Australia
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Greek voices rise: Strong Hellenic representation set for NSW local councils
NSW is set to have a strong Hellenic representation in local government for the next term with numerous candidates looking likely to secure councillor positions. Over 50 Greek-background individuals put …
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Perry Kouroumblis agrees to be extradited to Australia for 1977 Easey Street murders
Perry Kouroumblis, the 65-year-old dual citizen of Australia and Greece agreed to be extradited to Australia. Kouroumblis was arrested in Italy as part of the Victoria Police Homicide Squad’s investigation …
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Priest ‘unrepentant’ after molesting trusting family
A priest at a Greek Orthodox church remains unremorseful for sexually abusing a mother and her two children, viewing repentance as something reserved for others, a magistrate says. Mario “George” …
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Liberal Party faces backlash as Theo Zographos replaced by Katie Allen in Chisholm
Members of the Liberal Party, and the local Greek community vent over the replacement Theo Zographos as the federal election candidate for the Chisholm was given over to Dr Katie …
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Liberal MP ‘damaged own reputation’ by organising rally
Exiled MP Moira Deeming ruined her own reputation by organising and attending a divisive anti-trans rally, according to lawyers acting on behalf of Victorian Liberal leader John Pesutto. Mr Pesutto’s …
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Australians abandon PM, Labor as purse strings tighten
Australians are abandoning Labor and aren’t buying assurances over cost of living support with the prime minister and opposition leader neck and neck for the top spot. Voter support for …
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Kouroumblis’s extradition for 1977 Easey St murders faces delays, causing turmoil within Greek Australian community
The extradition of a 65-year-old Greek man accused of the 1977 double homicide on Easey Street, Collingwood, Australia, is expected to be a lengthy process, according to Australian authorities. The …
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Woolworths and Coles head ‘down down’ to federal court
Australia’s two biggest supermarket chains will face court after allegedly misleading buyers with fake discounts. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission launched legal action in the federal court against Woolworths …
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Large, fast-moving bushfire threatens homes, residents
A large, fast-moving bushfire is threatening homes in Queensland’s far north with residents warned to get ready to leave. The bushfire at Lakeland, nearly 250km north of Cairns, began on …
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Treasurer confident of firming up ties on China trip, amid worries
The first visit by a federal treasurer to China in seven years will help to stabilise ties with Australia’s largest trading partner, Jim Chalmers says. Dr Chalmers is set to …