Who we are
The European Union is represented in Australia by a Delegation in Canberra which was established in 1981 and is responsible for the conduct of official relations with Australia. The Delegation works closely with all the diplomatic missions of the EU Member States represented in Australia.
Acknowledgement of the Country
The European Union in Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work in Canberra, the Ngunnawal and Ngambri peoples.
We honour their enduring connection to Country and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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The EU has a long tradition of finding imaginative ways to celebrate Europe Day in Australia, including lighting the sails of the Sydney Opera House with our colours.
Copyright: Daniel Boud
Delegation
Key tasks:
- To represent the European Union, as appropriate, in Australia.
- To enhance bilateral relations in the political, security, economic, commercial, environmental, social and cultural fields, including exploring new opportunities for cooperation.
- To inform the EU on all relevant developments in Australia.
- To promote and protect the EU's interests and values and raise awareness of the EU and its policies.
We do this by:
- Making and maintaining contact with key interlocutors across the political, media, economic, commercial, education, environmental, social and cultural fields at federal and state levels.
- Keeping interlocutors in Australia informed of developments in the EU.
- Undertaking public diplomacy activities to promote the EU's interests and engender a better understanding of EU affairs, its policies, purpose and aims.
- Facilitating the negotiation and implementation of bilateral agreements between the EU and Australia, through appropriate contacts and actions.
- Developing and encouraging initiatives that can strengthen the bilateral relationship.
Our Office
Ambassador's Office
Mr Gabriele VISENTIN
European Union Ambassador to Australia
Ms Anne STEPPE-MOULIN
Assistant to the Ambassador
+61 2 6271 2777
delegation-australia-hod@eeas.europa.eu
Political, Press and Information Section
The Political, Press and Information Section monitors and analyses Australia’s policies and developments in key areas including foreign, security and development policy, home affairs, human rights, energy, and climate. The Sections also manages digital communications, media relations, cultural events and outreach activities.
Dr Oliver LANDWEHR
Head of the Political, Press and Information Section
Consular Correspondent
delegation-australia@eeas.europa.eu
Dr Victoria KELLY-CLARK Public Diplomacy & Press Adviser
delegation-australia-communication@eeas.europa.eu
Mr Scott WYATT Policy Adviser – Energy, Environment, Oceans, Raw Materials
Mr Ryan HEMINGWAY Policy Adviser – Security and Defence
Ms Justyna WIELOSIK Communication & Media Assistant
Mr Christopher LARSSON Events, Culture & Research Assistant
Ms Manuela MASTROMATTEO Secretary
Mr Antoine MAJOIE Trainee
Trade Section
The Trade Section monitors and analyses Australia's political, economic, and regulatory developments in the areas of trade policy, agriculture, industrial policy, and the digital economy.
Ms Joanna POCZTOWSKA
Head of the Trade and Economic Section
+61 2 6271 2740
delegation-australia@eeas.europa.eu
Mr James BURGES Trade Officer
Ms Margaux WILLIAMS Trade Assistant
Ms Farah ALMASHAWREH Secretary
Administration Section
The Administration Section provides support services to the Delegation staff, building, and residence through the authorised allocation of budgetary resources. It also liaises with authorities in Europe and Australia on protocol and administrative matters related to EU officials.
Ms Audrey PICARD
Head of the Administration Section
+61 2 6271 2777