More than 60 current and former members of the South Australian parliament have been added to a list of people banned from entering Russia due to a perceived “anti-Russian agenda”. Minister Tom Koutsantonis, one of the MPs sanctioned in April 2024 said “I want to be on the right side of history and I think you could see it as a badge of honour.” Mr Speirs said he was … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) rejects the faulty analysis offered by Professor Joe Siracusa, Dean of Global Futures at Curtin University, in his interview on Sky News on 22 April. “Professor Siracusa has been out in the media talking down the importance of the huge package of assistance passed by the US House of Representatives over the weekend. … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) warmly welcomes the visit of the Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister the Hon Richard Marles MP to Ukraine, where he announced much-needed Australian military support. “The AFUO is delighted by Richard Marles’ visit to Ukraine this weekend. To be in Ukraine right now is to understand the reality of … [Read more...]

The AFUO thanks Town of Port Hedland Mayor Peter Carter for his leadership in presenting a motion of no confidence in Councillor Adiran McRae at the recent special meeting of the Port Hedland Council. While we are disappointed with the outcome, we were buoyed to see Councillors Time Turner and Ambika Rebello support this motion and show Adrian McRae that his actions do not … [Read more...]

Remembering those who fought and gave their lives for the values and freedoms we are able to enjoy today. We remember and pray for all of our brave defenders fighting today in Ukraine who continue to defend those values. We acknowledge and give thanks to the many Australians who are currently serving alongside their Ukrainian brothers and sisters. Photos included … [Read more...]