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Bonegilla: The first stop for 18,000 Greek migrants to Australia – Now a heritage site

Arriving in a hot and fly-ridden Bonegilla on the NSW/Victorian border in October 1967, fresh off the boat from Greece, Ilias Tsinanis recalls his father’s first words: “My God, what …

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Melbourne’s oldest barber doesn’t plan on retiring

At 91, Panagiotis Pattas still cuts hair — and teaches dignity
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Antipodean Palette exhibition reveals duality of heritage and home

The opening of the Antipodean Palette exhibition at Steps Gallery in Carlton on Saturday 14 June marked a profound and moving celebration of Greek diasporic identity through visual art. A …

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NPL Victoria Men: South Melbourne snatches dramatic win over Preston Lions

Some kits carry more weight, more prestige, and a richer history than others. That’s certainly true for South Melbourne Hellas. The Greek Australian side clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory against …

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Staying home, staying strong: Aged Care reforms put independence first

From 1 November, a new chapter begins in aged care across Australia. The federal government is rolling out a new program called Support at Home, designed to help older Australians …

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New archaeological discoveries on Ithaca point to worship of Odysseus and early cult activity

For centuries, scholars and archaeologists have been captivated by Homer’s Odyssey, the ancient Greek epic that chronicles the perilous voyage of the cunning and long-suffering hero, Odysseus. While it remains …

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Australia calls for Middle East conflict de-escalation

Anthony Albanese has joined calls for Israel and Iran to de-escalate their bombing campaigns, amid fears the Middle East conflict will escalate even more. Israel and Iran began trading missile …

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The Battle for Bodies, Hearts, and Minds in Postwar Greece

The Greek Community of Melbourne is set to host an upcoming seminar unpacking the post-WWII period in Greece, focusing on the exploits of American social worker Charles Schermerhorn during his …

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Israel, Iran strike each other as Trump flags easy end

World leaders are urging Israel and Iran to de-escalate their conflict as the long-standing foes launch a new round of deadly strikes. Israel and Iran have launched fresh attacks on …

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Trump flexes military might at parade as protests sweep US

President Donald Trump hosted the largest US military parade in decades on his 79th birthday on Saturday, as protesters rallied across the country to accuse him of acting like a …

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Georgina Vlahos forgives partner who shot her and left her paralysed

On January 12, 2023, Georgina Vlahos was lying on her bed above the garage of her Condell Park home when a bullet fired from below pierced through the floorboards, mattress, …

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Djokovic to become permanent resident of Greece through golden visa program

Novak Djokovic is reportedly set to move to Athens permanently from September, enrolling in Greece’s Golden Visa residency program, according to Greek media reports. As reported by Proto Thema, Djokovic’s …

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Honouring yiayia and pappou: Family film to premiere in their beloved Yarraville

The Lichoudaris family production ‘Tomorrow’s Trees’ will come full circle as it prepares for its Victorian premiere in the heart of the Yarraville community the director’s yiayia and pappou called …

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Momentum building for global plastic pollution pact

Australia has thrown its support behind a declaration to curb plastic pollution fast and deliver on a global treaty targeting waste at the source. More than 90 countries have backed …

Iranian missile attack kills 2 in Israel; 78 dead in Iran following Israeli strike

A missile strike on the central Israeli city of Rishon Lezion, just eight kilometres south of Tel Aviv, has left two people dead and dozens injured. The strike came as …

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