25 civilians killed in Ternopil in yet another night of russian terror on Ukrainian civilians. Overnight, russia launched 476 drones and 48 missiles across Ukraine, striking residential buildings in Ternopil, killing at least 25 and injuring over 90 people, including more than a dozen children. This is pure terrorism and genocide. Our hearts and prayers are with … [Read more...]

Huge thank you to the Geelong Ukrainian community for their powerful advocacy! On 17 November, leaders and representatives from the Geelong Ukrainian community met with Deputy PM & Defence Minister Richard Marles MP to discuss Australia’s role in supporting Ukraine and address the critical issue of russian blood oil entering Geelong Port. Present at the meeting were … [Read more...]

Ukrainians in Perth celebrate the opening “Українське сонце” (Ukrainian Sun) – an exciting exhibition, rich in colour, culture, and tradition. If you missed the opening, don’t worry! The exhibition is open until 25 Nov. Ellis Art Gallery, 116 Milne St, Bayswater WA 6053 1:00pm – 4:00pm until 25 Nov Free entry! The exhibition showcases a wide and rich variety … [Read more...]

On 22 November, the global Ukrainian community will commemorate the anniversary of the Ukrainian Holodomor – a man-made famine, orchestrated by the Soviet dictator Stalin, which caused the death of millions of Ukrainians in 1932-33. Around the world, Ukrainians are encouraged to light a candle on the evening of Saturday 22 November in memory of the victims of the … [Read more...]

Our national community campaign about refined russian blood oil entering Australia, has gained significant traction in Australian media and sparked wider global awareness in recent weeks.  Expertise from our colleagues at Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and the AFUO's work with Tassie-based chemical engineer Mark Corrigan has revealed the logistics of the … [Read more...]

The relentless assault on Ukrainian civilians, residential buildings, and critical infrastructure continues as russia escalates its terror campaign with winter approaching.  In the past 24 hours alone, ballistic missiles and drone waves targeting Kyiv and other regions have resulted in at least 9 deaths and 36 injuries.  Our hearts are with all Ukrainians – family, … [Read more...]

Ukrainian oncologists feature on SBS Ukrainian ahead of community meeting Sunday 16 Nov. How are Ukraine’s cancer specialists revolutionising cancer care during wartime? SYDNEY COMMUNITY EVENT: Sunday 16 Nov, 11:00am doors open for 12:00pm start St. Andrew's Church Hall, 57 Church St Lidcombe Free entry! Donations welcome Visiting Ukrainian specialists, … [Read more...]

Yesterday would have been the 70th birthday of our beloved ✝️Stefan Romaniw OAM, leader and beacon of the Australian and global Ukrainian diaspora. He will remain forever in our hearts.  Paying tribute to Stefan, the Stefan Romaniw Youth Leadership Foundation is dedicated to empowering the next generation of Ukrainian leaders. More about the initiative … [Read more...]

The Ukrainian community in Geelong came out in force last weekend, united in protest against the arrival of russian fuel – fuel that indirectly finances attacks on Ukrainian civilians. Supported by the AFUO and the #StopFuellingrussiasWar campaign team, the protest called on fuel companies to clean up their supply chains and urged the Albanese Government to close the russian … [Read more...]

Following Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations discussions yesterday with an SBS Board Director, and our meeting this morning with SBS Director of News and Current Affairs, SBS has addressed our concerns and updated a recent article about russian oil. The changes implemented reflect those requested by the AFUO: Removal of ‘statistics’ from sanctioned Kremlin … [Read more...]