Australia India relations – Indians in Australia

Maitri Grants 2026–27 Open: Up to $800,000 for Australia–India Projects

November 8, 2026 by The Indian

Indian-Australian community organisers planning an Australia–India collaborative project in an Australian workspace; AI-generated illustration.

Indian-Australian community organisations, cultural collaborators and businesses with an idea that builds links with India have a new funding opportunity. Applications have opened for the 2026–27 Maitri Grant Program, with individual grants ranging from $75,000 to $800,000 under the current round’s guidelines. The opportunity is about more than celebrating a shared heritage. It supports projects … Read more

NSW and Maharashtra Renew Sister-State Partnership: What Indian Australians Should Know

September 5, 2026 by The Indian

Indian-Australian professionals discussing clean energy, technology and education partnerships between NSW and Maharashtra.

NSW and Maharashtra have renewed their sister-state agreement, opening a formal pathway for deeper cooperation in technology, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, critical minerals, education and skills.

After Melbourne Meets Modi: What the Australia–India Summit Means for Indian Australians

July 10, 2026 by The Indian

Indian-Australian community members in Melbourne reflecting on stronger Australia-India ties after the 2026 leaders summit

Australia and India used the Melbourne leaders’ summit to deepen defence, energy and critical-minerals cooperation, while the diaspora event highlighted the growing public role of Indian Australians.