Bill Papastergiadis
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Vale Nick Andrianakos: A legacy of generosity and vision
Nick Andrianakos was a giant amongst us. Our relationship was based on a deep friendship, on legal services and on his role as a community benefactor. He was warm, generous …
Life –
Exploring life’s humour with ‘Hear Who’s Talking’ cast
Comedies are more than just about making us laugh. This was the central theme of my interviews with director Thodoris Niarchos and lead actor Meletis Ilias at the Antenna Pacific …
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‘I became aware of the depth of our diversity and its benefits at the VMC Gala’
Melbourne is one of the great multicultural capitals of the world. Nowhere is this more evident than at our many cross-cultural events that unite us. The Victorian Multicultural Gala Dinner …
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South Melbourne edged out Brisbane Olympic in extra-time epic – clubs bonded in celebration of the code
South Melbourne Hellas secured a dramatic extra-time victory over Brisbane Olympic, with over 2,500 passionate fans witnessing the nail biter. The mood was buoyant at the Limerick Arms Hotel in …
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Westvale Olympic FC: Heartwarming story of resilience, community, and philoxenia
Despite adversities, Westvale Olympic FC continues to unite multicultural communities and celebrate diversity in football. It was preseason-friendly, but it was with friends in every sense of the word. That …
Life –
My People: the untold story of heroism and the Greek Holocaust during World War II
My People is a feature documentary by Anna Rezan that tells the story of the Jews of Greece during the Nazi Occupation of Greece and the role that the Christian …
Dialogue –
Respect is a cornerstone of AEK Football Academy
As father and son, my son Leandros (Lee) and I, recently shared an unforgettable experience built around our common love of football at the AEK Football Academy. The love of …
Dialogue –
The Ship of State sails with confidence into the future
Plato talked of the Ship of State as a metaphor for governance and direction. The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has had steady governance and now looks to the future. …
Dialogue –
Bill Papastergiadis OAM on the Assyrians, the VMC and the Greek Community
Multiculturalism is the bedrock upon which Melbourne and Australia’s society is built on. As a Commissioner of the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC), I had the opportunity to recently address a …
Celebration of multiculturalism at the Victorian Premier’s Iftar Dinner
The Victorian Premier’s Iftar Dinner was a symbol of multiculturalism at its finest, with representatives from all faiths in attendance. I had the privilege of being seated beside Minister Melissa …