National News
Duo Ruut are bringing Estonian folk music (magic) to Australia
Two musicians, one kannel and an extraordinary sound. Estonia's Duo Ruut returns to Australia for a summer tour across four states. We're excited!
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Meet and taste Baltic Cider in Brisbane and Canberra this October
Discover Baltic ciders made from locally grown apples, meet the people behind the bottles and hear the stories behind their craft. Enjoy free community tastings and find your new favourite cider!
Local News
Ulvi Haagensen brings art and everyday life together in Sydney
Estonian-Australian artist Ulvi Haagensen brings art, gardening and everyday life together in a North Sydney installation on display until 4 October.
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Baltic Markets in Sydney turn five — palju õnne!
Three Baltic nations walk into a Latvian House… to sing, dance and share handmade treasures. Sydney Baltic Markets celebrate five years in Strathfield this Saturday. Come along.
Local News
Reminder: Sõrve 2027 is nearly full
Sõrve Summer Camp returns to Lake Macquarie from 3–10 January 2027 — and organisers say it is nearly full. If Sõrve is part of your summer plans, now is the time to register.
Local News
Interview: Fairy Queen Margit brings an unusual adventure to Australia
Fairies, water spirits, ancient Estonian stories and edible art are touring Australia. HEIA meets Haldjaemand Margit to find out what exactly she has packed for the adventure.
National News
Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir returns to Australia in 2027
One of Estonia’s best-known choirs is returning to Australia. Single-ticket presales open 7 October for the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir’s 2027 Arvo Pärt concert tour.
Local News
Estonian cooking secrets whispered in Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne
Blood sausage, karask, mulgipuder and homemade kohuke are on the menu as Estonian cook Margit Kirss-Elsayed brings traditional cooking workshops to Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide this September.
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Estonia is 35 years free again — celebrate across Australia
Thirty-five years after Estonia restored its independence, Estonian communities across Australia are celebrating. Find a gathering near you — and come raise a glass to freedom.
National News
ECFA Annual Grants decided for 2026-27
The Estonian Cultural Foundation in Australia (ECFA) allocated $38,000 in small grants for 2026–27. Facing 16 applications requesting over $64,000, funding decisions were highly competitive across all community projects.
Local News
Needles at the ready: Estonian knitting workshops tour Australia
Traditional Estonian knitting techniques are coming to Australia this winter as knitwear designer Aleks Byrd leads workshops across five states from July to September.
