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The lifelong bond of philhellene artist Michael Winters with Greece
At a time when Greeks were arriving in Australia en masse aboard the ‘Patris’, in search for a better future, Michael Winters, a young, recently graduated artist born in Frankston, …
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George Kapeleris: Battling Parkinson’s through art at 83
With a unique manner of creativity, George Kapeleris, honoured the Dormition of the Theotokos (Assumption) by crafting an epitaph art piece, adorned with vibrant floral arrangements and intricate designs. The …
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15 August: Unveiling the mystique of Panagia Evangelistria Monastery in Skiathos
It is something to behold. The Holy Monastery of Panagia Evangelistria in Skiathos is enveloped in lush green trees and guided by a sweeping view of the ocean. The Monastery …
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Shining the spotlight on women’s sport uneven media coverage
Following Matilda’s triumphant victory against Denmark, a forum titled The World Cup, Women’s Sport, and Journalism: Where to From Here was held at SMFC Lakeside Stadium on Tuesday, August 8. …
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A glorious sight – The Lemnos days of Tasmania’s Private Roland Newitt
As we approach the annual Lemnos Gallipoli Memorial service in Albert Park to be held on 12th August, it was fortuitous that a few weeks ago I had the pleasure …
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Greek born Australian mentoring the next generation of scientists
Greek Australian Professor Maria Forsyth AM from Deakin University has been named a finalist for the Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Outstanding Mentor of Young Researchers. Forsyth is one of …
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Elizabeth Sidiropoulos: one of Victoria’s pioneering female police officers to hang up the blue uniform after 35 years of dedicated service
Tuesday, August 1, was no ordinary morning for Elizabeth Sidiropoulos at the Forest Hill Police Station for the Victorian police officer as her colleagues and friends gathered to honour and …
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Greco-Japanese dance collaboration unites cultures
Nicole Kiriakidis had made all arrangements for her husband’s 50th birthday celebration. “She asked me a year ago whether I prefer to have a party or a holiday.” George Kiriakidis …
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Hellenic culinary pageant at centre stage at Queen Victoria Night Market’s Winter Wonderland
Wednesday nights, at the Queen Victoria Night Market is a winter wonderland as the sheds are illuminated in blue and white snowflake lights for Christmas in July. I was surprised …
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Footscray’s Hidden Hellenism Unveiled: The remarkable journey of Conways and the Goulas Family
Conway’s Fishing Trading, a cornerstone of Footscray’s Greek community for five decades, stands as an enduring institution in the western suburbs. The Goulas family, at the helm of Conway’s, have …