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This Greek Australian father is trying to combat isolation among autistic adults
Steve Drakoulis’ son George was diagnosed with autism at two-and-a-half. At that stage, the father of two knew next to nothing about autism. “All you know is that it’s supposed …
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The olive tree: a timeless symbol of the Greek world
Over 250 people turned out for the theatre production staged by Zenon Greek Language School at South Oakleigh College on Friday, 22 November. The performance was part of the 2019 …
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Teachers launch new 24 book series for Greek language learning in Australia
New and exciting educational material was launched at Alphington Grammar on Sunday for teaching and learning the Modern Greek language. The material, conceptualised and developed by three teachers, Ourania Papageorgiou, …
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Minos Kalokairinos: the man who discovered Knossos
Knossos is the site of the most important and better known palace of Minoan civilisation. It is located in a prominent position on Kefala Hill, 6 km. southeast of Herakleion, …
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New Leda and Swan fresco unveiled to the public on ancient Pompeii site
The Ancient Greek legend of Leda the Aetolian princess being ravished by the Zeus in the form of a swan has inspired many works of art over the ages. Most …
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Top 10 Greek Australian chefs to know
Jonathan Barthelmess The Greek Australian has established himself as one of the country’s most exciting chefs and restaurateurs, recognised by esteemed publications the likes of Good Food, The Australian, Monocle …
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Agios Stylianos, protector saint of children: Happy Name Day to Stylianos, Styliani, Stelios, Stella, Tellis and more!
The name Stelios, Stella and Stylianos are celebrated by the Greek Orthodox Church on 26 November in honour of Agios Stylianos. The saint was born in Paflagonia at the time …
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Australian Philhellene sheds light on the Battle of Crete
“The battle for Crete was at once the most modern and the most ancient of wars.” With those words, Brisbane-born Professor Peter Monteath introduces the readers to his new book …
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Dimitria-Sister Cities Festival celebrates 35-year bridge between Thessaloniki and Melbourne
Melbourne and Thessaloniki have been sister cities since 20 March 1984 when the former mayor of Thessaloniki Theocharis Manavis came to Melbourne to participate in the twinning ceremony that linked …
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Agia Aikaterini’s feast day is today: Happy Name Day to Catherine, Kate, Katia, Katerina and others
Today is the feast day of Agia Aikaterini from Alexandria, one of the most well-known saints of Greek Orthodoxy who became a martyr in 305 AD. Saint Catherine was a …