National News
Estonian electro-pop musician NOËP rolls into Australia
NOËP is touring Australia this May–June, performing across five states with his signature electro-pop sound and immersive live shows.
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Independence Day parties across Australia
Whether you’re into forest picnics, live theatre, folk dance or just good company, Estonia’s 108th Independence Day celebrations across Australia have something with your name on it. Don’t just scroll it. Show up.
National News
Speech: Happy Estonian Independence Day from AESL
Marking 108 years since Estonia’s proclamation of independence, AESL President Ave Nukki reflects on courage, unity, heritage and the strength of Estonian identity in Australia.
National News
AESL elects new executive board
AESL has confirmed its new executive leadership team, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Estonian community in Australia.
Local News
Mamma Lood brings Hiiumaa humour to Australian stages
Island humour goes global: Margus Tabor brings "Mamma Lood" — grandmother stories, Hiiumaa wisdom and plenty of laughs — to Estonian communities in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.
National News
AESL AGM: what was discussed and decided
The AESL AGM brought together representatives from Estonian organisations across Australia, and covered everything from social media visibility and digitising archives to children’s camps and planning for Eesti Päevad 2027.
National News
Lõunapoolkera Lugemisklubi welcomes Lilli Luuk on Zoom
Have you read five pages or the whole book? Either way, you’re in. Join Lilli Luuk and the Southern Hemisphere Estonian Book Club on 8 February for a Zoom discussion of Ööema — tea, wine and curiosity encouraged.
Ancestry & Genealogy
Australia’s Estonian folk costume library is open to all
From hand-stitched skirts to full folk costume sets, SESKKE’s growing costume library preserves Estonian heritage in Australia, one carefully cared-for piece at a time. Open to all, it invites the community to wear, share and belong.
National News
Recognition for Estonian language teachers in Australia
Estonian language teachers in Australia were recognised for their work during a meeting with Minister Kristina Kallas, followed by a discussion on the future of Estonian language education in Australia.
Ancestry & Genealogy
Estonian Cultural Foundation in Australia: past, present and a new board
The ECFA’s journey from post-war relief committee to cultural foundation shows the power of a small community working together. A new board now steps in to guide the next chapter.
National News
Three Australian Estonians recognised on Citizen’s Day 2025
Australia’s Estonian community shines on Citizen’s Day, with three local recipients named among the global awardees recognised for strengthening Estonia’s cultural connections.
