Australia
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The Politics of the Australian Multicultural Council
Multiculturalism may not be flavour of the month, but the launch by Prime Minister Gillard this week of the Australian Multicultural Council (AMC) marks a step forward.
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Celebrating Bonegilla’s Greek past
An exhibition paying homage to Greek migrants who were housed in Block 19 at Bonegilla has been given $13,000 by the Victorian Government.
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New draft policy to shape cultural arts and events
The Australian government is inviting all Australians to comment on a discussion paper for the country’s first National Cultural Policy in almost 20 years.
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First half year tourism on the rise
Tourist arrivals in Greece was up 10 per cent during the January and July this year.
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Skilled migrants on the dole
Major concerns have surfaced about outcomes for the Skilled Migration Program – the Australian Government’s mechanism to meet the country’s skills shortages with migrant labour.
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Funding boost for Victorian schools
Greek schools in Victoria received $22,300 in the latest grants offered by the Victorian government.
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Help for disabled people and carers
Disability services in Australia are about to undergo a major overhaul, but is Australia ready for a National Disability Insurance Scheme?
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Vic Cypriots building for the future
The Victorian Cypriot community is planning to develop its future resources in Melbourne, including a new CCMV building.
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Have your say on multiculturalism in Vic
The Victorian Government is urging members of the Greek community to have their say on multiculturalism in Victoria.
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Mikakos fights for Halki seminary
Federal MP Jenny Mikakos fights for the reopening of the Halki seminary, and for religious freedom for Greek Orthodox followers in Turkey.