National News
Lõunapoolkera Lugemisklubi met and loved Urmas Vadi
Estonians across Australia met Urmas Vadi on Zoom — and instantly fell in love with his humour, honesty and wildly relatable stories of writing, parenting and Soviet-era-absurdities. Turns out even literary geniuses write fast when the kids wake up at 6am.
National News
Join nationwide: “Discuss our Estonia” now also via Zoom
Can’t make it to Sydney? Tune in live via Zoom for “Discuss our Estonia” — an evening with members of the Estonian Parliament and the Ambassador of Estonia to Australia, hosted by the Estonian Society of Sydney.
National News
ABC News: Estonia calls for stronger unity to deter global aggression
During his visit to Australia, Estonian parliamentarian Marko Mihkelson told ABC News that stronger international cooperation — from Europe to the Pacific — is key to deterring aggression and protecting democracy.
News
Coming together at Point Wolstoncroft: Planning for Sõrve Camp 2026
Sõrve leaders met at Point Wolstoncroft to plan the 2026 camp sharing ideas, friendships and the excitement of keeping Estonian culture alive.
Estonian News
Estonian parliamentary delegation visiting New Zealand and Australia
In late October 2025, members of Estonia’s Riigikogu brought discussions on democracy, security and solidarity to New Zealand and Australia — including a powerful meeting with the Ukrainian community in Sydney. These are the reflections of AESL President Dr Juho Looveer.
Consular News
Consular mission to Perth, 10–11 December 2025
Estonians in Western Australia — mark your calendars! The Embassy of Estonia in Canberra will hold a consular mission in Perth on 10–11 December 2025, offering passport and ID-card services.
News
What’s inside the October Global Estonian newsletter?
The Global Estonian newsletter for October is out now — packed with inspiring stories, cultural highlights and global connections from Estonia to Australia and beyond.
Local News
Baltic Festival lifts hearts (and maybe a few floorboards) in Melbourne
Choirs, folk dancers and enough laughter to shake the rafters — the Baltic Festival turned Estonian House in Melbourne into one big, happy family.
News
Baltic Cider makers tour Australia — and take on the Australian Cider Awards
Baltic cider makers from Estonia, Latvia and Finland are bringing their award-worthy creations to Sydney and Melbourne this October. Come meet them, hear their stories and join the tastings.
Estonian News
Estonia tops Europe’s friendliness charts (yes, really)
Apparently aloof no more — Estonia has just been crowned Europe’s friendliest country! Yes, really. We out-charmed Ireland, Portugal and Greece with our quiet smiles, polite pauses and forest-fresh warmth. Turns out kindness speaks softly — and in Estonian.
Local News
Come stitch history: The Estonian book tapestry lands in Sydney
Come stitch a piece of history! The Estonian Book 500 piltvaip (tapestry) has landed in Sydney — and everyone’s invited to add a few stitches (and stories) before it returns to Estonia.
