Memberships

Here we tell you more about who are our members, what their membership benefits are and how to become a member.

Who are members of the Melbourne Estonian Society?

People like you and me. From babies to 100-year-olds. We have members who have lived all their lives in Australia but whose parents or grandparents were Estonian. Others were born in Estonia, travelled here and stayed. We also have members who are spouses of Estonians, but also others who once wandered through the door, with no Estonian connections, but just loved it and kept coming to events. It doesn’t matter what your background is – you are welcome to join us.

Member benefits

This is what you get as a member:
– free entry to Christmas Party ($45 for non-members)
– free participation in activity groups (supported participation in kids’ playgroup)
– the newsletters Teateleht (4 times a year) and Bulletin (occasionally) emailed to you
– invitations to and discounts at events
– subsidised participation at Sõrve Camp
– subsidies to performers at Eesti Päevad and Laulupidu.

How to become a member?

Membership is free for you, if you are: 17 years old or younger, 80 years old or over. To become a member, please fill out the registration form linked below and pay the annual membership fee of $20 by electronic banking.

ESTONIAN SOCIETY IN MELBOURNE INC
National Australia Bank
BSB Number: 083 168
Account Number: 419 604 372

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the Melbourne Estonian Society.

What services does the Melbourne Estonian Society provide?

The Melbourne Estonian Society provides a platform for Estonians in Melbourne to access news, events and community updates.

Who is the Melbourne Estonian Society for?

The Melbourne Estonian Society is for Estonians living in Melbourne who want to connect with their cultural heritage and community.

Can non-Estonians become members of the society?

Yes, non-Estonians who are interested in Estonian culture and community are welcome to join the society.

How can I become a member of the Melbourne Estonian Society?

We are working on easier ways to pay membership fees. For now, all you need to do to become a member is to complete the form linked here and pay the annual membership fee of $20 by electronic banking. You only pay for adults, children below 18 years and those over 80 years old can join for free (please still complete the form above).

BY ELECTRONIC BANKING
Estonian Society in Melbourne Inc.
National Australia Bank
BSB Number: 083 168
Account Number: 419 604 372

Include the full names of those whose memberships you are paying for with your transfer. Please keep your transaction number, as it is your membership receipt.

Membership benefits
Our membership includes some great benefits, for example:
– free participation in the activity groups (choir, folk dancing, kids playgroup, etc.)
– the newsletters Teateleht (4 times a year) and Bulletin (occasionally) sent to your inbox
– invitations to and discounts at events
– a free entry to the annual Christmas Party (our most popular event of the year).