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🇸🇮 🇦🇺 Celebrating Slovenian culture, heritage & community since 1964. A place for everyone — connecting generations, keeping traditions alive. ❤️

03/11/2026

🇸🇮 Remembering Jože Kapušin

It is with profound sadness that we farewell Jože Kapušin, one of our foundation members, whose selfless contribution to the Slovenian communities of Melbourne and Canberra will never be forgotten.

Jože was dedicated to preserving our Slovenian heritage, language and culture. Some of his remarkable contributions included:

- Helping Slovenian immigrants settle in Australia alongside Pater Basil.
- Establishing the Slovenian language school at Kew Church and teaching in Canberra.
- Organising Slovenian dancing and cultural activities in both Melbourne and Canberra.
- Serving as editor of Slovenski Vesnik for eight years.
- Contributing to Slovenian radio and community broadcasting.
- Serving as President and Secretary of the Slovenian Australian Association of Canberra in its early days, helping establish and strengthen our community.
- Always being willing to share his knowledge of Slovenian culture and the history of those who came to Australia, helping our Association preserve its heritage.

We will forever be grateful for everything he gave to our Slovenian community.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Počivaj v miru, Jože. 🇸🇮

FUNERAL DETAILS

Jože Kapušin | 89 Years

Born: 26 July 1937 – Radovica, Slovenia
Passed away: 27 October 2026 – Canberra, Australia

Tuesday, 10 November 2026
11:00 am

St Monica’s Church
Evatt, Canberra

A wake will follow at the Slovenian Australian Association Canberra. 🇸🇮

01/11/2026

🐝 LOOK AT OUR SUPERSTARS! WHAT A COMMUNITY WE HAVE! 🤍💙❤️

Just look at what our amazing volunteers have achieved at the Slovenian Club Canberra! And it's not just happening on working bee days – the progress continues throughout the week.

The transformation is incredible, and we are so proud of what our community is achieving together!

Here's what we've been busy working on:

🔹 All new air conditioners installed throughout the clubhouse!
🔹 Great progress on both the B**r Garden and Stara Trta pergolas.
🔹 Roof covering underway on the B**r Garden.
🔹 Front garden bed repaired and looking fresh.
🔹 Weeds have disappeared from the pavers – what a difference!
🔹 General yard clean-up and improvements.
🔹 Stonework has officially begun!
🔹 BBQ enclosure construction has commenced!

Every project, every helping hand and every hour volunteered is making a difference. What started as a vision is becoming a reality, thanks to people who care about our club and our community.

THIS IS WHAT COMMUNITY LOOKS LIKE! People coming together, rolling up their sleeves, sharing a laugh and creating something special for everyone.

But we still have plenty to do, and we'd love YOU to be part of it!

🐝 JOIN OUR NEXT WORKING BEES

📅 Saturday 7 November & Saturday 21 November 2026
⏰ 9:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Slovenian Australian Association
19 Irving Street, Phillip ACT

You don't need special skills – just a willingness to lend a hand. Whether you can spare an hour or the whole day, every little bit helps.

Bring your friends, family and a bit of community spirit!

Our club is only as strong as the people who come together to build it. Let's keep the momentum going. We are stronger together!

🤍💙❤️ ALL HANDS ON DECK – WE'D LOVE TO SEE YOU THERE!

23/10/2026

WHAT AN AMAZING COMMUNITY WE HAVE! ❤️🇸🇮

Take a look at our superstars in action! Our recent working bee and midweek working bee have been all about teamwork, getting our hands dirty, sharing a few laughs and getting things done.

At the Slovenian Australian Association of Canberra, nothing is too hard when we all pull together. There's plenty of hard work, plenty of fun and an incredible community spirit that makes it all worthwhile!

LOOK AT WHAT OUR SUPERSTARS HAVE BEEN UP TO!

🌿 Gardening, mowing & planting – keeping our grounds looking their best and planting new flowers to brighten up our surroundings.

🪧 Club sign refurbishment – giving our sign a fresh new look.

🔧 Welding & repairs– welding braces onto our existing metal pergola to strengthen the structure.

🏗️ Old pergola preparations – preparing the roof sheeting and pavers for the next stage of improvements.

🍇 The Stara Trta project – working on the pergola and building a new frame for our treasured Slovenian Old Vine.

🧹 Cleaning & tidying – giving our concertina doors some much-needed attention.

🚛 Rubbish removal– loading up and taking unwanted rubbish to the tip, clearing space and keeping our club grounds tidy.

Every job, big or small, makes a difference. From welding and building to planting flowers, mowing, cleaning and hauling rubbish, our volunteers show what can be achieved when people come together with a shared love for their club and community.

THIS IS WHAT COMMUNITY LOOKS LIKE!

