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Presiden Joko Widodo take a picture after give a trophy for Moto GP rider Jorge Martin in Mandalika circuit on Sunday September 29th 2024. (Photo : Vico-Setpres) - 

VOInews, Lombok : President Joko Widodo expressed his appreciation for the development of MotoGP in Indonesia in the last three years. This appreciation was conveyed by the Head of State after witnessing the world motor racing event, Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2024, at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, Central Lombok Regency, on Sunday, September 29 2024.

"I see that developments in the past 3 years have been very good, especially in management, the management is better, the facilities also look better," said the President in his statement to the media crew after the match.

Apart from the implementation which was considered better, President Jokowi also appreciated the presence of local crew from West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). According to the President, this shows support for the empowerment of local workers.

"Thirdly, for the crew, I am happy that the 3 thousand crew here are all from NTB. That's what I'm happy about," said the President.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Sunday September 29th 2024, the President also highlighted the importance of evaluation and improvement for better implementation in the future. He emphasized that all deficiencies would continue to be corrected in order to improve the quality of this event.

"I think what we still haven't evaluated enough, fix it, what we haven't evaluated enough, fix it, correct it, fix it," said the President.

The President also said that the organizer, Dorna Sports, gave a positive response to the holding of MotoGP in Mandalika this year. The President said that Dorna appreciated the local culture displayed at the opening ceremony of the racing event.

"Earlier, from Dorna's comments, we said that our organization was different, very good, there was a national anthem and there were dances which were also very good," he said.

The 2024 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia in Mandalika has succeeded in attracting world attention and attracting motor racing fans, both from within and outside the country. President Jokowi's support for this event also emphasizes the importance of international sports for Indonesia, both from a tourism and economic perspective//VOI

Chloe Ashbolt, Counsellor Public Affairs, Australian Embassy Jakarta, giving her remarks at opening of the film masterclass as part of the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy’s International Creative Industry Conference and Festival (IC Fest) today at Gadjah Mada University Yogyakarta. (Photo : Australian Embassy) - 

VOInews, Yogyakarta : The Australian Embassy Jakarta presented a film masterclass as part of the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy’s International Creative Industry Conference and Festival (IC Fest) today at Gadjah Mada University Yogyakarta.

"Australia and Indonesia are working together to promote a vibrant and innovative future for the creative industries. Film is an important medium that has the power to strengthen connections between our two countries," said Chloe Ashbolt, Counsellor Public Affairs, Australian Embassy Jakarta.

Award-winning Australian alumna, actress, presenter and journalist Marissa Anita, moderated the masterclass targeted at aspiring filmmakers, directors, producers, and film making enthusiasts.

Tia Hasibuan, producer and co-founder of 'Come and See Pictures', joined Marissa and shared her expertise in film production, recent developments in Indonesia's film industry, current opportunities for emerging filmmakers, and practical tips on film production skills.

Participants also gained insights into the Australian Embassy’s annual Festival Sinema Australia Indonesia, which highlights Australian and Australian alumni talent.

This year’s festival, which celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and Indonesia, was held from 31 May- 23 June in ten cities across Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Padang, Surabaya, Mataram, Makassar, Manado, Samarinda, and Balikpapan)//VOI

The 2024 IDeaward awarding night receivers take picture together. (Photo : Fatoer) - 

VOInews, Jakarta : The 2024 IDeaward awarding night which was held at the Assembly Hall, Jakarta Convention Center, on Friday September 27th 2024 became the most prestigious award event in honoring agencies and individuals who have made significant contributions to creativity and innovation in Indonesia.

This event brings together national leaders, creative figures and government agencies who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to building a better future through creative and innovative ideas.

IDeaward 2024 presents a number of award categories given to institutions and inspirational figures in various sectors.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Sunday September 29th 2024, this event not only gives awards to innovators and leaders in their fields, but also becomes an inspiration for participants to continue to encourage creative ideas that can build Indonesia's future. We believe that the spirit of innovation demonstrated by these winners will have a greater impact on society.

Meanwhile, the recipient of the Creative & Influential Female Figure award in South Kalimantan, Raudatul Jannah, SKM., M.Kes, who is the Chair of the PKK Mobilization Team for South Kalimantan Province, said that she and all the women of South Kalimantan would like to express their gratitude for the awards given at this event. For him, this is an appreciation for the cooperation of all parties in South Kalimantan.

Raudatul Jannah expressed his gratitude and gratitude for the trust given while promising to be more creative and innovative so that he can continue to have a positive impact on the people of Banua.

"Thank God, thank God, thank you for your trust, let's keep moving, strengthen the country forward with the power of the people," he stressed.

Raudatul Jannah has succeeded in moving mothers throughout South Kalimantan to become independent and also mobilizing MSMEs there which are generally driven by women.

On this occasion, Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga also handed over Idea Awards to a number of figures who were considered to have presented creative and innovative ideas.

Some of these figures include Attorney General ST. Burhanuddin; Minister of Education, Culture, Research and Technology, Nadiem Makarim; and the Governor of North Sulawesi, Olly Dondokambey//VOI

Launch of the Indonesia-Australia Teacher Education Cooperation in Jakarta on Tuesday September 24th 2024, (Photo : Kedubes Australia) - 

VOInews, Jakarta : Australia and Indonesia launched the Indonesia-Australia Teacher Education Cooperation. This joint initiative will enhance the quality of the teacher workforce in Indonesia.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia in Jakarta on Tuesday September 24th 2024, the Cooperation brings together five Australian and ten Indonesian universities. The universities will work together on a range of education and research activities, and ensure Indonesian universities have the capabilities they need to train the next generation of high-quality teachers.

“I want to congratulate the Indonesian Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology on spearheading this initiative,” said Professor Jennifer Westacott AO, Australia’s Business Champion for Indonesia. 

“This Cooperation will support Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to ensure teachers are well-equipped to step into the classroom with confidence,” she said.

Professor Nunuk Suryani, Director General of Teacher and Education Personnel at the Indonesian Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology said, “The Indonesia-Australia Teacher Education Cooperation will serve as a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices in teacher education. Hopefully through this cooperation the quality of teacher education in Indonesia can be improved and will ultimately create a transformation in our educational landscape to deliver quality learning to Indonesian students,”.

“Education is a vital part of the Australia-Indonesia partnership, and this new initiative will strengthen our collaboration. By boosting teacher training cooperation between Australia and Indonesia, we can make a lasting impact on education quality and student learning outcomes,” said Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Penny Williams PSM.

The Indonesia-Australia Teacher Education Cooperation builds on the long-standing partnership between Indonesia and Australia that supports learning outcomes in Indonesian primary schools.

Australian members are Western Sydney University, Deakin University, Central Queensland University, the University of Adelaide and University of Newcastle.

Indonesian members are Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Universitas Negeri Malang, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Universitas Negeri Padang, Universitas Sanata Dharma, Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Universitas Negeri Medan, and Universitas Negeri Manado//VOI