Iris Papathanasiou
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PRONIA’s next chapter: A vision for a stronger and healthier Greek Australian community
When Sylvia Hadjiantoniou stepped into the role of CEO at PRONIA six months ago, she brought with her extensive executive experience in health, education, and infrastructure, and a forward-thinking vision …
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A second shot at Miss Universe Australia with a mission to inspire
Dana Diamataris, loves a new challenge any opportunity she gets. “Why should you stop challenging yourself at any point in your life? Why not continue to do it again and …
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“No One Told Me”: Christina Georgiades’s fight for hope
The journey to parenthood is far from easy for so many. Every day, countless women grapple with the challenge of becoming mothers, yet as a society, we rarely talk about …
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Genetic screening important for Greek couples planning a family
Australia made a significant move to prevent the transmission of life-limiting genetic conditions, such as Thalassaemia, by offering couples planning a family, free carrier screening for three specific conditions. This …
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National Emergency: Domestic violence numbers rise
Khouloud Hawatt, a mother of five was found dead inside a Sydney unit on Wednesday, her husband is now in police custody. Khouloud is the 98th Australian woman killed this …
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Love bombs, intimidation and lies: Unmasking the hidden face of abuse
Sophia* (not her real name) thought she had found love when she met a charming and attentive partner — the ideal. Over their seven-year relationship, however, that love turned into …
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Greek Australian twins discover First Nations wisdom on life-changing journey
Determined to learn more about the history and culture of our First Nations people teen-twin brothers Nicolas and Zachary Kanatas were selected to visit the remote paradise of One Arm …
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Social media ban for under-16s sparks debate among teens and parents
Debate has erupted among teens and kids on the actual social media platforms the Albanese government is preparing to ban under 16s from accessing. A group of 12-year-olds even suggested …
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January is divorce month: The season of reflection and resolution
As the holiday season approaches, many may feel the pressure of Christmas-basd consumerism and overwhelmed juggling family and other events crammed into the weeks leading up to the New Year. …
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Diabetes: Mary Kotsopoulos advocates for greater access to life-saving tech
Diabetes is now an epidemic in Australia. The illness affects people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures. Mary Kotsopoulos, from Heidelberg Heights in Melbourne, is one of the 1.2 million …