'Keeping history alive': Australian museum celebrating Indonesia's Independence Day, diplomatic relations

'Pinisi' screening at the Australian National Maritime Museum, 18 August 2024, celebrating 79th anniversary of the Independence Day of Indonesia. Credit: SBS Indonesian

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Referring Indonesia as "Australia's oldest brother", the Maritime Museum in Australia celebrates the anniversary of Indonesia's independence and looks at the relationship between the two countries in an effort to keep the history alive.

As part of a series of events celebrating Indonesia's 79th independence, Indonesian Independence Day Cultural Celebration was held at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney in 18 August.

Open to the public, this event presented cultural performances and screenings of the documentary films Pinisi and Indonesia Calling.

Matt Lee, VIP Relations & Membership Manager of the Australian National Maritime Museum, explained to SBS Indonesian the significance of holding this event.

There's also a dress display for traditional South Sulawesi attire. Credit: SBS Indonesian

SBS Indonesian also spoke with a representative from Kerukunan Keluarga Sulawesi Selatan (KKSS), Ardi, regarding his community's involvement in this event.

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