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Embracing Footscray’s Hellenism major mural in Yewers Street laneway
On Friday, July 21, Footscray’s Yewers Street burst to life when GYG organised an event, inviting the public to meet the people behind Footscray’s Hellenism project, and bear witness to …
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Melvournis’ Greek coffee showcased for the first time at Coffee Expo in Athens
In June, Athens hosted this year’s World of Coffee at Metropolitan Expo, with the Australian-Greek coffee brand, MELVOURNI, making its first-ever appearance. Organised by the Specialty Coffee Association, the annual …
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Footscray’s Hidden Hellenism Unveiled: The remarkable journey of Conways and the Goulas Family
Conway’s Fishing Trading, a cornerstone of Footscray’s Greek community for five decades, stands as an enduring institution in the western suburbs. The Goulas family, at the helm of Conway’s, have …
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Unveiling Footscray’s Greek Legacy: The extraordinary life of Thomas Papadopoulos
During the 1960s to 1990s, Thomas (Tom) Papadopoulos emerged as a prominent figure, whose contributions were instrumental in shaping the cultural landscape of Footscray and reinforcing the community’s cultural identity. …
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Lazarou’s discovery offers new hope for Parkinson’s’ disease
Understanding the inner workings of a complex system is vital for finding effective solutions, whether it’s a mechanic repairing an engine, or researchers seeking treatments for neurological disorders like Parkinson’s …
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Revolutionising therapy: Stasism unleashes empowerment for people with disabilities
Traditional physical therapy can often feel monotonous, unexciting – just plain boring. But what if therapy exercises became engaging, more entertaining, blurring the line between play and therapy. Stasism, a …
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Unveiling Footscray’s lost Hellenism: Greek heritage presented by a major mural
Dean Kotsianis, Peter Giasoumis and their Greek Youth Generator (GYG) team are ready to brighten up Footscray with their Greek-inspired mural, adding another chapter to the suburb’s rich historic cultural …
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‘One of my best concerts ever’: Argiros wowed Melbourne fans
After rocking Sydney fans last week and Adelaide on Friday, Konstantinos Argiros concluded his Australian tour in Melbourne with a bang. “This is one of my best concerts ever,” the …
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Singers Maria Maroulis and Christina Koletsa reunite in Melbourne after achieving third-place on Greece’s Asia Express reality show
Through sheer determination and teamwork Greek Australian singer Maria Maroulis and Greek laika (pop-folk) singer Christina Koletsa, secured the third place in the finals of Greece’s reality show Asia Express. …
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Artemis Ioannides’ revives Greece’s Golden Era through Greek jazz aesthetics
Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of Greek music arts and fashion during the 60s and 70s, as Artemis Ioannides’ “Greek Jazz,” graces the stage of Melbourne’s …