Association of Ukrainians in SA

12/06/2026

Discover "Transcendence" this SA Refugee Week

Join us in honoring the talent, resilience, and storytelling of our multicultural community. As part of SA Refugee Week 2026, the Ukrainian Women's Association in South Australia is hosting "Transcendence"— a powerful art exhibition by local Ukrainian-born artist Natalya Boujenko- Art by Natalya Boujenko

Come experience a moving display of photographs, paintings, and a stunning centerpiece installation made of 120 beautifully painted oyster shells.

When: Monday, 15 June 2026 at 10:00 am — 4:00 pm
Where: 23 Coglin Street, Adelaide
Cost: FREE event
Bring your family and friends to immerse yourself in local art and meaningful community celebration. We hope to see you there!

https://amrc.org.au/events/transcendence/
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Відкрийте для себе «Трансцендентність» (Transcendence) цього тижня біженців у Південній Австралії (SA Refugee Week)
Приєднуйтесь до нас, щоб вшанувати талант, стійкість та історії нашої мультикультурної спільноти. У межах Тижня біженців у ПА 2026 Асоціація українських жінок Південної Австралії запрошує на «Трансцендентність» — потужну художню виставку місцевої мисткині українського походження Наталії Буженко.

Приходьте та відчуйте зворушливу експозицію фотографій, картин, а також вражаючу центральну інсталяцію зі 120 витончено розписаних мушель устриць.

Коли: Понеділок, 15 червня 2026 р. o 10:00 — 16:00
Де: 23 Coglin Street, Adelaide
Вартість: БЕЗКОШТОВНИЙ захід
Запрошуйте свої родини та друзів, щоб зануритися в місцеве мистецтво та долучитися до важливого святкування разом із громадою. Чекаємо на вас!
https://amrc.org.au/events/transcendence/

Photographs, paintings and installation made of 120 painted oyster shells produced by Nataliya Boujenko local artist born in Ukraine.

10/06/2026

Join us for our final Adelaide screening for the Ukrainian Film Festival Australia 2026 - Queens of Joy! This Saturday 6pm, Mercury Cinema! Here is your invitation from the film's Director Olga Gibelinda direct from Kyiv. Be uplifted amidst the turmoil of the russian invasion in Ukraine. A documentary film about self-discovery, personal freedom and the power of community. Art and culture can be a powerful weapon of resistance and solidarity 🏳️‍🌈💛💙
Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DLPLJ

08/06/2026

Plast Leadership Course – Adelaide – 29 to 31 May

Friday 31 to Sunday 31 of May was a big weekend for Plast (Ukrainian Scouting Organisation) and for the Ukrainian community in Adelaide. Plastuny (Scouts) from across Australia came to Adelaide for the first registered KV1 Leadership Course (Vyshkil) for cubs and brownies (Novatstvo) instructors to be held in Australia. This weekend focussed on the needs of the next generation of cubs and brownies , and to reflect on the role each Plastun (Scout) plays in shaping the future of Plast in Australia.

The weekend started in the Ukrainian Community Centre in Hindmarsh which houses one of the best Plast Museums in the world, followed by dinner in the Kozak Bar.

The Leadership Course itself was held in the Girl Guides of South Australia's property, GTS Dolphin. It is a premier water activities and adventure camp located on Snowden’s Beach along the Port River, and it serves as a major hub for youth camps, water sports, and community events.

UPN would like to thank everyone for their enthusiasm and engagement throughout the three days. A special thank you to:

St. Pl. Tayissa Oleksyn – Commandant
Pl. Sen. Tomas Miljenovic – Deputy Commandant
St. Pl. Olesya Bernyk – “Bunchuzhna”
Pl. Sen. Olena Kulyk – Secretary
Pl. Sen. Adrian Myroniuk – “Intendant”

UPN would also like to extend their sincere thanks to Plast South Australia for hosting the Leadership Course and for their great catering. The knowledge, ideas, and connections developed over these three days will have an impact far beyond the training course itself, helping to shape the experiences, memories, and values of countless young cubs (novaky) and brownies (novachky) for years to come.

The organisers were very pleased with a fantastic turnout of 31 Plastuny, including 24 participants from Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, and Hobart. The weekend was an inspiring reminder of the important role Plast plays in the lives of many within our Ukrainian community. The future of Plast in Australia is in capable hands!

This year for the second year in a row, Plast observed Kyiv Day with a special charitable fun run. Kyiv Day is held on the 31st of May and this year it coincided with the National UPN Leadership Course in Adelaide. The funds raised were donated to the Centre for Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery in Ukraine to help children receive the medical care they need.

04/06/2026

Warm up with Volya Ukrainian Cossack Dancers performing at Henley Square on Sunday at 12:20pm! 😍 enjoy the day with a great line up of performers along the foreshore!


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Come down to Coastal Sounds this Sunday! We will be performing our favourite Cossack numbers and invite you to join in a mini Ukrainian Dance workshop in Henley Square from 12:20pm. We've got a great program for you!

31/05/2026

Today at 2pm, at Palace Nova Prospect Cinemas.Don’t miss the heart-warming Australian Premiere of Us, Our Pets and the War. Part of the Ukrainian Film Festival Australia.

Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DLPLI

Trailer:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NI7SyR68ZBg&ra=m

"Us, our pets and the war" is a film about life, humanity, as well as an incredibly close connection between people and animals, which even more strongly was...

28/05/2026

🎬✨ OPENING NIGHT — TOMORROW ✨
The Ukrainian Film Festival 2026 officially begins tomorrow in Adelaide🇺🇦
We are honoured that Nataliia Syeryakova, who recently featured in The Advertiser, will join us to share her experience working on Slovo House and speak about the creative process behind the film, the director’s vision, and the importance of Ukrainian cinema today.
This opening night is an opportunity not only to watch the film, but to gather as a community and experience Ukrainian culture together.
🌿 From 5PM, Ksenya Adelaide Kitchen will be serving homemade Ukrainian food before the screening:
💙 Traditional Borsch
💙 Varenyky
💙 Meat Dumplings
💙 Creamy Chicken with Rice
💙 Calamari, Chips & Salad
💙 Kids Meals
💙 Homemade Poppy Seed Cakes
We warmly invite everyone to join us for this special evening 🌸
🎟 Tickets available here: https://www.trybooking.com/DLOKX