Today the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) stands with the Australian Jewish community and all Australians in observing the National Day of Mourning, honouring the 15 victims and all those affected by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. The national commemoration follows Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement and reflects our shared … [Read more...]

On 22 January, Ukraine celebrates Unity Day – the day Ukrainian lands were unified in 1919, and today a day which signifies the unity of the Ukrainian lands and people. Around the world, Ukrainians will organise traditional “chain of unity’ events. Supported by the Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia, the AFUO warmly welcomes events being held in … [Read more...]

Just hours before flying to Melbourne for the Australian Open, Oleksandra’s home in Kyiv was shaken by a russian drone attack. This is the reality for Ukrainian athletes – competing on the world stage while they or their families endure daily terror, intensified in recent weeks. In an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald/The Age, Oliynykova spoke out against … [Read more...]

Great news from RMIT University! Ukrainian is included in entry-level interpreting and translating courses, supported by the Victorian Interpreter Scholarship (2026) Courses available:• Introduction to Interpreting Skill Set• Introduction to Translating & Interpreting Skill Set Perfect for those wanting foundational skills in interpretation and translation, … [Read more...]

Kateryna reminded Australians of the cruel impact of russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s critical energy infrastructure, leaving millions of Ukrainians without power or heat in freezing conditions. She also highlighted the dangerous, high-risk game russia is playing at the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant, with Ukrainian intelligence warning of planned strikes on substations … [Read more...]

In Ukraine’s most challenging times, hope is being rebuilt – one person, one prosthetic, one breakthrough at a time. Supported by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO)’s charity Future Ukraine, the Superhumans Centre continues to stand at the forefront of medical innovation and human resilience. Pioneering New Frontiers in Medical … [Read more...]

Congratulations to superstar Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina on winning the Auckland Singles Championship at the ASB Classic 2026! Capturing her 19th WTA title, Elina – ranked world No 13 – dominated the court in Auckland, securing another victory and her place as a legendary force to be reckoned with ahead of the Australian Open. Well done, … [Read more...]

WATCH TODAY: 💪🏻 Marta Kostyuk plays the Women’s FINAL at the Brisbane International!Marta has beaten three Top 10 players this week – Jessica Pegula, Amanda Anisimova and so-called ‘neutral player’ Mirra Andreeva. She’ll be playing Aryana Sabalenka.💪🏻 Elina Svitolina plays the Women’s FINAL at the WTA ASB Classic in Auckland.Ukraine’s No 1 continues her strong start to the … [Read more...]

On 9 January, russia struck residential buildings and energy infrastructure, killing 4 civilians and injuring at least 25. Among the dead was a paramedic, killed in a double-tap strike as emergency crews responded. 32 people were rescued from the rubble. The attack has left millions across Ukraine without power, heating, or water. In Kyiv alone, nearly half of all apartment … [Read more...]

This week Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations raised serious concerns about a Sky News article that contained misleading narratives about Ukraine – and we’re pleased to share a constructive result. Key concerns raised: The headline “Ukraine strike kills 24 in russia” was incorrect. The reported strikes were in russian-occupied Ukrainian territory – … [Read more...]