Macedonian directory
The Macedonian Community in Australia is a vibrant and active community that organizes many events throughout the year. Some of the events include Macedonian Day, Macedonian Easter, and Christmas celebrations. The community also hosts a variety of cultural and educational events such as lectures, film screenings, and traditional music performances.
The Macedonian Community in Australia is very active in promoting and preserving the Macedonian language and culture. The community offers a variety of language classes for both children and adults. The community also has a library that contains a wide collection of Macedonian books, films, and music.
If you are interested in learning more about the Macedonian community in Australia, or if you are looking for a way to connect with other Macedonians living in Australia, please continue reading.
Where is Macedonia?
Macedonia is a landlocked country situated in the Balkan peninsula. Macedonia is bordered by Greece to the south, Albania to the west, Serbia to the north, and Bulgaria to the east. Macedonia has a population of about 1.8 million people and the capital city is Skopje. The official language of Macedonia is Macedonian, which is a Slavic language closely related to Bulgarian and Serbian. Macedonian is written using the Cyrillic alphabet.
The first Macedonians in Australia
The first Macedonians arrived in Australia in the late nineteenth century, fleeing economic hardship and political turmoil in their homeland. Many of these early settlers found work in the country’s burgeoning mining and agricultural industries. In the years following World War II, a significant number of Macedonians came to Australia as refugees or displaced persons. These new arrivals were often housed in migrant camps, such as those at Bonegilla and Broadmeadows
Today, the Macedonian community in Australia is estimated to be around 100,000 people, if not more. The majority of Macedonians living in Australia reside in Melbourne, followed by Sydney and Perth.
There are a number of Macedonian organisations and clubs located across Australia that cater to the needs of the Macedonian community. These organisations provide a range of services and activities, including language classes, youth programs, cultural events, and sports clubs.