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Mr John McCarthy AO is one of Australia's most experienced diplomats and served with distinction in India for more than five years. In this video he details his experience of being Australia’s High Commissioner during the incidents involving Indian students in Melbourne. He also offers his suggestions on what can be done to redeem Australia’s reputation in India. This video was recorded in Sydney on October 21, 2009.

Former Undersecretary General of the United Nations Dr Shashi Tharoor gives a history of Indian telephony, and in so doing illustrates the country's remarkable transformation. Recorded in Melbourne at the launch of 'The Elephant, the Tiger and the Cellphone' on July 30, 2009.

Filmed at the launch of 'Growing Up Asian in Australia', acclaimed Melbourne author Alice Pung criticizes the notion of 'model minorities' and takes a dig at Australia's national hero (June 3, 2008).

Radio and television personality John Safran helps launch the book 'Growing Up Asian in Australia', published by Black Ink and edited by Alice Pung. Recorded on June 3rd, 2008.

Acclaimed Melbourne author Alice Pung launches 'Growing Up Asian in Australia' and explains that being funny isn't easy as an Asian in the literary world. Recorded on June 3rd, 2008.

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