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Tom Koutsantonis honours Greek National Day: ‘We Are Descendants of Heroes’
South Australian Minister Tom Koutsantonis delivered a powerful tribute to Greece’s struggle for independence against Ottoman colonial subjugation, which began 25 March, 1821. He highlighted the resilience and enduring spirit …
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Peter Dutton honours Greek Australian contributions in Greek Independence Day message
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has extended his best wishes to Greek Australians on the occasion of Greek Independence Day, March 25, 1821. He acknowledged the legacy of the Greek struggle …
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Greeks of Melbourne thanked for successful Greek National Day Parade
Victorian Council for Greek National Day has thanked the Greek community in Melbourne for supporting and attending the 2025 Greek National Day Parade on Sunday. Over 1,500 people participated and …
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‘You are a special people’ – Trump honours Greek Independence Day at the White House
United States President Donald Trump held a special event at the White House in honour of Greek Independence Day, standing alongside Archbishop Elpidophoros of America as he celebrated the significant …
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Archbishop Makarios of Australia message for Greek National Day
Archbishop Makarios of Australia has delivered his Greek National Day message, reflecting on “two freedoms”. In summary, Archbishop Makarios calls on the younger generations to draw lessons from their ancestors. …
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Sydney in store for major tribute show on Rebetiko icons Tsitsanis and Bellou
The Greek Festival of Sydney is all set to deliver a jam-packed evening of Greek Rebetiko music, courtesy of the band ‘Estudiantina of Melbourne’ and their tribute concert to legends …
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Kosta Barbarouses stars as New Zealand qualify for FIFA World Cup
Kosta Barbarouses has helped New Zealand return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years. Barbarouses scored one goal and assisted another as the Kiwi’s beat …
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Melbourne’s 25 March Parade through photos
Thousands of Greek Australians gathered in Melbourne on Sunday to commemorate the 204th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence, marking the occasion with a grand parade and cultural festivities. …
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Football Victoria CEO Chris Pehlivanis steps down to take on overseas opportunity
Football Victoria CEO Chris Pehlivanis has revealed he will step down from his role as he prepares for an exciting new opportunity abroad. Pehlivanis has led the organisation for just …
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Visiting Greek police moved by Melbourne’s students
Members of the Hellenic Police Athletic Association have come to Australia to participate in the celebrations of our National Day, getting moved by the city’s young Hellenes in the process. …