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Thousands of Greek Australians gather for Good Friday and Epitaphios processions across the country [Photos]
Tens of thousands of Greek Australians filed churches across the country this Good Friday to observe the solemn procession of the Epitaphios, one of the most sacred traditions of Orthodox …
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Callout to readers: Share your Epitaphios and Easter photos with Neos Kosmos
Neos Kosmos invites readers and church committee representatives from Greek Orthodox parishes across Australia to send us a photo from your local Good Friday Epitaphios or Easter Anastasi celebrations. Selected …
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Ministers Wong and Kamper respond to push for UN recognition of Greek Language but fail to support
Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong and NSW Minister for Multiculturalism Steve Kamper have formally responded to a petition by Professor Anastasios Tamis advocating for the establishment of an …
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New Anzacs in Greece documentary to premiere in the motherland
Throughout April and May Australians and Hellenes will again commemorate the Greek campaign of 1941. Services will be held across Australia and Greece, as well as in New Zealand and …
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GCM board explain reasons for delay in annual general meeting
The Greek Community of Melbourne has put out a statement to its members regarding the delay for this year’s annual general meeting. Neos Kosmos reached out to request explanation for …
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St Demetrios Parish celebrates Palm Sunday with community luncheon
The spirit of community and tradition was on full display at St Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, St Mary’s on Sunday, with over 800 attending the Divine Liturgy and many participating …
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Evzones to visit the Greek Community Home for the Aged
The Hellenic Presidential Guard (Evzones) has added another commitment to their Australia visit for ANZAC Week, with them set to visit the Greek Community Home for the Aged in Sydney. …
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Bank of Sydney opens applications for $20,000 community grant
The Bank of Sydney has officially opened applications for its annual Grant for Good community grant, with $20,000 to be donated as part of their mission to support the work …
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Greek Orthodox Community of NSW rejects proposed constitutional amendments at EGM
Members of the Greek Orthodox Community of New South Wales (GOCNSW) have voted against a series of proposed constitutional amendments during an Extraordinary General Meeting held on Sunday. The meeting, …
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Parramatta City Council recognises Armenian, Assyrian and Greek Genocides in historic motion
The Federation of Pontian Associations of Australia has welcomed a landmark decision by Parramatta City Council to officially recognise the Armenian, Assyrian, and Greek Genocides—marking a powerful moment of truth …