People showing up, lending a hand, sharing skills, having a laugh and putting their heart into making our clubhouse and grounds better for everyone.

A massive THANK YOU to every volunteer who gives their time, energy and skills. You are the heart and soul of our Association, and we couldn't do it without you!

AND WE'RE BACK AT IT TOMORROW!

📅 Saturday 24 October 2026
⏰ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Our next working bee is happening tomorrow, and there's always something to do and a way to help. Whether you can lend a hand with the bigger jobs or help with the smaller tasks, every helping hand counts.

Come along, join the fun and be part of something special. Let's keep the momentum going!
Still here. Still growing. Still Slovenian. 🇸🇮

19/10/2026

💛🍇 THREE CELEBRATIONS. ONE WONDERFUL EVENING. ONE COMMUNITY! 🇸🇮❤️

Join us at the Slovenian Club Canberra for a special evening celebrating our people, our traditions and the friendships that make our community so special!

💛 HEARTS & HANDS
Celebrating and thanking our amazing volunteers, supporters and members who give so much to our Club.

🍇 SVETI MARTIN DAY 🇸🇮
Celebrate one of Slovenia’s most cherished traditions with the blessing of the new w**e!

🤝 COMMUNITY REUNION
Missed our Statehood Day & Reunion? Here’s another chance to reconnect, catch up with friends and enjoy a fantastic night together!

❤️🎄 CREATE A LITTLE CHRISTMAS MAGIC!
Get creative with our Decorate Your Heart activity! Decorate your own heart-shaped Christmas ornament, add your personal touch and create a special keepsake to hang on your tree — a little heart made with love!

🎶 LIVE MUSIC BY ALPINE ECHOES

🎟️ ENTRY & WHAT'S INCLUDED

💛 Members: FREE entry
🎫 Non-members: $20 per person

Your $20 non-member entry includes:

🎶 Live music by Alpine Echoes

❤️ Our Decorate Your Heart Christmas activity

🍽️ Food and beverages are available to purchase separately for both members and non-members.

📅 SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2026
🕕 Doors open at 6:00 pm

📣 RSVP ESSENTIAL — BOOK YOUR PLACE!
🗓️ RSVP BY SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER 2026
☎️ CALL (02) 6282 1083

❤️ Bring your family, invite your friends and spread the word! Whether you're coming for the music, Slovenian traditions, Christmas creativity or simply to reconnect, everyone is welcome!

🇸🇮 Let's celebrate our heritage, thank our wonderful volunteers and make more memories together. We can't wait to see you there!

📍 Slovenian Club Canberra
19 Irving Street, Phillip ACT 2606

18/10/2026

A fresh new look for our Club! 🇸🇮❤️ Our refurbished sign went up today, proudly celebrating our heritage and community. Still here. Still growing. Still Slovenian! 🇸🇮

16/10/2026

🚌🍒 DAY TRIP TO YOUNG – WHO’S KEEN? 🍒🍷

❤️ REMEMBER THE GOOD OLD DAYS WHEN WE WENT CHERRY PICKING? 🍒

Let’s relive those memories with a fun day out in the country! The Slovenian Australian Association Canberra is looking at organising a day trip to Young on Sunday, 22 November 2026.

🍒 WHAT’S IN STORE?

🐑 Visit Ballinaclash Orchard & Cellar Door
🍒 Cherry picking
🍷 W**e tasting
🐓 A visit to the farmyard to see the animals
🛍️ Free time in Young town centre for a little looksie, shopping and refreshments.

🚨 URGENT – REGISTER YOUR INTEREST BY MONDAY, 19 OCTOBER! 🚨

We need to confirm numbers to secure a coach!

🚌 Estimated coach cost: $45 per person
👥 Member and non-member pricing will apply.
👧 Children’s pricing and further trip details will be confirmed.

📞 CALL THE CLUB ON (02) 6282 1083

⏰ DEADLINE: MONDAY, 19 OCTOBER 2026

🍒 CAN’T JOIN US? YOU CAN STILL GET YOUR CHERRIES!

We can bring back pre-packed cherries for purchase, with collection at the Club on Sunday evening, 22 November.

Please let us know when you call if you’re interested in the trip or would like to order cherries.

❤️ A LITTLE NOSTALGIA, A DAY IN THE COUNTRY AND CHERRIES TO TAKE HOME!

Please share with family and friends who might like to join us.

14/10/2026

🏇✨ THE MELBOURNE CUP LUNCHEON 2026 ✨🏇

🥂 The race that stops the nation!

Get dressed up, gather your friends and join us for a fantastic afternoon of racing, delicious food, friendship and Melbourne Cup glamour at the Slovenian Australian Association Canberra!

Whether you’re cheering for your favourite horse, trying your luck in the sweeps or simply enjoying the atmosphere, it’s the perfect excuse to get together and celebrate!

