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An intubated Peter Jasonides is fighting COVID-19 from the ICU
One of the most active members of the Greek Community, Pontian Peter Jasonides is fighting the big fight with coronavirus. The news was shared by Jasonides himself, who wanted to …
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George Ligouris – Melbourne’s century old teenager
Born in Messinia, Greece in 1922, the year of the Asia Minor Catastrophe, his eyes have definitely seen a lot. George Ligouris emigrated to Australia in 1967, another tough year …
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Australia records 47 deaths as government offers free rapid tests today
As Victoria records 11,695 new COVID-19 cases today, marking the lowest figure since 2 January, medical experts are calling for at least some elective surgeries to resume in the state. …
City now set sights on Victory after cruising past Central Coast
Melbourne City has ascended into second position after a brilliant performance against Central Coast, leaving them only one point behind crosstown rivals Melbourne Victory. The reigning premiers earned a relatively …
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Father, victim of robbery jailed for accidentally killing the wrong man
Tony Panagiotou, 59, was sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty for manslaughter in the Supreme Court of Victoria. With time served, Panagiotou will be eligible for parole …
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Australia classified as ‘COVID-danger zone’ by Europe – travel bans may apply
Due to the vast spread of the Omicron variant the European Council advised member states to block visitors from Australia, classifying the country a “COVID danger zone”. This comes as …
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Geoffrey Edelsten leaves $300,000 to his friend Lewi Karalis
Businessman Geoffrey Edelsten passed away in June last year, but his last wishes continue to cause drama following the opening of his will. The medical entrepreneur who was known for …
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Christian Porter and barrister Sue Chrysanthou to pay $430,200 in legal costs
Christian Porter’s high-profile advocate Jo Dyer, has been awarded $430,000 in costs after the federal court forced the former attorney general’s barrister to stand down during an ABC defamation case. …
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Bill Papas’ luxurious waterfront holiday doesn’t make expected sale price
Soccer tycoon Bill Papas’ home in Rozelle re-entered the market last week, as part of his assets being liquidated following fraud allegations against him. Papas has been in Greece since …
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Changes to testing requirements for international travellers entering Australia
The Australian Government has made changes to the requirements for pre-departure testing when it comes to international arrivals to Australia. In order to provide more flexibility for visa holders or …