Вітаємо вас із Днем Батька! The AFUO extends heartfelt wishes to all fathers in our resilient community – may your day be filled with pride, love, and family. This Father's Day, we honour the unwavering strength of Ukrainian fathers – those defending our homeland, those who have lost their children to war, and those separated from their families by russia’s brutal … [Read more...]

Dr Michael Lawriwsky and Pete Shmigel, prominent Ukrainian-Australian voices, have recently brought their unique perspectives on Ukraine to policy discussions and public forums across Australia. “1000+ Days of War: How Ukraine and the World Have Changed” Peter Shmigel – writer, “The Drone’’ author, former CEO and political adviser, mental health advocate and … [Read more...]

Association of Ukrainians in Victoria (AUV) Chairman Eugene Hawryszko voiced our community’s outrage after former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews joining indicted war criminal and tyrant vladimir putin at China’s military parade in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square yesterday. Eugene’s comments were featured on the front page of the Herald Sun: afuo.org.au/news “He is standing … [Read more...]

Wednesday 3 Sept, 6:00pm - MelbourneUkrainian Hall, 3-11 Russell St, EssendonAssociation of Ukrainians in Victoria Saturday 6 Sept, 4:00pm - SydneyCYM Hall, 3 John St, LidcombeUkrainian Council of NSW - ОУГ НПВ Lieutenant Colonel Andriy Berezovskyi and Colonel Mykola Fedkalov are closing their important Australian advocacy tour with community events in Melbourne … [Read more...]

The US has hit India with an extra 25% tariff for buying cheap russian oil and funding russia’s war against Ukraine - but Australia still allows fuel made from russian oil. How? Although Australian sanctions ban goods from russia, russian crude is refined in countries like India and then imported here as a ‘transformed product’. This loophole launders russian oil, letting it … [Read more...]

The AFUO expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic loss of Andriy Parubiy, a tireless defender of Ukraine’s sovereignty, democracy, and European future. Andriy Parubiy was murdered in Lviv on 30 August by an unidentified gunman; Ukrainian authorities have launched a murder investigation, and police have detained a suspect. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to … [Read more...]

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...]