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Carols by Candlelight move thousands of Melburnians ahead of Christmas
Carols by Candlelight, the 38th Carols of the Greek Archdiocese in Victoria was hosted this year at the Archdiocesan District of Northcote in the outdoor space of St John’s College …
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Three years ago Alexandra Bampakou changed schools, countries and languages, and yet she excelled
A recently arrived student from Kastoria in Greece has set an example and has reaped the rewards of her efforts, achieving an impressive score in her VCE exams, despite changing …
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Over 1,200 toys donated in Greek church Xmas drive in Sydney
Hundreds of some of Sydney’s most vulnerable children have received an early Christmas gift this year, thanks to an initiative spearheaded by the Greek Orthodox Parish and Community of Kogarah. …
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Last days to join the Archdiocese’s Melbourne Christmas appeal
The volunteer team of the Greek Welfare Centre in Northcote, Melbourne operating under the auspices of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese have reached out to express gratitude for all those who …
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Monash residents given soft plastic recycling alternative
Since the REDcycle company fallout in early November, consumers have been told their soft plastics are no longer recyclable and instructed to place them in their waste bin. But from …
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Concerns voiced over plans for a mental health facility next to Alphington Grammar
Alphington Grammar School is tackling yet another contentious issue this year, after receiving news of a proposed mental health facility to open next to the school grounds. Earlier in the …
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“All hands are on deck”: Repairs underway at Sts Anargyri church in Oakleigh
Rebuilding is set to begin today at Sts. Anargyri Orthodox church in Oakleigh after a fire tore through the place of worship last Saturday 10 December. Thankfully no one was …
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Celebrating NSW Greeks who excelled in HSC exams
A year of hard work has come to its end for about 65,000 students in New South Wales who received their much-anticipated HSC results on Thursday. But for the 126 …
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History grants for Victorian communities
The Victorian government has thrown its support behind community organisations wishing to preserve and share local history and promote distinctive local voices with a new round of the Local History …
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Top VCE Study Scores; Schools praise class of 2022 on completion of their final year
The top study scores for Victorian VCE students were made public by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority this morning, with those achieving a mark of 40 or higher recognised …