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Iris Papathanasiou

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Family violence destroys children, their future, but also our own as a society

“It’s a cold winter’s night in Melbourne. Six-year-old Jenny (not her real name) cuddles up to her mum whilst they sit close together on the couch. They are not watching …

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Greek summer for travel-starved Aussies – but don’t rush to buy tickets just yet

The reopening of Australia’s international borders next month was the best news Australians have had in a long time, given that many will finally have the opportunity to reunite with …

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The Greek “miracle” migrants: Saluting the older generation

An inspiring tribute to the early Greek migrants was published recently in the newspaper The Australian, in which these early pioneers are described as the “miracle migrants” due to their …

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Women’s financial independence is crucial if we want to keep them safe

“We are at a crossroad moment now,” Stella Avramopoulos, CEO of Good Shepherd told Neos Kosmos, in an interview about the Summit on Women’s Safety and what we need to …

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The crisis of Domestic Violence on the agenda of the Greek Community

On the agenda of the Greek Community of Melbourne tomorrow, is a discussion about domestic violence prevention, which was organised in collaboration with White Ribbon Australia. The aim of this …

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The Greek-Australian community celebrates the appointment of Nola Karapanagiotidis, the new County Court Judge in Victoria

Nola Karapanagiotidis, 46, is the first Greek-Australian woman to have reached the appointment of County Court Judge, a huge recognition for her extensive expertise in the justice system. The news …

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From planes to masks: Best friends take off on a new venture

Greek Australian pilot Paul Vourtsis got his license to fly a plane before he could drive a car. From the age of 15, when he took off on his maiden …

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Greek Australian employer sets the example as she boosts her staff’s morale

The story of Melbourne-based business owner, Martha Kourtidou, and her Hairdressing salon, Boda Hair Boutique, has made headlines following her recent gesture of solidarity towards her staff, left struggling in …

Life

Immersed in the beauty of the Arts, Vanessa Leyonhjelm’s life was like a Fairy-tale

Baroness Vanessa Leyonhjelm’s life may have been relatively short on this earth, but what she has left behind is forever written in the pages of history. The designs she created …

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The end of the “sweet” era for Hellas Cakes

The end of Hellas Cakes, Melbourne’s iconic Greek pastry shop, has struck a chord in the heart of the Greek community. Generations of Greeks grew up with sweet memories of …

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