📅 TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER 2026

📍 Slovenian Australian Association Canberra
19 Irving Street, Phillip ACT 2606

🍽️ WHAT’S ON?

🚪 Doors open at 12:00 pm
🍴 Delicious buffet lunch served at 1:00 pm
🏇 Watch the Melbourne Cup LIVE on the big screen
🎟️ Sweeps with prizes
👗 Prize for the best-dressed race-day outfit
🥂 Complimentary glass of bubbles or orange juice on arrival

🎫 TICKETS: $45 PER PERSON

📌 RSVP & PREPAYMENT ESSENTIAL

Secure your place by Tuesday 27 October 2026. Prepayment is required to confirm your booking.

💳 BANK TRANSFER DETAILS

Account Name: Slovenian Australian Association of Canberra Incorporated
Bank: NAB
BSB: 082-926
Account Number: 515056492
Reference: Your Name

Please include your name as the payment reference so we can identify your booking.

☎️ RSVP & ENQUIRIES: 02 6282 1083

Please note: No TAB or ATM on site.

👒✨ Start planning your outfit, round up your friends and join us for a fabulous Melbourne Cup celebration!

Great food, great company and all the excitement of race day — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂

09/10/2026

LOOK AT WHAT WE’RE ACHIEVING TOGETHER! 💪🇸🇮

WOW! Our club is getting better by the week, and the transformation is happening right before our eyes!

Take a look at what our amazing crew has achieved at our last working bee and throughout our weekly working bees. Do you recognise some of these familiar faces? 👀

🚜 Excavator on site and truckloads of material moved
🍺 B**r delivery sorted
🎨 Walls getting a fresh coat of paint
🔨 Our new bar area taking shape
🧹 Garage cleaned out and tidied
🌿 Our new pergola masterpiece coming to life, alongside work on our original pergola

And there’s still plenty more to come!

A HUGE THANK YOU to all our incredible helpers. Every hour, every task and every helping hand makes a difference. Whether you're operating machinery, shifting materials, painting walls, cleaning up or simply lending a hand, you're helping build something special.

This is what community looks like. People coming together, rolling up their sleeves and making things happen. We couldn't do it without you!

AND WE’RE BACK AT IT TOMORROW!

📅 Saturday, 10 October
⏰ From 9:00 am

Come along, meet the crew, lend a hand and be part of the transformation. No special skills needed — just bring your community spirit!

Let's keep the momentum going. Our clubhouse is looking better, our projects are coming to life, and we're building something we can all be proud of.

OUR CLUB. OUR COMMUNITY. OUR FUTURE. TOGETHER, WE’RE MAKING IT HAPPEN! 🇸🇮❤️

📸 Scroll through the photos, see what we've been up to and give our hardworking helpers some love in the comments!

02/10/2026

🌐 WE’RE FLICKING THE SWITCH — OUR NEW WEBSITE GOES LIVE TODAY! 🇸🇮🇦🇺

Today marks an exciting new chapter for the Slovenian Australian Association of Canberra.

Our new website is the digital home of our Club — bringing together our history, culture, community, events, stories and everything happening at 19 Irving Street, Phillip.

And this is just the beginning.

🚀 We’re building the Club as a destination and cultural hub for Canberra — a place where Slovenian culture, traditions, food, music, stories and community can be experienced and shared by everyone.

The website is still a work in progress, and we want our community to be part of building it.

📸 Have old photos?
🎥 Have videos?
🇸🇮 Have a story, memory or piece of our history to share?

Send them our way! Your memories help us tell the story of our Club and the generations who have made it what it is today.

👉 Make sure you visit our NEW WEBSITE today!

www.slovenianclubcanberra.org.au

LAUNCHED. LIVE. AND GROWING.
🇸🇮 Slovenia without borders. 🇦🇺

29/09/2026

🇸🇮 SIPS OF SLOVENIA HAS ARRIVED! 🍷🍺

From Slovenia to Canberra — the wait is over.

Our Slovenian drinks collection has landed at the Club, bringing the flavours, favourites and traditions of Slovenia right here to Canberra.

🍺 Laško & Union Slovenian b**r
🍷 Slovenian w**es
🥃 Slovenian spirits
🥤 Cockta & Fructal juices
💧 Slovenian favourites

Whether you’re looking for the taste you grew up with, discovering something new, or simply wanting to enjoy a little piece of Slovenia — Sips of Slovenia is here.

From the vineyards and breweries of Slovenia to our Club in Canberra — raise a glass to Slovenia. 🇸🇮

Sips of Slovenia — a taste of home, served here.

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19 Irving Street
Canberra, ACT
2606

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Thursday	5pm - 9pm
Friday	5pm - 9pm
Saturday	12pm - 9pm
Sunday	12pm - 9pm

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