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Children’s films scarce in South East Europe, finds Thessaloniki International Film Festival study
The Thessaloniki International Film Festival conducted a large-scale study into children’s cinema in Southeast Europe. The study, titled “Films for Kids in Southeast Europe: The State of Play”, focuses on …
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Screen Australia responds to reasons why there are less Greeks on Australian screens
Screen Australia, the Federal Government’s key funding body for the Australian screen production industry found that Greek and Italians were significantly underrepresented on film. Its 2016 ‘Seeing Ourselves’ study showed …
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Are Cypriot wine varieties the answer to Australia’s climate change crisis?
Clashing viewpoints show that climate change continues to be a contested issue among experts, politicians and the general public. But for those working across Australia whose livelihood depends on nature’s …
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Chronicling the diaspora’s stories: a tribute to Helen Nickas and Owl Publishing
A few months ago, my dear friend and colleague Helen Nickas quietly informed me that she was officially wrapping up her publishing house, Owl Publishing. Although I knew that she …
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Letter: When were Greeks cool?
As I read the headline – ‘Why aren’t Greeks cool anymore?’ – I tried hard to think when during my lifetime were we of Greek origin ever considered cool. Well, …
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Iconic Arsakeio arcade to house traditional Greek cuisine
The Arsakeio arcade, located in downtown Athens between Panepistimiou and Stadiou avenues, is one of the most iconic buildings of Athens. A major property lease agreement signed on Tuesday will …
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Immigration Museum may no longer be a space for immigrants
On July 19, a small report appeared in the Herald Sun on the proposed name change for the Immigration Museum to Museum of Shared Humanity. The Immigration Museum began life …
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WHAT’S ON Guide: Greek-inspired events across Australia, 25 July onward
VIC OPEN SEMINAR: GREEK FOLK SONGS: THE BRIDGE OF ARTA This Thursday, 25 July head to the Greek Centre (168 Lonsdale St, Melbourne) to see Dr Stephie Nikoloudis give a …
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Blind muso Paul Kapeleris receives standing ovation on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’
Australia’s Got Talent begins on Sunday and it’s bound to be the most exciting season to date. Amongst the many talents and prodigies that participate and battle it out for …
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Australian who designed recycling scheme for refugee camps in Greece makes Forbes ‘30 under 30’ list
Australian designer HY William Chan has made Forbes magazine’s ’30 Under 30 – Asia’ list under the ‘Industry, Manufacturing and Energy’ subcategory. The latest project led by Mr Chan, who …