Malaysian Australian Alumni Council - The MAAC

An unforgettable evening of fine wine, exceptional cuisine, and Australian craftsmanship awaits 🍷✨

Join us for the Alkina Wine Dinner at Skillet KL, featuring premium wines from Alkina paired with a specially curated 5 course menu by Chef Eric Lee.

Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Ms Amelia Nolan, Managing Director & Winemaker of Alkina, and explore the stories behind these remarkable wines from Barossa Valley 🍇

📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026
⏰ 7:00PM – 9:30PM
📍 Skillet KL
💰 RM500++ per pax

From oysters and lamb tartare to marbled rack of lamb and decadent chocolate textures, each course is thoughtfully paired to elevate the dining experience.

Perfect for wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and members of the Australian alumni community looking for a special night out 🍷

Limited seats available. RSVP now: +6019-212 1240

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐀𝐀𝐂 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 ✨

President
Ts. Cheng Wai Kok (University of South Australia / Adelaide University)

Vice Presidents
Teo Eu Gene – VP Alumni Relations (RMIT)
Prof. Dr. Angelina Yee – VP Bilateral Relations (Macquarie University)
Jane Teh – VP Education & Welfare (Curtin University)

Treasurer
Andy Yeap (University of New South Wales)

General Secretary
Paul Low (University of South Australia / Adelaide University)

Councillors
Dennis Ong (Queensland University of Technology)
Captain Dr. Faiz Kamaludin (University of Newcastle)
Jesslynn Ng (Curtin University)
Allan Chan (RMIT)
Simon Wong (Deakin University)
Melissa Tan (University of South Australia / Adelaide University)
Ruth Tan (Australian National University)
William Choong (University of Western Australia)
Kid Chan (Curtin University)

With a shared vision and commitment, we look forward to strengthening connections and creating meaningful impact within our community. 💙

Congratulations to our 2014 Young Entrepreneur Award winner
Stephanie Yang & her husband Andrew Lim for continuing to make waves in the pharmaceutical industry

ASL Pharma launches new brand and Kuala Lumpur headquarters to anchor regional expansion ASL Pharma has officially unveiled its new brand identity alongside the opening of its new headquart in Kuala Lumpur.

The MAAC wishes you a prosperous Chinese New Year!

May the Year of the Horse bring strength, success, and new milestones in your journey ahead.

Together, we ride forward.

Gong Xi Fa Cai 🧧

With deep sadness, we share the news that Adrian Ong Mun Hoe’s beloved mother has passed away.

Adrian is not only a dear friend to many of us, but also the MAAC’s longest-serving Vice President of Alumni Relations and currently a Trustee of the MAAC. His dedication, generosity, and quiet leadership have left an enduring impact on our community, and our hearts go out to him and his family during this very difficult time.

On behalf of the MAAC family, we extend our deepest condolences to Adrian and his loved ones. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the outpouring of love and support around them.

For those who wish to pay their respects, wake and funeral details can be found here.

Please keep Adrian and his family in your thoughts and prayers. 🙏

🎉 Happy 50th Birthday, Murdoch University ! 🎉

The MAAC is delighted to be part of and celebrating this golden milestone with Murdoch University, its wonderful alumni community in Malaysia, as well as the MAAC support partners, AUG Malaysia, Western Australia Trade & Avocados Australia SEA 🥑 by Casey Cravings.

Thanks to Murdoch University Alumni Malaysian Chapter led by President Adrian Ong, here’s a throwback to the vibrant 50th Anniversary VC Roadshow Malaysia Alumni Celebration with a night filled with energy, reconnections and meaningful conversations. The event was graced by the presence of:
✨ Professor Andrew Deeks, Vice Chancellor and President
✨ Gail McGowan PSM, Chancellor
✨ Ms Louisa Richey, Representative of the Australian High Commission

Cheers to 50 years of impact, learning and global community including the strong ties between Malaysia 🇲🇾 and Australia 🇦🇺 as we continue to honour Murdoch’s legacy and to many more decades ahead! 🥂

Happy International Students’ Day 🌏✨

Today we celebrate the courage, ambition, and global spirit of international students everywhere, especially the Malaysians who choose Australia as their second home, and the many Australian students who explore learning across borders.

Studying abroad is more than earning a degree.
It is learning to adapt, dream bigger, build friendships across cultures and to grow into global citizens who lead with empathy and purpose.

To every student navigating new environments, balancing challenges and embracing the world with curiosity and resilience, we see you and we celebrate you.

Here’s to open minds, open hearts and limitless futures. May you continue to learn, connect and create impact wherever you go. 🌟

👀 Be on a lookout for the MAAC collaboration with Malaysian Students' Council of Australia - MASCA for the Annual Leadership Summit to celebrate you 🫵🏻!!!

Today is World Kindness Day 🤍

In recent weeks, we have seen conversations across our community about bullying and the impact it has on young people in schools. These moments remind us why kindness isn’t just a value. It’s a practice. A choice. A culture we build together.

Kindness looks like:
✨ speaking up when someone is being left out
✨ choosing empathy even when it’s not the easiest choice
✨ celebrating differences, not criticising them
✨ being brave enough to be gentle

As alumni, parents, educators and leaders, we play a powerful role in shaping the next generation. Let us continue to model kindness, create safe spaces, and show our children, and each other, what respect, compassion, and community truly look like.

Every small act matters. Every voice of support counts.
Let us lead with heart, today and every day. 💛

Throwback to an inspiring visit by Western Australia’s Minister for Science and Innovation, Hon Stephen Dawson MLC 🇦🇺🤝🇲🇾

The MAAC was delighted to be part of this milestone as Minister Dawson officially opened Invest and Trade Western Australia’s Kuala Lumpur office strengthening WA’s presence in Malaysia and creating new pathways for collaboration across education, innovation and sustainability.

From engaging Malaysian industry and government leaders to exploring innovation-driven learning, the visit reaffirmed the strong ties and shared vision between our nations. 🤝 We look forward to supporting more partnerships that open doors for the Malaysian-Australian alumni community and future talent.

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🇦🇺✨
If you’re dreaming of kickstarting your career in Australia, here’s the real deal. From work visas to workplace culture and job-hunting hacks, we’ve got you 🫶

Australia values skills, creativity, teamwork and good vibes ✅
If you’re ready to learn, adapt and show up, you’ll thrive.

Swipe to see key insights on working Down Under.

Got questions? 👇 Drop them in the comments, our alumni fam is here to help 🤝