A heartfelt reunion in Australia for three sisters separated by russia’s war on their homeland – Sydney-based Ukrainian community members, Kateryna and Valentyna, and their sister Liza, a brave combat medic from the … Read More...
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Ukrainian tennis players at the Australian Open!
We warmly welcome Ukrainian tennis players Elina Svitolina, Marta Kostyuk, Dayana Yastremska, Yuliia Starodubtseva, Daria Snigur, Anhelina Kalinina, Anastasiia Sobolieva, sisters Lyudmyla Kichenok and Nadiia … Read More...
Ukrainian community outrage and heartbreak as reports mount showing Russia executed Australian man Oscar Jenkins
The Australian Ukrainian community is shocked at increasing media reports that Oscar Jenkins has been killed whilst being held as a prisoner of war by Russia and urges the Australian Government to respond with full … Read More...
Exclusive screening of “Da Vinci” at NSW Parliament House
Join the Ukrainian Council of NSW - ОУГ НПВ and NSW Multicultural Affairs Minister Steve Kamper at an exclusive screening of "Da Vinci" at NSW Parliament House, 12 Feb 2025 NSW Parliament House, 6 Macquarie St, … Read More...
World premiere of Australian-Ukrainian film ‘The Way Home’ about the 1932-33 Holodomor to launch at Flickerfest 2025
An Australian-Ukrainian made film ‘The Way Home’, about the 1932-33 Holdomor-Genocide, will be premiered on Sunday 19 January at the 34th Flickerfest International Short Film Festival at Bondi Beach, … Read More...
GANNA, Ukrainian jazz singer and composer, in Sydney and Melbourne
🔮✨ GANNA, multi-talented Ukrainian jazz singer and composer, to enchant audiences in Sydney and Melbourne this January - tickets on sale now! 📍 Sydney: ACO on the Pier, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Sydney … Read More...
Ukrainian New Year – Malanka 2025
Join celebrations around Australia to welcome Ukrainian New Year - Malanka! Dance the night away to lively Ukrainian music, indulge in delicious Ukrainian food, and be entertained by festive Ukrainian traditions … Read More...
The AFUO wishes all a Happy New Year! З Новим роком!
As 2024 closes, we reflect on the incredible strength and unity of our community. Together, we have shown resilience, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s freedom and sovereignty. We extend our … Read More...
Christmas Greetings from the AFUO
Dearest friends, the AFUO sends our sincerest Seasons’ Greetings and best wishes to all for the coming bright Christmas and New Year! The holiday of Christmas is special for every family, as there is not and will … Read More...
Capture of Australian man, Oscar Jenkins, by russian occupying forces in Ukraine
The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) is devastated to learn about the capture of Australian man, Oscar Jenkins, by russian forces whilst he was helping to defend Ukraine. The distressing … Read More...
Community update: Transition to 851 Resolution of Status (RoS) Visa for 786 Temporary (Humanitarian Concern) Visa Holders
In early December 2024, a national delegation from the AFUO and state-based hromada organisations met with representatives from the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) to discuss progress of the transition to 851 … Read More...
Australian Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong visits Kyiv
Comments on the visit of the Australian Foreign Minister, Senator the Hon Penny Wong toUkraine and re-opening of the Australian Embassy in Kyiv From Kateryna Argyrou, Co-Chair, Australian Federation of Ukrainian … Read More...