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...]

🗓 Friday 29 August, 1:00pm – 4:45pm (AEST)📍 Forum Theatre, Arts West Building, University of Melbourne This Independence Day week, join AFUO Chair, Kateryna Argyrou, the Ukrainian Ambassador, HE Vasyl Myroshnychenko and leading academics for a symposium exploring the history and future of Ukrainian Studies in Australia. Program highlights:🔹 Welcome: Prof. … [Read more...]

This weekend, Ukrainians all over the world celebrate Ukraine’s 34th Independence Day – united, undefeated, and unbreakable. On 24 August 1991, Ukraine restored its sovereignty and reclaimed the right to live freely, preserving its language, traditions, and culture. Today, Ukraine is once again defending its independence and territorial integrity against brutal … [Read more...]

Ukrainian host of Eurovision 2023, Julie is performing at Ukrainian Council of NSW - ОУГ НПВ’s Spirit in Colour - Independence Day of Ukraine 2025, joining forces with the Bluesberries, regular supporters of Ukraine who have performed multiple charity concerts in support of the AFUO’s #FutureUkraine fund. Julia and her band THE HARDKISS have been hard at work with their … [Read more...]

Lt-Col Berezovskyi (Armed Forces of Ukraine) is a beloved figure in our community. During last year’s Australian tour, he advocated for Abrams tanks and helped raise over $120,000 for life-saving aid through AFUO’s Defend Ukraine Appeal. He has fought in the liberation of Kherson, the defence of Avdiivka, the battle of Bakhmut, and the Kursk offensive. Colonel Fedkalov … [Read more...]

The Ukrainian community across Australia will mark Ukrainian Independence Day (24 August) with a packed weekend of celebrations, including special guests from Ukraine, festivals, markets, concerts, dinners, rallies, charity auctions and the unfurling of the world’s largest Ukrainian flag at Barangaroo, Sydney. Key AFUO member events … [Read more...]

An online evening of literary readings and poetry, by Ukrainians and supporters from Australia & New Zealand. Date & Time: Thurs 4 Sept, 7:00pm - 8:30pm (AEST) Location: This is an online event Registration and Authors’ Expression of Interest form: https://bit.ly/4oC8Nro Hosted by: Ukrainian Women’s Association Victoria and Ukrainian Studies Association of Australia … [Read more...]

The AFUO continues to meet with Minister Tony Burke’s Office and the Department of Home Affairs about visa concerns held by displaced Ukrainians. 👉🏻 In a recent meeting, we were advised that more than 4,000 displaced Ukrainians who arrived in Australia before 31 July 2022 on 786 visas have now accepted the offer of a Resolution of Status (subclass 851) permanent … [Read more...]

We are truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of support! The Ukraine Crisis Appeal is proud to announce that its recent six-week online auction successfully raised $19,000 to provide life-changing aid for victims of the war in Ukraine. The auction, a collaborative team effort led by Liana Slipetsky, with the support of Lily Semciw and Teresa Lachowicz, featured over 140 … [Read more...]

Sunday’s Ukrainian community protest at Kurnell – held at the Ampol wharf beside the Navig8Gladiator tanker carrying refined fuel made with Russian crude oil – caught national attention, with coverage on prime-time, evening 9 News: Resources Minister the Hon Madeleine King MP was quoted in the 9 News story: “It is a loophole to look at, absolutely… We will do our best … [Read more...]