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Elly Symons: “We may see the Parthenon Marbles in Athens as early as 2026”

Greek-Australian Elly Symons (née Agrotis), Vice President of the Australian Committee for the Reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures, has expressed renewed optimism that the long-awaited return of the Parthenon Marbles …

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Oinousses: The well-kept island secret off the coast of Chios

Discover Oinousses, a hidden island near Chios with rich maritime history, stunning views, and authentic Greek charm, as explored by Billy Cotsis
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Pioneering TV chef Peter Russell-Clarke dies aged 89

Renowned cook Peter Russell-Clarke, who became of one Australia’s first celebrity chefs in the 1980s, has died peacefully aged 89. Chef, artist, writer, illustrator and author Peter Russell-Clarke is being …

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Finding the Mani and Patrick Leigh Fermor in Melbourne

Historian Jim Claven shares the moving story of Mani's WWII legacy, ANZAC ties, and Patrick Leigh Fermor's enduring connection to Greece and Australia
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NPL Victoria Men: Heidelberg United surge back to winning ways

Heidelberg United, under the stewardship of John Anastasiadis, returned to their winning ways with a commanding performance against Altona Magic. The “yellow and blacks” ventured to Altona with one goal …

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Man arrested over fire on Greek island of Evia

A 52-year-old man has been arrested on the Greek island of Evia, accused of starting the fire that devastated part of the island between Friday evening and Saturday morning, firefighters …

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Tsitsipas facing off-court crisis, says coach: ‘Tennis is the least of his problems’

Just days after publicly criticising his player’s fitness, Goran Ivanišević has doubled down with fresh comments about Stefanos Tsitsipas’ struggles — both on and off the court. The Croatian coach, …

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Greece on high alert as heat and wind fuel fire outbreaks

A new fire broke out on Friday near the Greek capital, Athens, as the country was put on high alert for wildfires due to increased temperatures and strong winds. Thousands …

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Greek Family Story Time turns one: A celebration of language, culture and connection

Greek Family Story Time marks its first anniversary this Saturday, July 5, with special sessions at the Northcote Library and the Oakleigh Maternal and Child Hub. The bilingual storytelling initiative …

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PM puts lid on GST hikes, pledges boost for business

The prime minister has trimmed expectations Australia’s goods and services tax could be raised as part of a suite of changes that includes lower income taxes. While he did not …

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Smart Traveller issues warning for Greece amid summer wildfires and heatwaves

Australians planning a trip to Greece this summer are being urged to stay alert, as Smart Traveller issues updated advice due to extreme weather and safety concerns across the popular …

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California’s largest wildfire explodes in size

A wildfire in a wilderness area of central California has exploded in size as dry, hot weather raise the fire risk for large portions of the state ahead of the …

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Who is to blame? From 4,234 Greek language students, only 196 reached VCE in 2023

At a pivotal moment for the future of the Greek language in Victorian schools, alarming new data has surfaced. According to the most recent quarterly report from the Department of …

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Thousands evacuated as Greek, Turkish wildfires rage

Officials on the southern Greek island of Crete evacuated thousands of people from wildfires, while two people died in neighbouring Turkey as fires took hold in the western province of …

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Evacuations as wildfire rages on Greek island of Crete

A fast-moving wildfire whipped by gale-force winds burned through the night on Greece’s southern island of Crete, prompting the evacuation of more than 1500 people from hotels and homes. The …

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