Indonesian Diaspora Business Council Inc. (IDBC Australia)
Registered Incorporated Association in Australia
WA | IARN: A1044849A | Incorporated 12 February 2024
IDBC Australia is a not-for-profit association under the IDBC Global Network, strengthening Indonesian diaspora businesses, trade, investment and professional connections between Australia and Indonesia.
Our Objectives
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Strengthen Australia–Indonesia business and industry partnerships.
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Facilitate trade, investment and collaboration between both countries.
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Promote opportunities under the Indonesia–Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA).
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Support Indonesian diaspora professionals, entrepreneurs and businesses.
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Promote IDBC TradeLink, a platform connecting businesses and facilitating trade opportunities through the IDBC Global Network.
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Encourage education, innovation and economic cooperation.
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Explore IDBC TradeLink: https://www.idbc-tradelink.com/
Leadership and Board members
IDBC Australia operates under its own management committee, supported by State and Territory Directors.
Astrid Vasile Regional Director Australia and VP IDBC (Global Network)
Astrid’s entrepreneurial career began in aviation. After working as a Garuda Indonesia flight attendant, she owned and operated an air charter company serving Indonesia and Singapore with BAe 146 aircraft. She also founded a pioneering, privately owned, women-led aviation training centre.
After moving to Australia, she transitioned into construction, becoming a registered builder and Chief Executive Officer and Director of Vasile Build. With over 30 years of industry experience and more than $60 million in projects delivered, her leadership extends beyond construction to strengthening Australia–Indonesia business relationships.
In 2026, Vasile Build received Indonesia’s Primaduta Award – Indonesia Export Strategic Partner, recognising its contribution to business engagement with Indonesia.
Diski Naim Deputy Regional Director Australia
Diski's is an experienced professional specialising in Human Capital Management (HCM), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. With over 20 years of combined experience in engineering and information technology, he has spent the past 12 years in Melbourne, Australia, working as a Solutions Consultant. He is Managing Director of IndoAustay, Vice President of the Australian Indonesian Association of Victoria, and currently serves as Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO). Recognised for his strong communication skills and ability to work across multicultural environments, Diski brings extensive technical and business expertise to his role as IDBC Victoria State Director, supporting professional networks and stronger Australia–Indonesia business connections.
Wieke Gur State Director Western Australia
Wieke Gur is an award-winning Indonesian songwriter whose creative achievements span the mid-1980s to the 1990s. With a degree in Business and Marketing, she has built a diverse career across multiple industries. After moving to Perth in 2000, she established herself as an intercultural and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) coach, working with international training organisations and clients across the US, Europe, Australia and Indonesia. She also lectures in business, marketing and social media at North Metropolitan TAFE. Drawing on her Indonesian heritage and Australian experience, Wieke helps leaders and organisations develop cultural intelligence, strengthen cross-cultural understanding and build meaningful professional connections between Australia and Indonesia.
Linda Karim- Reeves (State Coordinator Northern Territory )
Linda Reeves is Director of Global Labour Solutions, based in Darwin, Northern Territory. With extensive experience in senior management and the Australian business sector, she has contributed to the growth and success of numerous organisations. Linda leads a consulting team providing a comprehensive range of workforce and business support services, including organisational development, recruitment, industrial relations advice, immigration assessments and specialist contract resourcing. Her expertise in workforce management and business operations enables her to support organisations in identifying skilled professionals and developing effective employment solutions. As IDBC Northern Territory State Director, Linda brings valuable industry knowledge and experience to strengthening business connections between Australia and Indonesia.
Firda Firdaus (States Director South Australia )
Firda Firdaus graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and began teaching at the University of Hawaii in 1980, before moving to Flinders University in Australia in 1989. Her career in higher education spans Indonesia, the US and Australia. A Fulbright scholar, she received a Flinders University medal for excellence in teaching service. As former President of the Australian-Indonesian Association in South Australia, she led the association when it received a prestigious state Cultural Award. Firda initiated IDN-SA and founded ASILE, the Association of Indonesian Language Educators in Australia. Today, she works as a cultural and language consultant and manages Asri Group boutique accommodation, with interests in business, culinary arts, design and lifestyle.
IDBC secretariat, Australia
Indonesia Diaspora Business Council. Inc (Australia) Postal: PO Box 750, Cannington WA6987. Website: www.idbizcouncil.com Telephone: +61419198881; +61418886418 Email address: info@idbizcouncil.com