Congratulations to the Association of Ukrainians in SA for another successful venture of Kobza Cafe! For the third year in a row, Association of Ukrainians in SA have graced Adelaidians with delicious Ukrainian food at the WOMADelaide festival. Kobza Cafe is all about community, great food, coffee and an important cause! Through a tremendous collaborative … [Read more...]

Make sure to attend events happening in your local community! Full schedule found here: https://bit.ly/4iRaX30 Easter brings joy, light, love, appreciation, the victory of good over evil, rebirth, resilience, and the resurrection of Christ. On these bright days, we remember to pay tribute to all who have lost their lives as a result of russian terrorism as we hope and … [Read more...]

Yesterday's exclusive Resolve Strategic survey, conducted for the Sydney Morning Herald/The Age, shows 60% of Australians believe Australia should keep supporting Ukraine, even if the United States pulls back. This strong show of support is deeply reassuring to the Australian-Ukrainian community  — and a powerful reminder of our shared values. Australians know … [Read more...]

To celebrate the coming of spring, Easter or Великдень (pronounced “Velykden”), a uniquely Ukrainian tradition of creatively and intricately decorating eggs with wax and natural dyes dates back to ancient times. This work or art and culture is unique in different regions of Ukraine and is a symbol of Ukrainian culture, history, spirituality and custom. Pysanky are … [Read more...]

Sit down with AFUO Chair Kateryna Argyrou for a progress update and an insider’s look at what the AFUO has been working on this month! To all members of the Australian-Ukrainian community, dear supporters, allies and friends! It has been exactly 2 weeks since the AFUO Triennial General Meeting (TGM) and I would like to share with you some of our progress: … [Read more...]

Justice upheld! The AFUO welcomes yesterday’s Australian Federal Court decision to dismiss the appeal by russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska against his sanctions and travel ban. Deripaska — the subject of sanctions in the US, Canada and the UK and reportedly a close, personal friend of Putin — was banned by the Australian Government from travelling to Australia in 2022. He … [Read more...]

Final stop - Brisbane! Over the weekend, the Ukrainian Community of Queensland Inc. hosted Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців President Paul Grod at the Ukrainian Club for his final stop on his Australian tour to connect with, inform and strategise with the Ukrainian Australian community. Paul’s message across Australia is consistent: unity and … [Read more...]

The AFUO welcomes the ongoing commitment to Ukraine from the Australian Government in the 2025 Federal Budget. The Budget includes further support for more equipment, as well as greater funding for the Australian Embassy in Kyiv. Other funding highlights include: The AFUO and the Australian-Ukrainian community is deeply grateful to the Australian Government … [Read more...]

Next stop - Adelaide! Following fruitful meetings with Penny Wong - Senator for SA and later with SA Minister for Trade and Investment, and Veterans Affairs Joe Szakacs MP, AFUO Chair Kateryna Argyrou, Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців President Paul Grod and AUSA President Frank Fursenko joined the community at Association of Ukrainians in SA hall in … [Read more...]

Next stop - Melbourne!  Thank you to everyone who joined Ukrainian World Congress - Свiтовий Конґрес Українців President Paul Grod last week at the Ukrainian Community Center in Essendon, Australia, for a powerful meeting organised and hosted by the Association of Ukrainians in Victoria. Nearly 3 hours of meaningful discussions with Melbourne hromada focused on … [Read more...]