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Work and Holiday Visa agreement between Greece and Australia swings into effect
The Work and Holiday Visa agreement between Greece and Australia came into effect on 1 July 2019. The agreement makes it easier for young Australians to work and study in …
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Woman donates her car to prevent other cases such as those of Courtney Herron from happening again
Like many women, Panagiota Makaronis had spent years taking crime preventative measures when walking and driving the streets of Melbourne. The precautions did not stop her from becoming one of …
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‘A Caring Father, An Honest Brother and A Sincere Friend’ – Archbishop Makarios Enthroned in Sydney
A huge crowd gathered on Saturday morning to witness the Enthronement of the newly-elected Archbishop Makarios at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in Sydney. As the early morning …
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Enthronement of Archbishop Makarios: Photos, video footage and more
Hundreds attended the enthronement of Archbishop Makarios at the Holy Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Theotokos in Sydney on Saturday. Church dignitaries and statesmen from Australia and Greece attended …
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Archbishop Makarios enthronment on Saturday, followed by plans to visit Melbourne
His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia received a warm welcome from the Greek community of Australia when he arrived at Kingsford Smith airport on Tuesday evening. And over the last …
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HACCI Board changing of the guard, Fotini Kypraios named new Chair
After three years of service to HACCI as Chair, Georgegina Poulos will retire from the HACCI Board, effective 30 June 2019. Ms Poulos will be succeeded as Chair by Fotini …
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Mobile phone use banned in Victorian state schools to reduce cyber bullying. But how effective will it really be?
When the bell rings to signal the start of term one at state schools across Victoria in 2020, students will be banned from using their phones until the end of …
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Inspiring story of Terry Mitropoulos: Greek Australian miracle man cheated death and is now on a mission to save others
Nine years ago Greek Australian businessman Terry Mitropoulos was diagnosed with a brain tumour, and was given a five per cent chance of survival. The father of two, aged 36 …
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Manningham fighting hard to protect community and environment
The North East Link and Eastern Freeway expansion will severely impact Manningham, along with a large number of the Greek community who reside in the area. Manningham Mayor, Cr Paula …
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Victoria bans mobile phones from state schools to reduce distraction and cyber bullying
When the bell rings to signal the start of term one at public schools across Victoria in 2020, students will be banned from using their mobile phones until the end …