Connecting Australians and Dutch through business
Business networking, meaningful connections and events for professionals and companies with Australian–Dutch interests.
Your gateway to the Dutch–Australian business community
For nearly four decades, ABIE-NL has brought together Australian and Dutch professionals, entrepreneurs and corporations. It is part of the wider Australian Business in Europe network, whose roots go back to 1975.
ABIE-NL creates opportunities through networking dinners, expert panels, social events and knowledge exchange. Members range from founders and sole traders to senior professionals, business leaders and CEOs.
The organisation works alongside Australian diplomatic and trade organisations and is supported by corporate and business partners.
What ABIE-NL does
A professional network connecting business, trade and people across Australia and the Netherlands.
Business networking
Regular dinners, roundtables and gatherings designed to build trusted professional relationships.
Knowledge exchange
Topical discussions on business, trade, investment and the European and Dutch operating environment.
Australian–Dutch links
Connections to the Australian diplomatic, trade and wider ABIE networks across Europe and Australia.
Membership
Join a network of Australian and Dutch professionals with shared business interests.
Designed for individual professionals who want access to ABIE-NL events and community connections.
Allows up to four members per organisation to participate in ABIE-NL activities. Corporate packages are available on request.
Member benefits
Member rates at ABIE-NL events.
Invitations to exclusive events such as the Ambassador’s Dinner.
Networking via events, LinkedIn and the ABIE-NL WhatsApp community.
Links to Australian Embassy, Consulate and trade organisations.
Connection with the wider ABIE network across Europe.
Membership principles
- Dinner events are invitation only.
- Members generally need to be Australians living in the Netherlands and active in business.
- Events are for networking and knowledge exchange rather than direct selling.
- Attendee/member lists are not sold to third parties.
- Membership is not transferable and is valid for the calendar year.
- Membership renews automatically unless advised otherwise in writing.
Events
Networking dinners, knowledge exchange and community events throughout the year.
2026
NAIDOC Week July 2026
Recognition of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, celebrating the world’s oldest continuous living cultures.
2026
Victoria Connects
A networking and knowledge-exchange event featuring Australian and Dutch perspectives on trade, investment and Victoria’s economic connections with Europe.
Events typically combine fine dining, guest speakers and roundtable discussion on current business topics.
ABIE-NL Team
A volunteer board focused on strengthening Dutch–Australian business relationships.
Jennifer Tucker
International business specialist, SME adviser, corporate trainer and lecturer with extensive cross-border experience.
David Bellingham
Financial-services executive with international experience and a focus on independent financial and investment advice for expats.
Phoebe Batkin
Experienced talent professional with more than two decades living and working across the Netherlands and Europe.
Chris Smith
Works across digital-finance projects and coaching/mentoring initiatives, supporting member engagement and community growth.
Partners & supporters
ABIE-NL works with corporate, government and business organisations that strengthen Australian–Dutch commercial links.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (Europe) N.V.
CBA Europe supports connections between European wholesale clients and Australia/New Zealand and partners with ABIE-NL on business networking, commercial trade and investment initiatives.
News & announcements
Selected announcements from ABIE-NL and the Australian–Dutch business community.
Ambassador French – Patron
ABIE-NL recognises the role of Australia’s diplomatic representation in strengthening bilateral business and community ties.
Netherlands and Australia – Trade & Investment
A milestone in the long-standing diplomatic and commercial relationship between the Netherlands and Australia.
ABIE helps foster trade
ABIE’s network helps create connections and opportunities that support bilateral trade, export growth and investment.
International network & useful links
ABIE-NL is connected with Australian business organisations across Europe and beyond.
ABIE Europe
Part of the broader Australian Business in Europe network connecting country chapters across the continent.
Affiliates
Affiliated Australian business organisations include networks in Spain, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Diplomatic & trade links
Connections to Australian diplomatic missions and trade organisations help members navigate bilateral business opportunities.
Community gallery
A glimpse of the Australian–Dutch business community, events and places that connect both countries.
Contact ABIE-NL
Connect with the Australian–Dutch business community.
Contact details
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +31 6 1490 5545
Kamer van Koophandel: 34185313
General hours: weekdays, 09:00–18:00
ABIE-NL is the focal membership organisation for Australians in business in the Netherlands and Dutch companies and professionals with business interests in Australia.