Opinion
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When the joke’s on us: The trouble with ‘Ethnic Dad’ comedy
In a recent episode of MasterChef, one contestant, Theo, was prompted to roleplay as his ‘ethnic dad‘ in a stereotypically exaggerated way. Is it okay for Greeks to joke around …
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Diatribe: Alexander’s Journey
In the annals of our diasporic cultural production, few works attain the intellectual gravitas, aesthetic cohesion, and spiritual resonance exhibited by Alexander’s Journey, a compelling dramatic oratorio that transcends mere …
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Student Vice-Captain urges Yarra Council to reconsider safety risks at Alphington Grammar gate
My name is George Tsianakas, and I’m an 18-year-old Year 12 student and Vice-Captain at Alphington Grammar School. I have been a student at the school since 2016. I walk …
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Diatribe: Lekatsas and the politics of naming in postcolonial Melbourne
In contemporary multicultural democracies, the naming of public space constitutes a potent semiotic act, one that not only honours individuals or events but also inscribes hegemonic narratives into the very …
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Super shock: Division 296 breaks the tax rules on unrealised gains
From all appearances Division 296 looks like a surgical strike on a small group of high-net-worth Australians with superannuation balances over $3 million. However, once you strip away the Treasury …
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Check your E9 property description in Greece
If you own real estate property in Greece you must be aware of the E9 list you file with the Greek tax authority, describing in detail every piece of property …
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Heartfelt Condolence on the passing of our PRONIA team member
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our much-loved colleague Mary Kalona, who tragically passed away on the 10th June 2025. Mary was a valued member …
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Diatribe: Rituals – Gifts for the gods
The Hellenic Museum’s most recent exhibition, Rituals: Gifts for the Gods, is not merely a curated display of antiquities, but a contemplative pilgrimage through the spiritual psyche of the ancient …
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Diatribe: Ashpoems
It is only when the fire burns to ashes, when the embers are glowing, that cooking, and warmth is possible. Similarly, in George Vassilacopoulos’ latest poetry collection: Ashpoems, we are …
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Diatribe: The melancholy of the politician
“Despite their promises at the last Election, the politicians had not yet changed the climate” – Evelyn Waugh, ‘Love Among the Ruins’ 1953. Giorgio de Chirico, one of my favourite …