AAYA's Careers Night Bridging Borders: Careers Across China & Australia

Join the Asia-Australia Youth Association (AAYA) for an inspiring Careers Night exploring opportunities at the intersection of Australia and China. This panel event brings together accomplished professionals from law, business, and international education to share their journeys, insights, and advice on building a career across borders.

📅 Date: May 7th
🕠 Time: 5:30 – 7:30PM
📍 Location: Cuming Theatre, Chemistry Building West Wing (Building 153), University of Melbourne

Whether you’re interested in international business, legal practice, government relations, or global development, this event will provide valuable perspectives on navigating cross-cultural careers and leveraging your skills in an increasingly interconnected world.

Hear from our distinguished speakers:

Phoebeanca Luong – General Manager of the Australia China Business Council (Victoria), with a background in international marketing and relations. Phoebeanca leads major projects and partnerships across government and industry, working closely with Austrade, DFAT, and key stakeholders in both Australia and China.

Betty Chen – Senior Associate at Thomson Geer and Chair of the Australia China Business Council. Betty specialises in commercial litigation and insolvency, advising major clients on complex legal matters and cross-border property transactions, and supporting Chinese developers in the Australian market.

Dr Sarah Gosper – Manager of International Partnerships and Engagement at RMIT University, with over a decade of experience in global education and research. With a PhD in Chinese Studies, Sarah has led international programs across the Asia-Pacific, focusing on sustainable development and cross-cultural collaboration.

The evening will begin with a panel discussion, followed by an interactive Q&A and networking session—giving you the chance to connect directly with speakers and like-minded peers.

Come along to gain practical insights, ask your questions, and explore how you can build a meaningful career bridging Australia and China.