In the Australian Senate on Tuesday, 25 November, Senator Dave Sharma highlighted the flow of laundered russian oil into Australia, making us the single largest importer of refined russian crude from third countries. Key points made by Senator Sharma: “Since 2023, we have been importing a massive amount of russian crude that is refined in third countries… denying the … [Read more...]

"Our latest trip to Ukraine last month was again very successful – with another 20 Vscan Air portable ultrasounds delivered thanks to donations to the Ukraine Crisis Appeal and hands on Masterclass with the end users conducted by Dr Andrew Dobrotwir, Specialist Radiologist and Teresa Lachowicz, Ukraine Aid Coordinator. This training is vital, to ensure that the devices are … [Read more...]

On 22 November in Melbourne the world’s largest Ukrainian flag was unfurled – not just as a celebration of unity, but as act of remembrance on Holodomor Commemoration Day. As we honoured the millions of Ukrainians killed in the man-made famine of 1932-33, the unfurling of this monumental flag in Melbourne served as a powerful reminder: Ukraine has endured unimaginable … [Read more...]

The second week of the The Sydney Morning Herald/The Age Blood Oil series has kicked off with a powerful podcast featuring Kateryna Argyrou, Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) Chair. As Bevan Shields, SMH editor, puts it: “The “Blood Oil” (series) shows how oil imported to Australia is helping Russian President Vladimir Putin pursue his evil … [Read more...]

On Sunday 7 December 2025, the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Melbourne Sts Peter and Paul Cathedral will have the honour of hosting the Permanent Synod of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. For the first time in the history of our community in Australia, such an important event will take place. Cardinal Mykola Bychok humbly invites all members in our Australian-Ukrainian … [Read more...]

The AFUO is honoured to have facilitated important meetings with His Excellency Mr Paul Lehmann, Australian Embassy, Ukraine, with leaders and representatives of the Ukrainian community in Melbourne and Sydney last week. Topics raised included: Areas of collaboration with the Australian Government Advocacy for much-needed military aid Widespread concerns over … [Read more...]

MEDIA STATEMENT 23 November 2025 To be attributed to Kateryna Argyrou, Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations: “The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) unequivocally rejects the proposed “peace deal” being pushed by the Trump administration, which rewards aggression, pressures Ukraine to surrender its sovereignty, and sets a … [Read more...]

This week, Ukrainians in Australia and around the world unite to remember the Holodomor – Stalin’s deliberate famine of 1932–33 that killed millions and sought to destroy the Ukrainian nation. The same cruelty that marked this genocide is echoed in russian aggression today, reminding us why truth, memory and justice must never fade. As we honour the victims and … [Read more...]

Every minute counts when homes are hit. The Ukraine Crisis Appeal doesn't just send aid: we send lifelines. Meet "Faith," the UCA-funded crane changing the face of disaster response for State Emergency Services (SESU) Odesa. See the breathtaking footage of this incredible machine in action – removing deadly debris, saving intact homes, and lifting those trapped. Your … [Read more...]

The Sydney Morning Herald / The Age – the most read newspaper mastheads in the country – have launched the “Blood Oil” series, shining a national spotlight on the oil sanctions loophole that has made Australia the largest importer of refined russian crude in the world. The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) is proud to have worked with the SMH to get to … [Read more...]