Zoe Thomaidou
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Nick Giannopoulos on why ‘Wog Life’ is your final chance to see him live on stage
Whether a fan of his comedy or not, anyone of Greek – in fact non-Anglo – background raised in post-war Australia has reasons to acknowledge Nick Giannopoulos’ work. The comedian …
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Melbourne couple turn Greek family recipe of early 1800s to award-winning business
How many family gatherings can you recall with ouzo and meze on the table? Partners in life Jim Koutsougeras and Eleni Lambropoulos can count between them dozens of them. “Ouzo …
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‘No lead’ on Australian fugitive murder suspect James Dalamangas, says Greek police
The clock is ticking for the search of James Dalamangas’ whereabouts in Greece, where Australian authorities believe the wanted fugitive is “still currently residing” since 1999. But Greek police say …
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Kostas Efepoulos, a Greek Australian bullying victim writes empathetic anthem about SYRIZA’s leader
Greek Australian Kostas Efepoulos, living in Greece, has many life accomplishments to be proud of. Efepoulos’ day job is as a school PE teacher in Patra. He also volunteers to …
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‘Workplace hero’ Theo, who won court against Qantas, made Australia home as a Greek migrant
In a first-ever criminal prosecution against Qantas, the NSW District Court handed down a verdict this month, ruling that the airline illegally stood down Theo Seremetidis over health and safety …
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The golden oil may become unaffordable
If you use olive oil ‘the Greek way’ in abundance and directly from the source, you must have felt the pinch of prices rising throughout 2023, particularly in the last …
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End of an era for Melbourne’s iconic world music venue, Bar Oussou
The much loved Bar Oussou, which has carved out a reputation for live world music in Melbourne’s inner-west will close, announced owner Mary Sitarenos . “It was a huge decision, …
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Greek Melbournian junior gymnast to represent Team Australia internationally
For any parent, the feeling of their child being accomplished can be a justified manifestation of unconditional love and admiration, regardless of external validation. However, in the case of Olina …
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Helen Zahos, the compassionate Gold Coast nurse, is recognised with ‘Everyday Heroes’ award
Close to 150 people attended the Everyday Heroes Awards last Friday in Brisbane. Organised by the QBANK financial institution for the past nine years, the awards honour Queenslanders who serve …
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The shifting tides of Sydney’s inner city Greek enclaves: From working-class to gentrified and expensive gems
Marrickville, Earlwood and Parramatta constituted what once were Sydney’s Hellenic hubs, where many post-war Greek immigrants settled during the mass chain migration between 1957 and 1975. However, these once working-class …