Tag: The University of Queensland
Windows into Jakarta – a photo essay
35mm. f2.5 1/1600. Jordan McMullen works on his piece early in the morning, preparing for the big day ahead. 35mm. f2.5 1/2000. A family sit ... Read More
Anies wins Jakarta Governor Elections after bitter campaign
After a bitter and tense campaign that divided the city of Jakarta voters took to the polls to decide their new Governor. "UQ in Indonesia" ... Read More
‘We Won’t Be Silenced’
Busking in Indonesia is controversial. Some busk purely with the intention to make a few dollars, whilst others have professional music aspirations. With a vision ... Read More
Exploring Jakarta’s Unique Space of Religious Tolerance
In the heart of Jakarta, on the north eastern corner of Mardeka Square, one can find a reprieve from election tensions surrounding religious tolerance. Istiqlal ... Read More
Are Western tourists sightseeing or the attraction?
“Bule, Bule! Photo, photo!” is the phrase every western tourist in Jakarta, Indonesia hears. To Indonesian locals, western tourists are like celebrities, and they won’t ... Read More
Finding beauty beneath the haze
“Turn right for good photos”. Clearly an invitation not to be missed by three aspiring journalists. It’s now somewhat apparent that the fat black cameras ... Read More
Practicing Diversity: Celebrating Easter in Indonesia
The national celebration of Easter in Indonesia is a symbol of the country’s commitment to its belief in "Unity in Diversity" despite recent racial and ... Read More
Road Safety in Indonesia is a work-in-progress
No lanes, no seat belts, no traffic lights and for drivers in Jakarta, no worries. With some of the most lenient road safety laws and ... Read More
Coloured bins designed to clean up Jakarta
It’s 10am in Jakarta. Locals flock to Fatahillah Square where vibrantly painted bicycles, traditional Javanese music and children’s laughter illustrate another peaceful day. It’s loud, ... Read More
Religion Is Reflected in Architecture
Clean cut lines and geometric shapes envelope over 27,000 square feet of prime real estate in Central Jakarta. The Istiqlal Mosque is not only a ... Read More
Hidden in plain sight: finding remnants of violence
May 1998 was a dangerous time to be a Chinese Indonesian in the city of Jakarta. The murder of four student protesters in Jakarta and ... Read More
VIDEO: UQ in MUMBAI – What’s it all about?
UQ in Mumbai is the latest in a series of innovative overseas field reporting courses conducted by The University of Queensland's School of Communication and ... Read More