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George Lekakis steps in: Victoria’s new frontline against hate and division

George Lekakis, the longest-serving Chair of the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC), has been appointed by Premier Jacinta Allan to strengthen social cohesion and review key institutions. This decision comes in …

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Nisi double-strained Greek yoghurt: Authenticity meets indulgence

For Greeks, yoghurt is a staple, much like it is for Lebanese, Turks and Indians. In Australia’s multicultural landscape, we are fortunate to enjoy an abundance of high-quality yoghurt. As …

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Graffiti attack in Sydney’s East condemned as latest Anti-Semitic hate crime

Last night’s graffiti attack in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, Woollahra, has been roundly condemned as the latest hate crime intended to strike fear into Jewish communities. The incident was described as …

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Honouring Victoria’s multicultural achievements across all fields

In a packed reception at magnificent Government House Victorians from across industries and sectors, both public and private, were recognised for their efforts in promoting and advocating for their communities …

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Premier Allan unveils new anti-vilification laws to strengthen Victoria’s social cohesion

Victoria’s Premier Jacinta Allan addressed multicultural media on Thursday to confirm changes to anti-vilification and social cohesion laws. Flanked by Deputy Premier and Education Minister Ben Carroll, and Minister for …

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René Magritte the ‘Painter of ideas’ – blockbuster exhibition exclusive to Sydney

The Art Gallery of New South Wales presents over 100 works by the Belgian surrealist in a landmark exhibition exclusive to Australia, as part of the Sydney International Art Series …

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John Kotzas: From Greek roots to shaping Queensland’s cultural scene

John Kotzas AM is leaving Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) after 30 years, 20 of them at the helm it was announced as a leadership transition . Kotzas, born in …

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Trauma and survival: Jason Raftopoulos’s ‘Voices in Deep’ explores refugee realities in Athens

The opening shot in Jason Raftopoulos’s, Voices in Deep is the shimmering rays of the sun dancing on the surface of the Mediterranean Sea seen from below the surface.  We …

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Julian Hill hails our multicultural social cohesion in the face of overseas conflict

Julian Hill described the Multicultural Framework Review as “a most serious and thoughtful body of work, and the deepest examination of multicultural policy settings in a generation.” The Assistant Minister …

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Vale Con Savvas: A generous spirit who helped shape Adelaide’s Greek Australian legacy

Last week, I came across a Facebook post by a family friend, Ross Savvas, announcing the passing of his father, Con Savvas (Konstantinos Topalsavvas). Con Savvas, b. 1934 – d. …

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