As Ukrainian Greek Catholics in Australia celebrate Easter today - and our Ukrainian Orthodox brothers and sisters prepare to celebrate next weekend - we extend our warmest greetings on the glorious Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! May the Risen Christ bring peace to the hearts of the faithful and renewal to our beloved Ukraine which continues to carry its cross with … [Read more...]

Join us for a special comedy fundraiser for Ukraine as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! Hosted by the brilliant Danny McGinlay, this gala lineup of top comedians will bring the laughs while raising vital funds for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal, powered by RAWCS - Rotary Australia World Community Service and supported by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian … [Read more...]

Посольство України в Австралії / Embassy of Ukraine in Australia has shared the following information on behalf of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine: Ukrainian children and adolescents aged 10-17 living abroad, including in Australia and New Zealand, are invited to take part in FREE online educational programs in 2026 delivered by the Star for Life Ukraine … [Read more...]

In the past 24 hours, russia has launched one of its largest drone attacks against Ukraine, with 948 drones unleashed in a coordinated assault across the country. This was a deliberate attack on civilians. This is state terrorism at scale. Explosions were reported across multiple regions, killing 7 and injuring at least 50 people.  💔 Homes, critical … [Read more...]

Powerful stories. Extraordinary filmmakers. A celebration of Ukrainian culture and resilience. A chance to partner with the festival.  The inaugural Ukrainian Film Festival Australia (UFFA) is coming soon, bringing contemporary Ukrainian cinema to audiences across Australia. Presented by the Ukrainian Arts Council of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian … [Read more...]

As russia’s genocidal war against Ukraine continues, it remains vital that Australians continue to hear directly about the invasion’s ongoing impact on Ukraine. In a recent interview on ABC Radio’s flagship current affairs program PM, Kateryna Argyrou, Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations, reminded Australians about the ongoing death and destruction … [Read more...]

Children from Berdychiv in Ukraine set off on an expedition! Without leaving the play area at the “Caritas Berdychiv UGCC” Charitable Foundation, they crossed the oceans and found themselves… in Australia. The journey began with an introduction to our continent. Through creativity, games, and imagination, the children discovered the amazing animals and nature of … [Read more...]

On 19 March, legendary Ukrainian poet Lina Kostenko marked her 96th birthday - a voice of conscience, truth, and cultural memory for Ukraine and its people around the world. On this occasion, we share a rare and deeply meaningful message - an epistle addressed specifically to our Ukrainian community in Australia. In a very special personal message, she reminds us: … [Read more...]

The XVI National Ukrainian Festival (Zdvyh) brought together the Australian-Ukrainian community from across the country for three unforgettable days of celebration, culture and connection this March in Sydney. From the Opening Night film screening and Meet & Greet on Friday at the Ukrainian Youth Centre CYM Sydney, to a vibrant UkiFest Saturday UkiFest - … [Read more...]

Following reports that world maps wrongly marking Crimea as “disputed” territory and misspelling Kyiv were still available, the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) followed up with retailers. Wesfarmers has confirmed to the AFUO: ✅ Kmart Australia has discontinued the map from sale, with an early March deadline for store copies to be … [Read more...]