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PRONIA’S 24th Radiothon Appeal to take place on 14-15 October
PRONIA will conduct its 24th annual Radiothon Appeal to be held on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 October from 9am till 9pm. The Radiothon Appeal has become an integral part …
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Melbourne to honour the 195th anniversary of the Battle of Navarino
As part of the bicentenary of the Greek War of Independence, the Australian Hellenic Memorial Foundation with the support of the Pammessinian Brotherhoood – Papaflessas and the Society of Kalamata …
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Varvara Ioannou receives Civic Award from Manningham City Council
Founder and chair of the Food For Thought Network (FFTN) and author of ‘Her Voice’ Varvara Ioannou was recognised for her contribution to the community in Manningham City Council’s 2022 …
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Panagia Gorgoepikoos Monastery in Geelong holds first celebration since COVID lockdowns
People from parishes across Melbourne attended the feast of Panagia Gorgoepikoos Monastery in Geelong last weekend, the first since the pandemic began. In addition to people that attended in their …
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Plan to revitalise modern Greek presented to ministerial advisors
Advisers for the Minister for Education met with members of the Pharos Working Party last Tuesday to discuss their strategic plan, and ways in which the Victorian Government can lend …
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Kazzies gather to honour philanthropist, car enthusiast and host, George Hetrel
Kastellorizo is approximately 14,000 km away from Melbourne. But Kazzies Down Under have a reputation for finding ways to keep their small Greek island home close to heart. A recent …
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Preston Market’s fate uncertain as Victorian Planning Authority decision looms
The fate of the historic Preston market hangs in the balance as discussions between its private owners, the City of Darebin, the Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) and the local community …
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Yannis Mallikourtis: New Consul-General of Greece in Sydney assumes duty
Sydney’s new Consul General of Greece, Yannis Mallikourtis has assumed his duties this week following the departure of Christos Karras on 30 September. Mr Mallikourtis, a seasoned and distinguished diplomat, …
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Award winning Greek-Tassie lawyer Theo Kappodistrias up for Speaking Award
Multi-award-winning Greek Australian lawyer, Theo Kapodistrias has been selected as a finalist as Speaker of the Year at the International Coaches Awards. Theo Kapodistrias who is based in Hobart, Tasmania …
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Bendigo Bank continues support for Greek Film Festival
The Bendigo Bank has announced it will be the Presenting Partner of the 2022 Greek Film Festival, building on its long history of supporting the Hellenic Australian community. Bendigo and …