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In memory of Nondas (Peter) Tsitas, a friend of many
The sense of loss of my dear friend Nondas and the inevitable grief that follows prompted me to write this short note as a contribution to the memory of his …
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Albanese’s reshuffle a missed opportunity
ACCORDING to Anthony Albanese, he went for a substantial reshuffle to his frontbench to “get the most out of Labor”. True, Albanese shuffled more individuals than Scott Morrison did but …
How China’s Belt and Road Initiative is changing cities – and threatening communities
The ancient Silk Road was a historical network of trade routes stretching from China to Europe. It was established around 2,000 years ago, during the Han Dynasty – often considered …
Opinion: How can giagia and pappou support a younger generation of Greeks to preserve our culture in Australia?
As we all follow the natural progression of life, we find ourselves passing on knowledge and cultural customs as we welcome new generations into the world. For many young Greek-Australians, …
Euphrates’ sister, lore of bridges from Arta and Assyria
Some months after our wedding, my wife and I were driving in the car listening to Assyrian music. A particularly jaunty tune engaged my attention and I asked: “What is …
Planning on running a marathon? Sports dietitian gives long-distance running advice
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to run a marathon? Or perhaps you’ve conquered a marathon and want to take on an even longer event? Your diet is crucial …
Greeks and Jews: a shared history
For us in Australia it’s a pity that International Holocaust Remembrance Day falls on 27 January. Just after Australia Day – a challenging marker for our First Nation’s people. Most …
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‘Why now?’ because it is better late than never
Olympian Sofia Bekatorou spoke up about sexual abuse in sport and others followed suit in a #metiSofia movement, sparking Greece’s own #metoo as women from all walks of life remembered …
The disunited states of Australia
So we have all been told… we are one and free! Bollocks. It was New Year’s Eve and Victorians were (rightly) preparing to celebrate their hard earned ‘freedom’. After a …
Dj Krazy Kon’s high energy anniversary compilation fires up dance desires
It is 17 years since DJ Krazy Kon came upon the idea to bring together the music from in Greece’s hottest young acts in a compilation that will get people …