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Honouring the photographer who popularised Greek Australian history
For many in the community, Effy Alexakis’ name is interwoven with a rare documentation of the Hellenic presence in the Antipodes. Understandably so, as the visual project ‘Greek Australians: In …
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Greek Australian mum accuses Sydney school for mistreating her autistic son
An investigation is underway following revelations that a Sydney school installed outside locks on rooms for students who misbehave. The story came to light after Katerina Ferekos, whose seven-year-old son …
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PRONIA shares the triumphs of 2020 whilst welcoming new board members
On Thursday PRONIA held their annual general meeting online, whilst elections were held for the election of new members of the board. After 25 years of service Nikolaos Katris, stepped …
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PRONIA staff take part in the ‘virtual’ Walk Against Family Violence
On Wednesday, the annual Walk Against Family Violence was held as a “virtual walk” in different parts of Melbourne. Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre in partnership with Respect Victoria …
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Onassis Stegi in Athens hosts seminar on violence against women at 9pm
The Onassis Stegi Cultural Centre is hosting a special lpanel discussion tonight that coincides with United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence which began today ,25 November which …
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Ways that you can help someone close to you who is a victim of family violence
During the COVID-19 lockdowns there was an alarming increase in cases of violence against women. Wednesday, 25 November, sees the launch of the international campaign 16 Days of Activism Against …
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PRONIA takes a hand in 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
If you start to wonder why orange seems to be the popular colour over the next few weeks, it will be because it represents the UN-declared “16 Days of Activism …
The greatest AEK football club supporter of Australia passed away
Nikos Mermigas, originally from the picturesque prefecture of Elia in the Peloponnese, was known for his strong support of the AEK football club. He passed away on Thursday, aged 82. …
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Hellenic Initiative Australia launches Winter Appeal for Greece to help the most vulnerable
With Greece experiencing an aggressive second wave of COVID-19 as winter starts to bite, The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THIA) has launched its Winter Appeal for Greece to buy basic necessities …
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Greek Orthodox Victorians mourn loss of ‘beloved’ Father Minas
Father Minas Dimitropoulos passed aged 86, last Friday, leaving behind his family, clergy and community who remember him for his years-long service to the church. Fr Minas had served most …