BY INDY MAEALASIA

AUSTRALIA has successfully hosted its biggest “Study Australia Road Show Exhibition” at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara last week, drawing a large number of high school students, school leavers, and members of the public.

This year’s exhibition featured participation from 15 Australian universities, more than double the number from the previous year.

The event provided attendees the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of education and career pathways available in Australia.

Patrick Ani, Senior Business Development Manager with the Australia Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), coordinated the education mission and emphasised the event’s growth and significance.

“This is, so far, the largest premier education event for Australian universities to recruit students in the Pacific,” Ani said.

The Study Australia Road Show was first launched in 2023, beginning with just six universities. In 2024, that number rose to eight, and in 2025, it has reached 15.

“With the number of universities doubling, students now have access to a broader range of educational opportunities in Australia,” Ani noted.

University representatives were present at the exhibition to speak directly with prospective students, offering insights into programs, campus life, and scholarship opportunities.

Organizers have reported a strong turnout, with approximately 200 participants in attendance.

Expected outcomes of the event include an increase in student enrolments in Australian institutions and strengthening of institutional partnerships between both countries.

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