A group of Pontians gathered at the Urban Greek restaurant in Hobart recently to celebrate the anniversary of Tasmania’s official recognition of the Pontian Greek genocide.
They dined, shared stories and danced during the venue’s live Greek music night.
“The night held great cultural significance for us — it wasn’t just about food and music, but about honouring history, memory, and connection,” said Andreas Argyropoulos from Urban Greek.
For the group of Pontians it was a moment of pride and remembrance.
“To see them dancing, singing, and celebrating in the heart of Hobart brought the spirit of Greece alive in a way that words hardly do justice,” he said.
On 11 May 2023 the Tasmanian parliament passed a motion that recognised the Armenian, Assyrian, and Greek Genocides committed by the Ottoman Empire and its successor state.
This historic decision made Tasmania the third state in Australia to acknowledge these tragic events.
At the Urban Greek, Andreas Argyropoulos said they are deeply committed to keeping Hellenic culture present and thriving — not just for the Greek community, but for all Tasmanians and visitors.
“We host live music nights, traditional name day celebrations, and cultural dinners that honour everything from village recipes to historic commemorations.”
“It’s our way of saying: our heritage lives on, and everyone is welcome at the table.”
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