Ukrainian-Australian artist and Director of the Ukrainian Museum of Australia, Maru Jarockyj opens historic exhibition at the renowned Percherska Lavra in Kyiv: “Heavenly Patroness of the Invincible People – the Image of the Ukrainian Madonna from Australia” The cycle of five Madonnas – Chornobyl Madonna, Orange Madonna, Madonna Holodomor 33, Madonna of the Heavenly … [Read more...]

What a powerful few weeks! The advocacy tour of Lt-Colonel Andrii Berezovskyi (Armed Forces of Ukraine) and Colonel Mykola Fedkalov (SES, Odesa) across Australia made a significant impact. Read the full report here: ENGLISH or UKRAINIAN Together, we engaged in: 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 Met with Federal Ministers and their offices, Opposition Ministers, senior … [Read more...]

October 1 marks Ukraine’s Defenders Day This national holiday honours all who have defended, and continue to defend, Ukraine. It is a day of gratitude and remembrance - paying tribute to fallen soldiers, active service members, veterans, officers, and combat medics. Today also coincides with the Feast of the Intercession of the Holy Mother of God – a day … [Read more...]

russian disinformation isn’t just about Ukraine – it’s shaping debates in the US, Europe, Southeast Asia and Australia. With trust in democracy under strain, how do we build resilience? Join us for a powerful discussion organised by the United States Studies Centre exploring: Speakers: Thursday, 16 Oct, 6:00pm – 7:30pm The Michael Spence Building, … [Read more...]

An exciting new art exhibition is coming to Sydney! UKR-DNA – Ukrainian DNA Maru Jarockyj, Melbourne Ukrainian community leader & Director of the Ukrainian Museum of Australia, brings her bold, colourful works – fusing Ukrainian heritage with modernist + neo-cubist influences – to Sydney next week. Each piece is a vibrant reflection of identity, heritage … [Read more...]

Congratulations to Vadym Granovskiy on an incredible Ukrainian Coffee Diplomacy Tour! The Flat Red – Vadym’s unique coffee creation – inspired and connected audiences at live appearances in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne, with national media coverage on ABC News Breakfast. Canberra – hosted by the Ukrainian and Austrian Embassies at the Canberra Museum & Gallery, … [Read more...]

The Australia-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce (AUCC) hosted “Resilient Partnerships” business forum at the 14th World Chambers Congress with the Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia and the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry – uniting business, political and community leaders. On Sept 4, Ukrainian and Australian stakeholders from … [Read more...]

The Ukrainian Women’s Association Australia – Lesya Ukrainka Branch, Geelong with support from Ukraine Crisis Appeal proudly funded the Wings of Hope – Songs of the Kookaburra summer camp in Lviv; a 10 day camping experience for the children of fallen, missing and captured Ukrainian soldiers. The organisers perfectly summed up their experiences when they started: ”These … [Read more...]

Kateryna Argyrou holds productive meeting with Governor of New South Wales HE Hon Margaret Beazley AC KC, in her capacity as Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney and Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations. Their discussion covered a wide variety of topics including military and humanitarian aid for Ukraine, our community’s work in Australia, and … [Read more...]

Order of Merit of the President of Ukraine awarded to Sydney community member Victor Kovalenko, Olympic gold medalist and Australia’s most celebrated sailing coach. The AFUO extends its heartfelt congratulations on the very well-deserved recognition of Mr Kovalenko for his dedication, legendary coaching and mentoring of sailing athletes, and service to both Ukraine … [Read more...]