Australia
Demand for Greek-style coffee rises among Australia’s foodies
Everyone has been going on about the benefits of Greek diet but what is seldom mentioned is that Greek coffee itself has some amazing health benefits for the heart and …
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International travel unlikely for Australians until at least the end of 2022
The Federal government dealt a blow to Australians hoping for a speedy return to international travel. Australia’s Finance Minister Simon Birmingham warned that, despite the rollout of the vaccine, it …
Alex Lykos takes on 12 personas in his one-man play “Jawbone”
Thanks to COVID-19 the arts suffered more than most in 2020. It was a year of isolation and reflection and Sydney playwright, director/actor Alex Lykos used that time creatively and …
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Bentleigh, Port and South Melbourne move into next round of FFA Cup
South Melbourne held its collective nerve during the penalty shootout to come out winners in theirFootball Federation Australia (FFA) Cup Round 5 match against the Knights. The hosts held their …
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Marino Sotiropoulos, one of four linked to kidnap of cricket star Stuart MacGill
Marino Sotiropoulos, 46, was one of four men arrested by New South Wales police in the early hours of yesterday (5 May) morning who is believed to be linked to …
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Government ramps up construction blitz in Preston
The state government is ramping up efforts to remove four dangerous and congested level crossings in Preston with a construction blitz said to take place along the Mernda line. Crews are …
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Georgina Papafotiou’s resignation from helm of Agia Paraskevi board causes commotion
The Greek Community of Agia Paraskevi, St Albans, was set to turn a new leaf in February with the appointment of Georgina Papafotiou, the former mayor of Brimback, to the …
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Locally transmitted COVID-19 case noted in Sydney
Premier Gladys Berejiklian confirmed a new case, a man in his 50s from south-east Sydney. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the man “is very active in the community” and had …
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Greek church closure due to committee wrangles
The Archdiocese of Australia confirmed the news of the closure of Sts Raphael, Nicholas and Irene in Liverpool, Sydney, in an announcement alleging “unlawful acts and decisions” by the current …
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Hawthorn Spartans have a lot to prove against Old Melburnians this weekend
When the Hawthorn Spartans face Old Melburnians this Saturday, they will be keen to put behind them last week’s Round 4 record mauling by Old Scotch. The result on 1 …