 young artists from 15 Asia-Pacific countries gather in Melbourne for an international arts exchange festival.
Sydney Office Moves to New Location
The Australia Centre Sydney office has moved to Darling Harbour, strengthening its role as a cultural exchange hub.
Announcement: Australia-Japan Economic Partnership Seminar
A seminar to strengthen Australia-Japan economic cooperation will be held simultaneously in Sydney and Tokyo this November.
Australian Indigenous Culture Workshop Report
An Aboriginal art workshop, didgeridoo performance, and Dreamtime storytelling session were held at the Brisbane office.
Asia-Pacific Innovation Summit 2026: Call for Participants
Registration is now open for the Innovation Summit, exploring the intersection of technology and cultural exchange.
Australia-Korea Joint Cultural Exhibition Opens
A joint exhibition of contemporary artists from Australia and Korea opens at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
2026 Asia-Pacific Cultural Contribution Award Nominations Now Open
Nominations are now open for the annual award honoring outstanding contributions to cultural exchange in the Asia-Pacific region.