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Footscray’s Hidden Hellenism revealed
Last Saturday, the inauguration of the “Hidden Hellenism of Footscray” mural on Yewers Street in Footscray was celebrated in front of 200 local Greek Australians and others. What began as …
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George Kapeleris: Battling Parkinson’s through art at 83
With a unique manner of creativity, George Kapeleris, honoured the Dormition of the Theotokos (Assumption) by crafting an epitaph art piece, adorned with vibrant floral arrangements and intricate designs. The …
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Shining the spotlight on women’s sport uneven media coverage
Following Matilda’s triumphant victory against Denmark, a forum titled The World Cup, Women’s Sport, and Journalism: Where to From Here was held at SMFC Lakeside Stadium on Tuesday, August 8. …
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Dimitra Chatzileontiadou: Our research uncovered the first genetic link with asymptomatic COVID infection
During the pandemic, a baffling mystery remained at the forefront of people’s thoughts, leaving almost everyone, pondering the same question: why do some COVID-positive cases have symptoms while others, known …
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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 …