On Sunday 21 January the Association of Ukrainians in Victoria together with the Ukrainian Catholic and Orthodox churches held a water blessing at Queens Park in Essendon. The 19th of January is a holy day in the Ukrainian church calendar. Iordan, also known as the Feast of the Epiphany, is … [Read more...] about Family Picnic & Vodosviachennia – Blessing of the waters
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Family Picnic
Please join us for a FAMILY DAY PICNIC. There will be a short program and blessing of the water by our clergy, followed by a choir and Christmas carols. Bring along a blanket or some chairs and a picnic and come and relax in the park. Everyone is welcome. … [Read more...] about Family Picnic
AUV Annual General Meeting 2017
Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting of the Association of Ukrainians in Victoria (AUV) to be held at Ukrainian House, 3-1 Russell Street, Essendon on Sunday 12 November 2017 at 1.30pm. Registration of members will be from 12 noon – 1.15pm and the AGM will commence at 1.30 … [Read more...] about AUV Annual General Meeting 2017
Community Update | Stage 1 Building Development
We are providing our members with an update in relation to the progress of works for stage 1. Phase 1 Demolition of the existing buildings next door to the domivka (hall) at 13-21 Russell Street is due to commence shortly . Initially, as the builders secure the construction site, they will need … [Read more...] about Community Update | Stage 1 Building Development
Wodonga Hromada – Young in Spirit
Three hours drive down the Hume Highway you'll find a vibrant group of Ukrainians - the Wodonga branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Victoria. Despite the average age of the community being in their 60's and 70's they work tirelessly to maintain the unity and spirit of a community that was … [Read more...] about Wodonga Hromada – Young in Spirit
Eurovision Song Contest 2017
The Eurovision Song Contest has truly captured the hearts of Australians over the years. And it seems the feeling is mutual considering the contest’s invitation for Australia to compete for the past three years, despite its non-European status. With Jamala’s spectacular win in 2016 came the … [Read more...] about Eurovision Song Contest 2017