10th July 2026 – NSW & ACT – Stičišče avstralskih Slovencev

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Odprta Kuhna (Open Kitchen) :
Culinary Sensation

Every Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Slovenian time), the heart of Ljubljana transforms into a vibrant open-air culinary market, where you can enjoy delicious food, local specialties, and a fantastic atmosphere.

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Major Robotics Investment:
New Distribution Centre in Kočevje

A €32 million robotics distribution centre has opened in the Slovenian town of Kočevje. The facility processes robot orders from across Europe, making Yaskawa’s Kočevje site the company’s largest facility in Europe.

GOVSI Article

Slovenian History: On this Day in History

On 10 July 2008, Slovenia lost Ljudmila Plesničar Gec, a distinguished archaeologist whose excavations helped reveal the Roman city of Emona, the ancient predecessor of Ljubljana. Her work continues to shape archaeological studies today.

Walter Šuber OAM in Slovenia for Representatives’ Meeting

Walter Šuber OAM, the NSW Representative for Slovenes Abroad is currently in Slovenia attending today’s Meeting of the Council of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia for Slovenians around the world. The meeting will be chaired by Prime Minister Janez Janša, with the Vice-Chair being the Minister for Slovenians Abroad and Around the World, Suzana Lep Šimenko.

Pictured here outside the National Assembly in Ljubljana, Walter and Kristine enjoyed catching up with Luka Kropivnik, Junior Research Fellow at the Institute of Slovenian Ethnology, ZRC SAZU.

We wish Walter every success with today’s meeting and hope it is both productive and rewarding. We look forward to hearing about it upon his return.

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Summary of this week’s VOSA Notices:

Key Feature Highlights this week in VOSA Notices

ELastovka: New App You Should Download Before Traveling
Urad za Slovence Zamejstvu in Po Svetu:  21st Youth Summer School of Slovenian Language
Researching Slovenian Genealogy with Silvia Zele
FIFA World Cup 2026: Weekly Round-Up by Zac Limare
From Slovenia to the World: Communities, Culture and Updates

Slovenian Organisations / Regular Weekly Updates

Club Triglav Mounties– Elvis Night
St Raphael’s Slovenian Mission Merrylands– Weekly Updates
Consular Assistance NSW
Slovenian Australian Association Canberra– Weekly Updates
Slovenian Language Association QLD– Weekly Classes
Seeking more information on Slovenia or our Community? Scroll down to explore the range of links.

eLastovka: New App You Should Download Before Traveling

Photo: Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs

What does the app offer?

Up-to-date information about travel safety to individual countries
Urgent telephone numbers
Contacts of Representatives abroad.

Note: The app does translate into English.

Click the button below to find out more and access the Instructions for Use.

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Urad Za Slovence Zamejstvu in Po Svetu
Office of Slovenians Abroad and Around the World

Explore the Office for Slovenians Abroad and Around the World’s website, where you’ll find the latest news, upcoming events, information on the recently elected office bearers, and a range of collections showcasing its projects, initiatives, and resources.

Website – click here

21st Youth Summer School of Slovenian Language

Last week, State Secretary Dr. Helena Jaklitsch greeted the participants of this year’s Youth Summer School of Slovenian language. The Office of Slovenians Abroad and Around the World are happy and proud to give young people abroad an opportunity to participate and strengthen their connection with their homeland.

Students spend the morning learning Slovenian and in the afternoon and evening, enjoy a rich program, providing them with insight into Slovenian culture, history , nature, whilst also socialising in creative, sports and relaxing activities.

Text and photos: Office of Slovenians Abroad

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Weekly Round-Up by Zac Limare

Matches & Results

Photo: Claudio Thoma/Keystone/AP

Australia’s World Cup dream came to an agonising end last Friday, falling to Egypt in a penalty shootout after 120 minutes couldn’t separate the sides.

While the result was difficult to take, the Socceroos earned plenty of respect for another determined campaign and proved they can compete with the world’s best. Around the tournament, Morocco’s incredible run gathered more momentum with another upset, Norway shocked Brazil to become the surprise package of the knockout stage, and France, Spain and Belgium all stamped themselves as serious championship contenders.

