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OASIS Greek coffee sees increase in sales during lockdown
While many are being hit hard by COVID-19, especially in the hospitality sector, a family owned business is seeing a spike in sales. OASIS, now a household name, opened its …
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Cleo Nikakis, a life fully lived from Chania to Lonsdale Street
Cleo (Kleanthe) Nikakis (nee Siganakis) passed away on 22 April from a heart attack at the age of 90. Though she lived a full life, her passing at a time …
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Honouring the legacy of Greek contribution to Inner West Sydney
Marrickville and Dulwich Hill have a long history of Greek contribution, even being unofficially dubbed as ‘Little Athens’. The Inner West Council of New South Wales has agreed to honour …
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Isolation with parents becomes an opportunity to record family’s story
Dora Houpis moved in with her parents on 25 March to be with them when the Covid-19 restrictions enforcing home isolation and social distancing came into effect. The previous week …
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Diplomats unite again in solidarity to recite Greek works
The General Secretariat for Public Diplomacy which falls under Greece’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released the second and final part of the video “Staying at Home, Travelling through Literature: …
Neos Kosmos stands beside those who mourn
Unfortunately during this time of social distancing, many families who have had loved ones pass have had to forgo the usual funeral ceremonies and memoriam services. Neos Kosmos understands how difficult …
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PRONIA celebrated Easter with the Greek community
In the days leading up to Greek Easter a group of people busily prepared hampers for delivery. Traditional tsourekia, koulourakia (Easter cookies), and other goods were placed into bags and …
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Ange Kenos makes sure Anzac Day is remembered in his neighbourhood
The president of the Essendon RSL (Returned and Services League), Ange Kenos, held his own Dawn Service on his drive way on Saturday, 25 April. His personal tribute came complete …
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Vale Kleio Nikakis, 90, a well-known figure of the Greek community passes away
Kleio Nikakis, a well-known figure of the Greek community of Melbourne, passed away on 22 April 2020, aged 90. Kleio and her husband, Michael, were known for their strong presence …
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Adelaide school staff turn into Greek language students to combat coronavirus-induced social isolation [VIDEO]
Social isolation during the coronavirus outbreak can be particularly challenging for schoolchildren who are also required to transition to remote learning virtual classrooms. In a bid to remind their students …