The Estonian House in Melbourne has found a buyer. The contracts have been signed and the settlement period of 12 months has commenced for our move from 43 Melville Rd, West Brunswick.
This means we have some time to seek a new home as well as organise a number of events to celebrate our time at Eesti Maja. Whilst it is sad to know that we will be departing the building that has been our home for over 50 years the time has come to find a new venue that is better suited to the needs of the changing community. This was the recommendation of the community review conducted over three years ago.
The company that has purchased the building intend to maintain the heritage components and will most likely continue to use the venue for hospitality and entertainment purposes.
The Estonian Society in Melbourne have a subgroup that has been searching for a new home for the community. Here is a chance to assist them in their endeavours. If you are aware of any buildings that may be suitable for the Estonian Community to purchase and is reasonably central to the city (within 10 km radius) then please send an email to melbourneestoniansociety[at]gmail.com alerting them to this opportunity. The type of building being looked for involves a small function hall, rehearsal space for choirs and dancing and office space for meetings and storage.
Over the coming months we will provide more details of planned events at Eesti Maja and stories regarding the history of the building.
Read more
Read more about the history of the Estonian House in Melbourne and the sales process here: Estonian House in Melbourne is for sale | HEIA
Acknowledgement
This article was first published in Teateleht, Melbourne Estonian Society newsletter, 2 September 2025.
