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Six COVID-19 hotspots to avoid in Melbourne

Six COVID-19 hotspots in Athens have been noted as the state numbers continue to climb. The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee made up of chief health officers stated that 83 …

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Community groups condemn criticism of Archbishop Makarios over $6.5 million purchase

Greek associations across Australia have sent public messages of support for Archbishiop Makarios of Australia following the press reports regarding the purchase of a $6.5 million investment property. The purchase …

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NSW Greek Orthodox Community calls on Government to support “overlooked” arts practitioners

While acknowledging the Federal Government’s efforts in supporting Australians during the coronavirus pandemic, the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW argues the needs of one of the most severely affected industries …

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Archbishop Makarios briefed on COVID-19 vaccine developments

Accepting an invitation from Victoria University’s Professor Vasso Apostolopoulos, His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, paid a three-day visit to Melbourne this week. The Archbishop met with the Greek Australian …

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Community spirit still alive for Greeks in COVID-19 distress

This weekend marked the successful dispatch of relief goods from the Papaflessas, Kalamata 23 March and Pantrifilia organisations, acting on the appeal to assist community members experiencing financial hardship from …

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Cretans mourn the loss of Anzac veteran Norman Maddock

The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand has issued a statement following the passing of Norman William Maddock on Saturday at the age of 97. The Anzac veteran was …

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Victoria tightens restrictions after spike in coronavirus cases

Victoria becomes the first Australian state or territory to revert back to tighter COVID-19 rules as of Monday 22 June, pushing back on plans to increase the number of patrons …

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Papastergiadis to address to Delphi Economic Forum on Thursday evening online

COVID-19 got in the way of Bill Papastergiadis addressing the Delphi Economic Forum directly in Greece but as with the most of the world, life carries on electronically and the …

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Theo Maras, his rise from humble beginnings in Ikaria to being one of the most influential Australian businessmen

Ikarian born businessman Theo Maras, known for his transformation of the East End of Adelaide in the 1980s and 1990s, has been appointed as chairman of the Adelaide Central Market …

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Australia’s pensioners could see their payments slashed in half

The government announced changes to superannuation rules as part of the COVID-19 stimulus package announced in March, however the recent changes to rules may leave many older Australians financially disadvantaged. …

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