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Low registration numbers in Melbourne and Sydney for upcoming Greek election
In Melbourne, the city with the most Greeks outside Greece and Cyprus, only 93 people registered for the second round of Greek elections to be held June 25 and, in …
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A farewell to distinguished philanthropist Genovefa Goulas
On Friday, June 16, 2023, one of the Greek community’s most distinguished philanthropists, Genovefa Goulas, passed away at the age of 88. Genovefa Goulas was an eminent figure who formed …
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GCM and NUGAS collaborate to empower Greek Australian youth
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) and the recently elected committee of the National Union of Greek Australian Students Victoria (NUGAS) came together at The Greek Centre on Wednesday for …
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Ambassador’s visit to Greek Centre in Melbourne strengthens Australia-Greece relations
Australia’s newly appointed Ambassador to Greece, Ms Alison Duncan, paid a visit to the Greek Centre in Melbourne before her departure to Greece, receiving a warm welcome from President Bill …
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Kastellorizian of the Year Award nominations close July 1
The Kastellorizian Association of Victoria (KAV) would like to share that nominations for the 2023 Kastellorizan of the Year Award will close soon on July 1. Since 1993, one inspirational …
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St John’s College announces new scholarships
St John’s College in Melbourne has provided education for the Greek Australian community for almost 50 years. Deep-rooted in values of Hellenism and Orthodox Christianity, the College is a popular …
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Archbishop of Australia meets a vibrant Greek community in Albury
The Archbishop of Australia Makarios, visited the regional city of Albury on the border of NSW and Victoria last Sunday. He crossed the threshold of the Greek Orthodox Church of …
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Captivating journey into the past: Greek students explore Bonegilla Migrant Centre
Excitement filled the air as the Language and Culture Schools of the Greek Community in Melbourne (GCM) embarked on a remarkable excursion on Monday, June 19 to the Bonegilla Migrant …
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Picking, making and tasting: Greek language students learn all about olives
As a way of fostering an appreciation for Greek traditions and life, the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) schools recently organised olive picking for their students. The event unfolded within …
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Socrates Tsourdalakis’ book ‘Cretan Pioneers of Australia’ to be launched
The book ‘Cretan Pioneers of Australia’ by Socrates Tsourdalakis which uncovers the remarkable journey of Cretan immigrants who arrived on Australian shores as early as 1829 will be launched on …