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Coroner finds former partner responsible for the death of Gold Coast influencer Ivona Jovanovic
A Queensland coroner has found that Gold Coast influencer Ivona Jovanovic was fatally shot by her former partner, Christos Panagakos, in what has been ruled an accidental shooting at his …
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Macquarie Greek Studies Foundation confirms Ioannina study partnership as AGM enters new chapter
The Macquarie Greek Studies Foundation held its 2025 AGM with matters discussed including an exciting collaboration that will allow students to study at the University of Ioannina. The Foundation had …
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British tourist dies on sun lounger in Skiathos
A British tourist was found dead on his sun lounger while on holiday in Skiathos. The 73-year-old man was discovered on a beach in Agia Paraskevi, Skiathos this past Friday …
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What’s On end of June – early July: Explore Greek culture through art, music, language and history
VIC PAINT & SIP: THE GREEK HOUSE Join a vibrant painting session at Ladder Art Space in Kew and be transported to idyllic Greek scapes and colours. Whether you’re a …
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Why Greece ranks among NATO’s biggest defence spenders
At first glance, the sun drenched Mediterranean haven, might not stand out as a major military spender. Yet, in 2024, it ranked among the top five NATO countries in terms …
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Inside the chaos and calm at Qatar Airways after airspace crisis
Earlier this week Qatar Airways was forced to suspend global operations after a missile strike triggered an unprecedented closure of Qatari airspace, plunging one of the world’s busiest airlines into …
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Melbourne’s Chris Christofi raises $400K for homeless, sets CEO sleepout record
Melbourne entrepreneur Chris Christofi has raised $400,000 in this year’s Vinnies CEO Sleepout, bringing his lifetime total to more than $1.2 million and making him the highest fundraiser in the …
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Greek Australian man faces court over alleged rape of employee
Andrew Varigos, a former owner and marketing manager of Love Machine nightclub, has faced court over allegations he repeatedly raped and assaulted a female employee. The 38-year-old has been charged …
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Lesvos Food Fest returns to share the island’s tastes and traditions
Lesvos is gearing up to once again host one of its most significant cultural events in the Lesvos Food Fest. The 2025 edition (and sixth overall) will take place from …
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Espionage suspect arrested in Crete after surveillance of US Souda Bay base
A 26-year-old man was arrested in Crete on Sunday after allegedly scouting the US naval and air base at Souda Bay, in what local media and Reuters have described as …