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From Yiayia’s wisdom to Parkinson’s advocacy: Olivia Nassaris’s journey to CEO of Parkinson’s Australia
In Greek families, it is often expected that the children will care for their ageing parents. What is less common is for grandchildren to take on this role. In her …
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Kastellorizian Association of Victoria embarks on Greece tour to commemorate 100 Years
Next year, the Kastellorizian Association of Victoria plans to celebrate their 100th anniversary with a trip to Greece, embracing the beauty and culture of their ancestral homeland. The 14-day centenary …
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Is it possible to come back from the dead? Australia’s first body-freezing facility explores the boundaries of mortality
Freezing your body after death with the hope of coming back to life one day sounds like something out of a science fiction movie. Southern Cryonics, the first body-freezing facility …
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‘Thank You for Your Time’: Charissa Bossinakis laughs off internet trolls
Internet users can agree that online interactions can sometimes be toxic and strange. Charissa Bossinakis turns these personal experiences into comedy in her new show, “Thank You for Your Time” …
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Refugee advocate Helen Panopoulos calls for change
When Helen Panopoulos joined Refugee Action Collective, she thought it was a matter of “common sense” until Australia’s immigration detention policies, would be seen as illegal. Ten years later, she …
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Greek Australian comedians to spice up Australia’s comedy festivals
The funny season is back, and comedians are busy “cooking up” jokes for shows in the Melbourne and Sydney comedy festivals. Among them, Greek Australians will sprinkle a dash of …
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Kaliopi celebrates blueswomen for International Women’s Day
Women most get the blues, especially in a male-dominated music industry. Greek Australian blues artist Kaliopi Stavropoulos aims to shift that. The Greek Australian blues artist Kaliopi Stavropoulos who heads …
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Young volunteers: The driving force behind this year’s Antipodes Festival
This year, Antipodes Festival is powered by the energy and enthusiasm of the new generation, as over 40 volunteers – mainly third-generation Greek Australians – have stepped up to help …
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Antipodes Festival: An event that “transcends the Greek community”
Antipodes Festival, a cornerstone of the Greek community, returns this weekend on February 25 and 26, at Lonsdale Street, promising another unforgettable experience filled with music, dance, and culinary delights. …
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Constantine Costi’s musical comedy: A heartfelt journey through long lost loves and grey suede gloves
Constantine Costi uncovers the emotional layers using humour and musical storytelling in Long Lost Loves (and Grey Suede Gloves); a one-woman show he wrote and directed, set to tour nationwide …