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Reconnecting wrestling to the Greeks, one bodyslam at a time
The Peloponnesian War of 431 BC – 404 BC between the warring Greek city states of Athens and Sparta over supremacy in Greece, was the metaphor for the battle between …
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Greeks in Sudan: Influence, struggle, and endurance
The presence of Greeks in Sudan dates back to the first quarter of the 19th century when Greek doctors and engineers followed the Egyptian campaign to conquer Sudan that took …
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The Battle of Chaeronea at the Museum of Cycladic Art
One of the most important historical events of Greek antiquity – the battle of Chaeronea that brought Alexander the Great onto the political stage and laid the foundations for the …
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Canto General stirs the crowd at Melbourne’s restored Solidarity Hall
There is nothing better than to be witness to a great musical performance, where the words and music of a great piece of music are joined together by enthusiastic singers …
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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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Elena Rapti: Greek Diaspora and all-year-round tourism is a priority for Tourism Deputy Minister
Elena Rapti, Deputy Minister of Tourism, is a Thessaloniki native who entered the political arena as a local government councillor in 1998 and evolved through multiple re-elections and pivotal roles …
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Scientist turned Wiggle, meet the Greek playing bouzouki for The Wiggles
For as long as he can remember, Nikos Filippatos has been involved with music. His father played the guitar and sang traditional Kefalonian songs that mesmerised young Nikos. That led …
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Christmas: Not “the most wonderful time of the year” for all Greek Australians
As the new year approaches, a lingering light permeates the atmosphere, both literally and metaphorically, spreading feelings of hope and joy, since for many, Christmas is a holiday synonymous with …
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Gift Guide: Discover the essence of gift-giving
Neos Kosmos knows that the best gifts are those wrapped in agape, not expense. That’s why we’re highlighting some fantastic Greek treasures from our Greek community business partners, showcasing everything …
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A generous gift preserving the history of Anzacs on Lemnos during World War I
Important and unique historical documentation supporting the role of Lemnos in Australia’s Gallipoli campaign was recently donated and accepted into the archival collection of Melbourne’s State Library of Victoria. The …