Maria A. Kampyli
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Christina Vithoulkas reclaims joy behind the wheel
Almost seven years ago, Christina Vithoulkas’ life changed in a split second. A motocross jump miscalculated by just seconds left her with a shattered spine and paralysis from the chest …
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From family table to national shelves: Olympian Foods marks 25 years of Greek tradition
It all began in 1999, with a handful of traditional recipes and a whole lot of heart. Driven by nostalgia for the flavours of home and a deep sense of …
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From silent struggles to homes of hope: Andrew Alexander’s mission of care
Andrew Alexander, an accomplished lawyer, says he is committed to the community, as part of his core value, and heritage. With degrees in law, public policy, education and business administration, …
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Three siblings reconnect with their roots through Greek language
For the Tzirkallis siblings—Michalis, Andreas and Artemis—Greek is more than just a language. It is the voice of their grandparents, the stories of their great-grandmother Chrystalla from Cyprus, the melodies …
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‘Speak Greek in March’ – Ten years of struggle for our language in the Diaspora
Mike Zafiropoulos, the man behind the “Speak Greek in March” campaign reflects on ten years of the initiative, shedding light on its successes, challenges, and the future of the Greek …
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Carol Fraser: The Australian woman with a Greek heart
Some people are born into a culture, while others choose it. Carol Fraser is one such person—an Australian who embraced Hellenism so deeply that it became an inseparable part of …
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My Mother’s Meal’: Alexandra Vakitsidou brings together tradition and philanthropy in a meal of solidarity
The charity event My Mother’s Meal took place last Sunday, offering a unique blend of gastronomy, tradition, and generosity to those in need. The initiative was spearheaded by Alexandra Vakitsidou, …
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Breaking free from the trauma bonds of gender violence
The following story is part of Neos Kosmos’s campaign to raise awareness on domestic violence. Electra (not her real name) is 58 years old, a mother of five children, a …
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New theatrical production brings Makriyannis’s memoirs to life
The Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria is set to debut a theatrical production inspired by the memoirs of General Ioannis Makriyannis. Directed and performed by Jeremy Artis, the …
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The Greek professor who spearheaded a novel drug for schizophrenia
Professor Arthur (Athanasios) Christopoulos, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Monash University, is at the centre of a significant discovery that promises to bring radical changes to the …