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GACL unveils its Kids’ school holidays program
Term 2 of the GACL (Greek-Australian Cultural League) Kids online art and culture program kicks off during the school holidays on 29 June with a paper weaving activity. Penelope and …
GACL extends submission date for literary competition and Antipodes periodical
The date for submissions to the Greek Australian Cultural League’s (GACL) Literary Competition and for its periodical Antipodes has been extended to Friday, 23 July. The literary competition comprises of …
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George Tsalikis leaves Melbourne due to coronavirus
George Tsalikis has been in Australia over the past few weeks, where he quarantined and performed some much awaited concerts for the Greek community. Having already given some sensational live …
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Study in Greece Masters of the week: The MBA International of the Athens University of Economics and Business
The online portal Study in Greece is campaigning to draw international students to Greek Universities by touting the advantages of studying in the country. In its bid to draw more …
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A marriage and a pandemic – A lesson of inspiration in the face of adversity
On Sunday 23 May 2021 at 1pm, John and Georgia tied the knot, united by faith, love, and strength of character. The wedding took place at the Greek Orthodox church …
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A different type of veteran: New Zealand film maker John Irwin on the ANZAC trail in Greece
In 1989, New Zealand filmmaker John Irwin travelled to Athens and Crete to visit former Greek classmates from the London International Film School. The visit ‘to see a couple of …
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Newlyweds finally took their first dance after a fire and a pandemic halted them
Artemis and Shaun Barker are another couple who battled a multitude of issues before they could climb the steps of the church. Last Saturday, 21 May, at Carlton’s St John’s …
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‘Disappointment’ as Dimitris Basis concert is postponed due to Melbourne’s lockdown
Stuttgart-born Dimitris Basis, in Australia for the celebration of the Bicentennial of the Greek Revolution, was to have performed in Melbourne on 29 May, however his presentation of uplifting songs …
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Wandering Greek chef finds many olive oils for his dishes, and shares gourmet recipe
From Athens to Paris, from Kalamata to Santorini and Samos, Greek Chef de Cuisine Vassilis Alexiou has sought out the best products and producers. Connecting with farmers, he identified his …
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Fresh produce of Australia’s seas at centre of popular Queen Vic market stall’s fare
For Kostas (Kon) Giannoukas and his son, Savva, the working day begins at 3.30am because that is the time when they are out buying fresh Australian sea food from the …