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Australia’s Greek churches mark the start of Megali Evdomada
Church attendance on Palm Sunday exceeded expectations in Melbourne and reportedly across Australia with young and old forming lines outside some churches. Thousands of faithful gathered for the morning service …
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Trio of women behind Greek Easter lunch at Golden Fleece Hotel
Lunch goers at a South Melbourne venue are expected to witness first-hand the passing of Greek traditions to the younger generation. According to organisers at the Golden Fleece Hotel, the …
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Oakleigh Grammar learn more of Greek and Anzac history
On Wednesday April 24, the day before Anzac Day, an Imbros & Gallipoli Exhibition Launch Anzac Day assembly was held at Oakleigh Grammar. The exhibition reveals the story of the …
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Archbishop Makarios honours ANZAC Day with a message of remembrance and inspiration
In his message marking Anzac Day, Archbishop Makarios of Australia reminded Australians of the importance of reflecting on history to find inspiration in selflessness and sacrifice in a world governed …
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Celebrating Greek and other cultures in Fairfield
On Saturday April 20, Fairfield in Melbourne played host its first cultural festival for 2024 – A Cultural Festival in Fairfield Village. Wingrove St was closed and hosted live cultural …
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Aspiring mechanical engineer amongst the best in Australia
Young Greek Australian Liam Papas is set to compete in the WorldSkills competitions, a year on from winning gold for regional and bronze at national level. Last year, Liam came …
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Notable figure of the Cypriot community Georgia Alexandrou passes away
Georgia (Yiola) Alexandrou, a major figure of the Cypriot community of Australia, has passed away from cancer, leaving behind an immense legacy as an active member of the diaspora. Alexandrou …
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Community supports Food for Thought Network’s fundraiser for Women’s Conference in Greece
More than 70 people gathered at Philhellene Restaurant last Friday, to raise funds for Food for Thought Network’s (FFTN) global conference for women in Greece. Attendees included Greek Australian individuals, …
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‘From Imbros Over the Sea’ exhibition heads to Brisbane
The end of the month sees pictorial exhibition ‘From Imbros Over the Sea’ brought to Brisbane’s Greek Club by the Greek Orthodox Community of St George Brisbane. This follows on …
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Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney honours Lord Byron’s legacy with event 200 years after his death
The life and work of Lord Byron, particularly his connection with Greece, was the focus of a recent event by the Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney as they contributed to the …