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From Adelaide to Ikaria: How a Greek Australian developer seeks clarity in a Blue Zone
An unexamined life is not worth living, Socrates warned. Albert Camus cautioned against “philosophical suicide”—the moment we stop asking why and instead surrender to comforting lies, plastic trinkets hauled across …
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I do not forget – ‘I fight’: Memorial held in Melbourne for 51st anniversary of Cyprus invasion
Commemorations have taken place in Melbourne for the 51st black anniversary of Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus on 20 July 1974 — which followed a treacherous coup on the island. A …
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GAS honours Emmanuel Alfieris one year on from his passing
A full year has gone by and yet the hurt of Emmanuel Alfieris’ death has not subsided, with the loss of an esteemed member of our community still being felt …
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New GCM board marks historic gender milestone as Papastergiadis begins final term
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) ushered in a fresh board last Monday following the June 29 election. The meeting, convened by Electoral Committee Chair Kostas Tsoubakos, brought together members …
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Penny Marathon turns 14: Grassroots run that’s saving animals worldwide
Neos Kosmos caught up with the founder of the Penny Marathon, an annual event that raises awareness of the plight of suffering animals and celebrates those that fight to save …
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Revised date announced for Greek Fest @ Brighton-Le-Sands
The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW has announced a revised date for the highly anticipated Greek Fest @ Brighton-Le-Sands, originally scheduled for Sunday, 9 November 2025. The event will now …
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Talks between the HMSA and Greek officials highlight plans for degree recognition
Important initiatives aimed at further strengthening the ties between Australia and Greece in and through Medicine were at the centre of discussions during a meeting between Dr. Marinis Pirpiris, President …
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Petition against Alphington Grammar gate removal reaches 3,800 signatures
A petition against a City of Yarra Council decision to remove a gate at Alphington Grammar has reached over 3,800 signatures. The petition was started three years ago, but has …
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Australian Hellenic Memorial school competition now open
The Australian Hellenic Memorial Foundation Committee has announced that this year’s 2025 School Competition is open for all schools in Victoria where the Greek language is taught. In its 16th …
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Joice and Sydney Loch honoured with Australian donation in Greece
Recently commemorative events were held across Greece, Australia and the world in recognition of the Asia Minor catastrophe. The refugee work of Australians Joice and Sydney Loch helping the refugees …