The 45th anniversary since the Turkish invasion of Cyprus was commemorated in Sydney on Sunday, 21 July.
Hundreds gathered at events that took place in the city, beginning with a memorial service presided by His Eminence Archbishop Makarios at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of Our Lady. This was followed by a trisagion service at 1.20pm.
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A rally was also held for Cyprus via Castlereagh Street and ended at Town Hall.
There was also a wreath-laying ceremony at Martin Place.
Buses dropped off droves of people from the Cyprus Community Club to the city centre.
Below are photos of the events by George Mpliokas.
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