Local News
The landscapes we carry — Bernadette Pilli in Melbourne
Bernadette Pilli’s exhibition "Departures" opens in Melbourne from 30 September to 11 October. Look closely. There are stories hiding in these landscapes.
Consular News
Consular Mission to Melbourne on Tuesday, 20 October 2026
The Estonian Consular Mission to Melbourne will take place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
News
The White Ship sails into Pärnu Film Festival
Australian-Estonian filmmaker Anthony Noack’s The White Ship is heading to Estonia’s 40th Pärnu Film Festival, bringing its story of art, migration and belonging to an Estonian audience.
History
The long way from Estonia — and back again. Silvia’s story
Born in wartime Germany after her parents fled Estonia, Silvia Sillaots shares the remarkable story of survival, migration, family separation and building a new life in Australia.
History
History: Australian Estonians and the fight for Estonia’s freedom
How did a small Estonian community help shape Australia's stance on Baltic independence? Read the story in English and Estonian, with a link to the full research paper in the article.
History
The keys have changed hands: farewell to Melbourne’s Estonian House
The keys to Melbourne’s Estonian House have been handed over. Matti Kiviväli looks back at almost 55 years of community life — and the people who made it possible.
Estonian News
Estonia named the world’s best country to relocate to
Estonia has been named the world’s best country to relocate to. But what do Estonians who have actually moved back from Australia say about it?
Estonian News
Small country, big mix: 224 nationalities call Estonia home
Estonia has 1.36 million residents — but 224 nationalities and 262 mother tongues. The latest population figures reveal just how international this small country has become.
Consular News
Consular news: Important information for Estonian and Australian dual citizens regarding ETIAS
New ETIAS travel rules are expected from 2027. Here's what dual citizens need to know before travelling. Read in English and Estonian.
Consular News
Recognition of Estonian driver’s licences in Australia
Good news for Estonian drivers in Australia. The Embassy of Estonia in Canberra shares the latest update on Estonian driver's licence recognition. Read in English and Estonian.
Ancestry & Genealogy
Show your Estonian ancestry in the Australian Census
Australia's next Census is almost here. If you have Estonian ancestry or identify as Estonian, this is your chance to help ensure our community is counted and recognised. Read in English and Estonian.
