Estonian News
Pärnu Film Festival at 40: A filmmaker’s perspective
A festival with a remarkable history, a welcoming spirit and some challenges ahead. Filmmaker Anthony Noack reflects on his experience at Pärnu Film Festival and what its next chapter might bring.
Estonian News
Estonian folk dancers go viral with a little hip-hop
Estonian folk dancing meets American hip-hop, and the internet can't stop watching. Meet Soveldaja, the Tallinn ensemble whose unexpected video has reached more than a million viewers.
Estonian News
Global Estonian October newsletter is making the rounds
The October Global Estonian newsletter is out, bringing stories of freedom, film, forests and a rather unusual cabbage. Plus, a few familiar Australian connections have snuck in.
Estonian News
Estonia welcomes new President Ülle Madise as Alar Karis steps down
Estonia welcomes new President Ülle Madise today as Alar Karis completes his five-year term. Meet the new head of state, look back at Karis's presidency and watch the inauguration live.
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September 2026: Nipet-näpet Eestist (odds and sods from Estonia)
This is our monthly “Nipet-näpet Eestist” column — a quick pick of Estonian news and oddities we think you’ll love.
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Aivi Luik makes Champions League history — again
Australian footballer Aivi Luik, whose family roots reach back to Estonia, has made Champions League history — adding another milestone to a wonderful career.
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Global Estonian September newsletter drops into our inboxes
The September Global Estonian newsletter is out, carrying news from Estonia and its far-flung humans — and Australia has managed to sneak into this one twice.
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Happy Estonian Grandparents Day!
Estonia celebrates Grandparents Day today. Call Grandma, hug Grandpa, ask about what they have been up to — and remember that sometimes love looks remarkably like another helping of cabbage rolls.
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Estonia’s PISA report: brilliant, but keep reading
Estonian students are once again among the world’s PISA superstars. Science, maths and problem-solving shine — but falling reading scores give Estonia something to think about.
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Three days left to become a global Estonian youth delegate
Young Estonians abroad, your global network is calling. ÜENV is seeking its next youth delegates — with an English-language program suited to Australian time zones. Applications close 3 September 2026.
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All aboard the Mushroom Express! Toot toot!
Estonia has found another use for public transport: mushroom hunting. Catch the Mushroom Express this September and swap the railway platform for a forest path.
