Australia
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Lectures about Pontus and the Genocide recognition efforts in Australia
The Greek History and Culture Seminars offered by the Greek Community of Melbourne continue on 16 May with two lectures about Pontus and the Greek genocide recognition efforts in Australia. …
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Greek language in Australia: Experts analyse its past, present and future
Australia is becoming more linguistically diverse, but the number of third and second generation Australians who speak more languages other than English at home is decreasing. Recent census data shows …
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Free legal help to target migrant wage theft
Thousands of short-term migrants exploited by bosses who withhold fair wages will benefit from a $1.6 million statewide project providing free legal help to recover the money they’re owed. Four …
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The Frydenberg Factor: Australia’s Treasurer tells NK what Greeks stand to gain or lose at the next elections
“Do you mind if I eat while we talk?” Federal Treasurer and Deputy Leader, Josh Frydenberg asks. It’s 3pm and he has forgotten when he last ate. During an election …
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Exclusive Interview with MP Maria Vamvakinou: ‘Our role in Australian society goes beyond serving souvlaki’
Having served as the Federal Member of Parliament for 18 years, MP Maria Vamvakinou is regarded as a ‘gentle giant’ in the Australian Labor Party. Her consistent campaigning managed to …
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Those that came before the late Archbishop Stylianos
The main focus of discussion these days is who will follow Archbishop Stylianos as the next leader of the Greek Orthodox Church of Australia. A Holy Synod aims to determine …
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Greek-Melburnian candidate in the European Elections
Greek-Australian Melbourne native Alia Papageorgiou is running in the European Elections. She hopes to enter European Parliament as a candidate for Greece. European elections take place in all 28 EU …
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An emotional farewell to our Evzones; Thank you for making us proud!
Adelaide’s Greek community turned out in full force to welcome the elite military unit of the Greek Presidential Guard, and to witness the participation of the Evzones in Anzac Day …
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Facebook to crack down on fake news ahead of EU elections
Social media giant Facebook will crack down on misinformation leading up to the European Parliament elections this month. It has partnered with the Greek organisation Ellinika Hoaxes in fact-checking its …
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Strong Greek Australian presence in Federal election
Thirteen Greek Australian candidates will be contesting the Federal election on 18 May; the list of candidates features several fresh-faced politicians and veterans representing a broad range of views and …