Alex Economou
Life –
Her young son’s words spurred Mary Anastasiou’s dream to write
It took her six-year-old son Lukas, to put into words the dreams that had long occupied Mary Anastasiou. His words were a call to action and the result is three …
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Association leaders call for action on future now
The issue of what to do with the assets of associations and brotherhoods created by the first generation of Greek migrants to Australia will be raised following the 20 February …
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Englishman reflects on his years living in a Mani village
It is 28 years since now-retired couple John and Mary Hayes sunk roots in Neohori (in the West Mani). And while the village has still retained the charm that drew …
Need for action over associations is urgent, says Panarcadian president
The task of settling the assets of Greek brotherhoods and associations in Australia is an absolute necessity but it will be difficult to achieve, says Dimitris Alexopoulos, the president of …
Comeback Kid’s parents at heart of changes to medical procedure
When Jo Traikos waited to take her son Josh, 11, home after a routine 25-minute operation, she did not expect to be confronted with the nightmare no parent should have …
‘United effort to decide future of fading associations’ assets must start now’: Theo Thephanous
The process of what to do with the assets of Greek associations and brotherhoods facing difficulties because of shrinking memberships and financial difficulties should begin with a legal survey of …
Swedish Greek filmmaker’s latest scores high on world film festivals
In the three months since he sent he submitted his short film to the world film-festival circuit, Nico Falcone Georgiadis’ film The Promenade has garnered 27 awards, news of the …
Greek-Australian specialist engineer creates his own Antikythera Mechanism and presents plans for the world to use
While a team from the University of London made a big splash early in 2021 when it unveiled its 3D rendering of the famed Antikythera Mechanism, a Greek Australian living …
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Patricia Karvelas takes charge on ABC flagship RN Breakfast
Patricia Karvelas attended University High School where she wrote for the school magazine and began broadcasting on a Melbourne community radio station while still at school. She is a graduate …
Growing worries surface over fate of Greek associations’ assets
The recent failed auction of the Pontian Community of Melbourne building has brought to the fore an issue that is sure to dominate a wider debate in the coming years: …