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Greek community mourns the passing of Giorgos Karantonis
Another member of the first generation of Greek migrants in Australia has passed away. Giorgos Karantonis, well-known within Melbourne’s Greek community, was a distinguished figure for decades due to his …
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Sydney celebrates high-achieving HSC students of Greek in 2024
The stellar results of Sydney’s HSC students of Modern and Classical Greek were the source of celebration this past weekend as they were honoured among friends, family and special guests …
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Basil Zempilas secures WA election win as questions raised if he will seek Liberal leadership
Greek-Australian politician and former Perth mayor, Basil Zempilas, has won the seat of Churchlands in Western Australia’s state election, positioning himself as a potential contender for the Liberal Party leadership. …
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Tsitsipas cruises past Wild at Indian Wells, surpasses $34 million in career earnings
Stefanos Tsitsipas continued his strong run at the Indian Wells Masters in California, securing a comfortable 6-2, 6-4 victory over Brazil’s Thiago Wild (World No. 91). The Greek star, currently …
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Moomba Festival Parade to light up Melbourne on Monday with Greek participation
Victoria will enjoy a public holiday on Monday for Moomba Day, with Melbourne’s city center set to host the festival’s iconic parade. The annual event, featuring hundreds of floats and …
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Kolyvas family reunion brings together over 100 members in Melbourne
More than 100 members of the Kolyvas family, one of the largest Greek families in Australia, recently gathered for a heartfelt reunion at Stars International in Melbourne. The event was …
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Tennis star Andriana Petrakis awarded $10K scholarship at Woman of the Year Awards
Andriana Petrakis, leading PWII tennis player, has been awarded The Advertiser Foundation Young Achiever scholarship at the The Advertiser Sunday Mail SkyCity Woman of the Year Awards 2025. The scholarship …
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Kyrgios retires hurt in major comeback blow
Nick Kyrgios’ comeback has suffered another major blow after retiring from his first-round ATP Tour match at Indian Wells. Kyrgios trailed Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 7-6 (9-7) 3-0 in …
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Greek Women of the Northern Suburbs ‘Anemones’ honour Sofia Mastoris OAM on International Women’s Day
The Greek Women of the Northern Suburbs ‘Anemones’ marked International Women’s Day with a heartfelt tribute to the late Sofia Mastoris OAM, who passed away on 28 January. Held on …
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Penny Wong and Ged Kearney visit Fronditha Care, praise strong community spirit
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong and Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care Ged Kearney visited Fronditha Care’s Thornbury facility, where they were welcomed by President Kostas Livadaras, Secretary Jim …