This unique project has emerged from the enthusiasm of a committed group of Australians to assist the people of one of our poorest neighbouring nations.

Timor-Leste has no chance of financing and building even the simplest Embassy in the foreseeable future. A group of Australians has now raised the money required to build a Chancery in Canberra for the people of East Timor.

Our intent has been to harness the will and resources and build this symbol of independence for Timor-Leste. We will make the Embassy a national gift to the Timor-Leste people from the people of Australia. The Rotary Club of Melbourne and Leadership Victoria have joined forces and have established a collaboration of individuals, corporations, government and the philanthropic section in Australia with Timor-Leste leaders and groups in Timor-Leste and Australia. You can help too.

When completed in late 2008, the Timor-Leste Embassy in Canberra will be an historic landmark and a demonstration of the extraordinary commitment of the Australian people and our willingness to walk alongside the Timor-Leste people as they rebuild their nation.

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