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Greece to request €1.2 billion in EU loans for defence procurement, PM Mitsotakis says
Greece will formally request €1.2 billion (approx. AUD 1.95 billion) in low-interest loans from the European Union on Tuesday, earmarked for defense procurement, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced. “Our government …
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New “Order for Return of Leased Property” allows out-of-court evictions
A streamlined legal process for landlords to reclaim rental properties is set to come into force in January 2026. As reported by Greece’s public broadcaster ERT, the reform introduces a …
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Sakkari through to second round in Montreal
Maria Sakkari will face Jessica Pegula in the second round at the Canadian Open after she edged past home country wildcard Carson Branstine in a tense three-set battle. Sakkari, currently …
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Berries snap winless run against Dulwich Hill
Canterbury-Bankstown FC emerged victorious in a home clash against Dulwich Hill to snap their ten-game winless streak. The Berries defeated their opponents in a tight 1-0 game at their home …
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Outrage in Greece as Zakynthos nightclub holds X-rated ‘chocolate-licking’ contest with revellers ‘simulating sex acts’ on stage
A nightclub on the Greek island of Zakynthos — or Zante, as it’s known among British tourists — has sparked national outrage after footage emerged of a so-called ‘chocolate-licking’ contest, …
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Head of Cypriot Presidency’s Administration visits Holy Archdiocese of Australia
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia played host to Andreas Gregoriou, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment and Head of the Cypriot Presidency’s Administration at …
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“I do not forget” – Sydney honours anniversary of the Invasion of Cyprus
A large gathering of Sydney’s Greek Cypriots and Greeks came together in unity at the Cenotaph in Martin Place to mark the 51st anniversary of the Turkish Invasion of Cyprus. …
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Protests in Rhodes as Israeli cruise ship docks amid Gaza War tensions
Tensions flared on the Greek island of Rhodes on Monday as riot police clashed with demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza during the docking of an Israeli cruise ship, according …
Greece seeks €1.2 billion EU loan to fast-track defence upgrades under ‘Achilles Shield’ plan
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has revealed Greece’s intention to apply for €1.2 billion in loans under the European Union’s SAFE program, with the goal of accelerating defence upgrades. Athens is …
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AGAPI Care celebrated with Enablement Award
AGAPI Care has been recognised with an Enablement Award for the sixth consecutive year. The organisation has been honoured with an award for “The Most Innovative Community Service Provider”, its …