Former Victorian Premier Steve Bracks noted the role and support of Greek Australian businessman Nick Bantounas as the key influence for him taking leadership of the Victorian Labor Party and in becoming premier of Victoria for eight years.
At the launch of his book A Premier’s State at George’s Restaurant in Camberwell, Mr Bracks publicly acknowledge the role the Greek Australian businessman had on his political career.
Mr Bracks – who resigned as premier a few years ago citing family reasons – is now a board member of the Beirut Hellenic Bank.