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Indian subcontinent connection to Lemnos and Gallipoli on display in Thessaloniki
The recent 84th Thessaloniki International Trade Fair was the location for a special exhibition by the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence, recognising the role of troops from the Indian sub-continent …
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Has the Greek crisis been a catalyst for social change?
This week, members of the diaspora were briefed on social changes resulting from the economic crisis in Greece and how a new wave of philanthropy can help tackle challenges facing …
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Victorian Multicultural Commission set to acknowledge cross-cultural harmony
The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) wishes to acknowledge an outstanding individual or group whose community project has brought together different cultural or religious groups to promote harmony and cross-cultural understanding. …
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NSW Government: $1.4m grant for multicultural events
If you live in NSW and are part of a community or cultural group you can apply for grants through the Multicultural NSW Celebrating Diversity Grants Program. Funding of up …
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Be the voice of your community: Join the Victorian Multicultural Commission’s Regional Advisory Councils
The Agora may have become more complex than it was in Ancient Athens, however at its core it remains the same. If you want to impact on decisions you need …
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Victoria’s Health Minister Jenny Mikakos announces cutting edge 3D breast cancer imaging to save lives
A record 267,589 women were screened for breast cancer by BreastScreen Victoria in the last financial year – the highest number ever. The Andrews Labor Government will further facilitate this …
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Antonis Diamataris meets with Greek Festival of Sydney Chair Nia Karteris, and Archbishop Makarios
Greece’s Deputy Minister for Expatriate Greeks, Antonis Diamataris met on Wednesday in Athens with Chair of the Greek Festival of Sydney, Nia Karteris. Mr Diamataris is responsible for matters pertaining …
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Term ‘feta’ remains under negotiation in EU-Australia trade deal
Australian producers of feta cheese may very well have to rename their supply, as negotiations continue between European Union and Australian officials. The EU is seeking to protect iconic food …
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It’s time to build a bridge between Greece and Australia
Many factors have come to fruition, paving the way for the stronger involvement of the Greek diaspora in shaping the country of their ancestors and strengthening the bonds between Greece …
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Maria Dimopoulos, appointed as Deputy Chairperson of the Victorian Multicultural Commission
The Andrews Labor Government welcomed eight new appointees to the Victorian Multicultural Commission, including Maria Dimopoulos as Deputy Chairperson of the commission. Ms Dimopoulos, a trained lawyer, is a recognised …