The week’s biggest talking point came in Argentina’s thrilling win over Egypt, where a series of contentious refereeing and VAR decisions left players and fans debating whether the right calls had been made.

The focus now shifts to an outstanding weekend of quarter-finals. Spain and Belgium promises to be a showcase of attacking football between two teams in outstanding form, while Norway has the chance to continue its remarkable fairytale against England.

Argentina will also be under the spotlight when it meets Switzerland, with all eyes on whether it can block out the noise from the controversy and take another step towards the World Cup final.

Researching Slovenian Genealogy with Silvia Zele

Date: Thursday 16 July 2026
Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm (Australian Eastern Standard Time – AEDT)
Venue: On Zoom

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From Slovenia to the World:
Communities, Culture & Updates

Explore Slovenian communities around the world. You will also find information about the Office for Slovenians Abroad, along with current news and updates.

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Triglav Mounties Group

Contact details
Phone: 02 9426 1000, Fax: 02 9823 2522
Email: triglavinfo@mountiesgroup.com.au
Web: www.mountiesgroup.com.au
Trading Hours
Sunday to Thursday: 10.00am – 12.00am – Friday & Saturday: 10.00am – 3.30am
Triglav Mounties GroupTriglav Mounties Group

You are invited to Elvis Night at Club Triglav on Sunday 18th July.
Rock on at Triglav as we pay tribute to the one and only King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
See flyer below for more information.

Elvis Flyer

Regular Events

Triglav Bistro
Lunch: Daily, 10 AM – 3 PM
Dinner: 5 PM – 9 PM

Bingo
Every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 10 AM

Trivia Night: Every Wednesday evening
Meat Raffle: Every Friday evening

Your Special Events

Triglav Mounties is available to host your family celebrations such
as birthdays,baptisms and the like.

Booking’s Essential. Tel.(02) 9426 1000

Triglav Daily Events – What’s On

St Raphael’s Slovenian Mission Merrylands

Email: slomission.sydney@gmail.com
Phone: 0409 074 760

Tedenske Novice

Pater Darko informs :

This Sunday, July 12, is the 15th Sunday of the year.

Mass will be 9:30am at Merrylands and at 4:00 p.m. in Figtree (Wollongong).

Weekly Updates in Slovenian

Osmrtnice ( Death Notices)

Franc Mramor, aged 92, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Alkira Gardens aged care home in Miranda, NSW. He was born in Sv. Vid nad Cerknico. The funeral Mass will be held on Monday July 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Chapel at Rookwood. He will be laid to rest at the old Slovenian lawn, Rookwood Cemetery.

Slovenian Consular Assistance

Honorary Consuls and Vice Consuls serve as Slovenia’s official representatives. They work under the supervision of the Slovenian Embassy in Canberra, unpaid and part time.

For General Information and queries related to Slovenia, please send an email to ConsulateSlovenia.Sydney@gmail.com

Alternatively, call Honorary Consul Aleks Lajovic on 0407 678 578 or Honorary Vice Consul Mark Stariha on 0404 464 727.

Slovenian Australian Association Canberra

Email:admin@slovenianclubcanberra.org.au
Phone: (02) 6282 1083

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Interested in Learning Slovenian Folk Dancing ?

Following the success of the workshop, we are exploring the possibility of establishing monthly Slovenian Folk Dance classes in Canberra and perhaps Sydney as well led by a local teacher.

This would be a wonderful opportunity to:

Learn traditional Slovenian dances
Connect with Slovenian culture and heritage
Meet new people and make friends
Enjoy a fun and active social activity
Help preserve an important part of our cultural traditions

No previous dance experience is required, and people of all ages are welcome to express their interest.

Expressions of Interest Now Open

Please register your interest by return email.
If there is sufficient interest, we hope to launch regular classes in Canberra and Sydney in the near future.

Keeping Our Traditions Alive, One Dance Step at a Time

Together, we are ensuring these traditions continue to thrive for generations to come.

The SAAC New Restaurant- Dober Tek

Check out our variety of menus by clicking the button below.

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There has never been a better time to visit the club.

Dedicated children’s menu
Kids under 12 eat free on Saturdays
Delicious Sunday specials
Available on Uber Eats
Friendly atmosphere and great company

Bring the family, invite your friends, and enjoy everything our club has to offer.

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