A Hero’s Journey to Recovery: Ukrainian veteran in Australia for medical treatment that could see him walk again! On one of Ukraine’s newest public holidays - Defenders Day, held on 1 October - the AFUO and all Australian-Ukrainians welcome Viktor, a brave defender who has arrived straight from the frontline in Ukraine to Australia for medical treatment. Viktor … [Read more...]

Join in-person to hear the Ukrainian Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand, HE Mr Vasyl Myroshnychenko, address the topic of Russian aggression in Ukraine this Tuesday 1 October at 6:00 pm in Sydney! In an event organised by Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) NSW, the Ambassador will be analysing the origins of Russia’s war and its global implications. He … [Read more...]

On this special milestone, we honour the journey of the Ukrainian Women's Association Australia (UWAA), founded on 13 September 1949 in Cowra. The UWAA emerged from the Cowra Migrant Holding Centre in NSW, where Ukrainian women came together to support each other and preserve their rich culture. Joining the World Federation of Ukrainian Women's Organisations in 1951, the … [Read more...]

UKRAINE NEEDS AMBULANCES  Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Oi, Oi, Oi! 💚💛💚💛 WOMBAT CONVOY – Ukraine Before Me! The AFUO’s Ukraine Crisis Appeal announces the successful delivery of another 3 ambulances to Ukraine – at a cost of $96,082! In total, the September 2024 convoy comprised 8 ambulances and 16 drivers. This multi-national convoy included donors & … [Read more...]

7 Drones from 7 Cities - AFUO’s Defend Ukraine Appeal “Community Drones” fundraiser raises $120,820!! The AFUO expresses our deepest congratulations to the team at Defend Ukraine Appeal and to all hromady who dedicated their time, effort, donations and organisation to facilitate the national panel tour and fundraising events featuring esteemed guests from Ukraine, Major … [Read more...]