The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) welcomes the well-deserved recognition of Chair Kateryna Argyrou for her role in rallying international support for Ukraine. The presidential decree for the Order of Merit 3rd Class, one of Ukraine’s highest civilian honours, recognises “significant personal contribution to strengthening interstate … [Read more...]

Yesterday, russia launched its second-largest air attack on the city, killing at least 22 innocent people, including four children, and injuring 48+ more.  Entire families shattered. Lives stolen. Children left without parents. Parents grieving their children. This is not peace. This is terrorism by a criminal state that seeks Ukraine’s destruction. Our … [Read more...]

Last chance to hear Australia’s best comedians and raise money for humanitarian aid for Ukraine! Tomorrow night, Brisbane Hosted by Danny McGinlay to raise funds for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal – and you’re invited! Danny McGinlay is heading to Brisbane to host a hilarious night of stand-up, all in support of Ukraine's recovery, rehabilitation & reconstruction … [Read more...]

Thank you Senator Jacqui Lambie! In the Senate, she marked Ukrainian Independence Day; paid tribute to Ukraine’s resilience through tragedies like the 1932-33 Holodomor; and reminded Australians of the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, where Ukraine gave up its nuclear arsenal in exchange for security guarantees. She also urged more Australian Government support for Ukraine’s … [Read more...]

Two priceless ancient artefacts officially returned to Ukraine by Arts Minister Tony Burke amidst Independence Day celebrations. A pendant from the ancient Yamnaya culture (3rd millennium BCE) and an iron arrowhead from the 12th–13th century were illegally trafficked to Australia late 2023. Thanks to the cooperation of Australian and Ukrainian customs, and the Office for the … [Read more...]