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Hellenic Club of Canberra seeks a review after being fined $1.2 million following death of pokies gambler
The Hellenic Club of Canberra has been fined $1.2 million and reprimanded for breaking gambling law after a regular of its poker machines took his own life. According to The …
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René Magritte: Surrealism’s mastermind takes centre stage in Sydney
The Art Gallery of New South Wales is hosting a major exhibition of the legendary Belgian surrealist René Magritte, but time is running out—this extraordinary showcase ends in February. This …
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Olympic silver medallist makes early Pipe Pro statement
Former champion Jack Robinson has pulled off one of the waves of the day at Banzai Pipeline as competition got underway in the World Surf League’s season-opening event in Hawaii. …
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Peter Makrillos signs with Macarthur in A-League
Macarthur Bulls have signed Peter Makrillos until the end of the 2024/25 A-League season. After seven years abroad, one of the most well-travelled Aussies is returning to Australia to play …
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Maria Callas Australian Society launches with special film screening in Melbourne
The Maria Callas Australian Society will officially launch on Sunday, 2 February in Melbourne, celebrating the legacy of the legendary Greek soprano who transformed opera. The event will take place …
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South Melbourne and Port Melbourne Sharks book their spot in Greek Community Cup Final
South Melbourne and Port Melbourne Sharks will face off in the Greek Community Cup Final this Saturday after both teams secured their places following hard-fought semi-final victories. The two sides …
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Adelaide celebrates Cypriot culture with Cyprus Festival this weekend
The Cyprus Festival is back in Adelaide this weekend, marking a decade of South Australia’s most vibrant celebration of Cypriot heritage. Organised by the Cyprus Community of South Australia Inc, …
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Trailblazer and advocate: Sofia Mastoris OAM passes away at 86
The Greek-Australian community is mourning the loss of Sofia Mastoris OAM, a pioneering leader and founding member of the Hellenic Women’s Federation of Victoria. Sofia, who passed away at the …
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Greek Community president meets new Consul General in Melbourne
The President of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), Bill Papastergiadis OAM, recently met with the new Consul General of Greece in Melbourne, Dimitra Georgantzoglou, following her assumption of duties. …
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George Kambosos Jr set for Sydney return on March 22
George Kambosos Jr, the former lightweight world champion, has announced his highly anticipated return to Sydney after eight years. The Greek Australian boxer will make his debut in the 140-pound …