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AHEPA kicks off carnival season with masquerade fundraiser [PHOTOS]
It’s carnival (apokries) time and the AHEPA chapter Defkalion celebrated the occasion with a fundraiser on Saturday, February 16. Apart from having a good time, $5,000 was raised to support …
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Sydney beats to the tune of the 37th Greek Festival
The growth of the Greek Festival of Sydney over the last 37 years is linked to the evolution of the Greek community of NSW in recent years. One of the …
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First Person: Volunteer at the Greek Festival for a “unique and fun experience”
Growing up I’d pass through the Lonsdale Street Greek Festival in awe of the magnitude of the celebration; the vibrant atmosphere, delicious smelling food, and large crowds of people from …
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WWE signs rights deal with Greek broadcaster SKAI
Good news for wrestling fans in Greece. American entertainment company WWE has signed a rights deal with Greece’s commercial broadcaster, SKAI Group. Announced on Monday, the agreed deal covers its flagship …
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Grape Festival at Panagia Koumariani, a huge success [PHOTOGRAPHS]
There was music, dance and wine at the Grape Festival held by Father Lefteris at Panagia Koumariani, Red Hill. People from all ages gathered to partake in the numerous festivities …
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‘The Favourite’ celebrates seven wins at BAFTA, but ‘Roma’ gets Best Film
The British film industry celebrated the 72nd British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday. Yorgos Lanthimos’ dark period film, The Favourite, dominated proceedings with seven …
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Church festivities aplenty on Sunday
Saint Haralambos The parish of Saint Haralambos will be celebrating the church’s feast on Sunday. There will be a joyful atmosphere at the church with events hosted outside following the …
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Seventies heart-throb John Tikis remembered in ‘Your Face Sounds Familiar’ [VIDEO]
In last week’s episode of the Greek TV show, Your Face Sounds Familiar, the spotlight was cast on John Tikis. The heart-throb from the Seventies could match Elvis in style …
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Manasis dancers swirled as Melbourne sweltered [PHOTOGRAPHS]
Last weekend, whilst Melbourne sweltered through yet another heat wave and most Melburnians flocked to the nearest beach or pool, the Manasis senior dancers were determined to proceed with their …
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Lemnian youth take centre stage [PHOTOS]
The Lemnian Community of Melbourne hosted a highly successful ‘Tavern Night’ last Saturday. More than 250 people gathered at the Vogue Ballroom to feast on delicious Greek food and celebrate …