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Greek Family Story Time turns one: A celebration of language, culture and connection
Greek Family Story Time marks its first anniversary this Saturday, July 5, with special sessions at the Northcote Library and the Oakleigh Maternal and Child Hub. The bilingual storytelling initiative …
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Greeks weigh in on Kia ad controversy over ‘Macedonian Marble’ imagery
Kia Australia has come under further scrutiny from Greek Australians for its ‘Tasman’ ute TV ad. Earlier this week The Greek Herald reported that it had been contacted by some …
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Who is to blame? From 4,234 Greek language students, only 196 reached VCE in 2023
At a pivotal moment for the future of the Greek language in Victorian schools, alarming new data has surfaced. According to the most recent quarterly report from the Department of …
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Panagia Soumela Melbourne raises over $3000 for Cancer Council
Panagia Soumela Melbourne recently held its annual Biggest Morning Tea Fundraiser, raising $3,147 for Cancer Council. The event on Sunday June 29, held at their club hall in Thomastown, was …
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Ten Greek Australian students recognised in Premier’s VCE Awards
At least 10 Greek Australians have been recognised for their achievements in the annual Premier’s VCE Awards. At the awards ceremony on July 2, celebrating Victoria’s top-performing students in the …
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Adelaide students pay visit to GCM Schools
The Greek Community of Melbourne schools played host to students and staff from Unley College in Adelaide for the second consecutive year, engaging in a meaningful and memorable intercultural exchange. …
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Beloved owner of ‘International Cakes’ Bill Batzogiannis passes away
Unspeakable sadness has spread among the family, friends, and wider community of Vasilis Batzogiannis—known to many as Bill Batz—following news of his passing at the age of 76, less than …
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Alphington Grammar calls on support as council moves to tear down school gate
A dispute over a gate at Melbourne’s Alphington Grammar has reignited, as the school community challenges a proposed $403,000 road upgrade they argue offers no real benefit to locals. At …
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Greek Australian lawyer Eugenia Mitrakas honoured in Athens for global Hellenic contribution
Eugenia Mitrakas has been awarded the highest distinction by the Centre for Ecumenical Hellenism (Melathron Oikoumenikos Hellenismos) in recognition of her lifelong contribution to the global Greek diaspora and the …
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“A Taste of Lemnos”: Lemnian Youth celebrate Greek culture and heritage in Melbourne
Greek Australians of all ages — mostly the younger generation— got a ‘A Taste of Lemnos’ as traditional aromas, flavours, and sounds brought the Northern Aegean island’s spirit to Melbourne. …