Join a special ANU Indonesia Project public lecture featuring Dennis Richardson AC, one of Australia’s most distinguished diplomats and public servants
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Location: China in the World Lecture Theatre, Australian Centre on China in the World
Building 188, Fellows La, Acton ACT
Program:
- 4:30 - 5:00 pm: Networking and catered hors d'oeuvres and refreshments
- 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm: public lecture with Q&A
This is an in-person only event. Registration is essential.
Event Description:
In celebrating 60 years of the ANU Indonesia Project, we invite you to a special ANU Public Lecture featuring Dennis Richardson AC, one of Australia’s most distinguished diplomats and public servants.
With decades of experience at the highest levels of government, including as Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and the Department of Defence, Dennis Richardson brings a unique perspective on the evolving relationship between Australia and Indonesia.
This is a rare opportunity to hear from a key figure in shaping Australia’s foreign policy at a critical moment in regional and global affairs. Join us for this exciting event as we explore the Australia-Indonesia relationship within the broader geostrategic context.
This event will be opened by Professor Anthony Connolly, Dean of the College of Law Governance and Policy, and chaired by Dr Elly Kent, Lecturer and Convenor of the Indonesian Language at ANU, and Deputy Director of the ANU Indonesia Institute.
Event Speakers
Dennis Richardson AC
Dennis Richardson, AC, is one of Australia’s most eminent public servants. He served as the Secretary of the Department of Defence and the Department of Foreign Affairs. He was previously the 10th Director-General of Security and the 19th Ambassador of Australia to the United States.
Professor Anthony Connolly
Professor Anthony Connolly is the Dean of the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy.
Dr Elly Kent
Elly is the Deputy Director (Academic and Student Engagement) of the ANU Indonesia Institute. She heads the Indonesian Language program at ANU, convenes the Year in Asia program and is the treasurer of the Indonesia Council, Australia's peak body for Indonesian studies.
