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The Greek War of Independence of 1821 reshaped the world and still echoes today

On 25 March 1821, a messy and bloody uprising by Greeks in what was then an inconsequential province of the vast Ottoman colonial empire set the world on fire. The …

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1821 Revolution special: The Mistress of Spetses – an extract

Dr Nikos Linardakis brings Laskarina Bouboulina to life in his debut novel, unravelling the triumphs, betrayals, and legacy of Greece's fearless naval commander
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The past, present, future: Voicing Greek Australian dreaming

As an immigrant in the United States for forty long years, I regularly reflect on the significance of living between two cultures. As a person who makes a living teaching …

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Kosta Barbarouses stars as New Zealand qualify for FIFA World Cup

Kosta Barbarouses has helped New Zealand return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years. Barbarouses scored one goal and assisted another as the Kiwi’s beat …

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Leros, an island paradise created by God

Billy Cotsis takes a look at an island with picturesque beaches, wine and an Italian connection
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Inflation falls in line with expectations

The Reserve Bank’s efforts to curb inflation are heading in the right direction, with monthly inflation continuing downward, but it likely won’t be enough to force a rate cut next …

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Hellenic RSL in Melbourne commemorates Greek National Day

The Hellenic Returned and Services League sub-branch in Melbourne added its voice to the events commemorating Greek Independence Day with a commemoration at the Australian Hellenic Memorial. The gathering saw …

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Budget aims for prosperity amid US tariff uncertainty

Australia is shoring up its economic defences against Donald Trump by baking a US tariff response into the federal budget. Just weeks ahead of an election and days before the …

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Archbishop Makarios of Australia message for Greek National Day

Archbishop Makarios of Australia has delivered his Greek National Day message, reflecting on “two freedoms”. In summary, Archbishop Makarios calls on the younger generations to draw lessons from their ancestors. …

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Turkey detains 1,100 people since Erdogan rival’s arrest

Vast crowds of students surged onto Istanbul’s streets Monday in the latest protest over the arrest and jailing of Istanbul’s opposition mayor that has sparked Turkey’s worst unrest in years. …

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Public schools fully funded as final state signs on

A landmark agreement has been brokered between the federal government and a holdout state that will ensure every public school student will receive a fully funded education. After months of …

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Memorial service at Sunshine to honour 70th anniversary since EOKA began the fight for liberation

This year marks the 70th anniversary since the commencement of the Cyprus Emergency (1 April 1955) when violent explosions disrupted the capital and other cities of the country. Cyprus, since …

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Visiting Greek police moved by Melbourne’s students

Members of the Hellenic Police Athletic Association have come to Australia to participate in the celebrations of our National Day, getting moved by the city’s young Hellenes in the process. …

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Social media campaign pays tribute to the Greek women of the Revolution

The #WeAreGreekWarriors social media campaign has continued its annual tradition recognising the Hellenic women that played vital roles in the Greek War of Independence. The campaign, organised by the New …

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Sydney honours Greek Independence Day in grand fashion

Sydney put on a grand display for its annual events honouring Greek Independence Day with its Hellenes once more taking over some of the city’s historic locations to celebrate the …

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