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Bill Maloukis appointed convenor of Greek Australian Society’s 2025 mentoring program
The Greek Australian Society (GAS) has announced the appointment of its new Mentoring Program Convenor for 2025, with GAS Vice-President and experienced mentor Bill Maloukis stepping into the role. The …
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An Easter of familial love and joy for 92-year-old Haralambos Hiolos
Fifty-five years ago, in 1970, Haralambos Hiolos left behind his village in the Karditsa to make the mighty trip to the very distant Australia. Alongside him was his now late …
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Pharos Alliance launches ‘Speak Greek on the Radio’ campaign
The Pharos Alliance has commenced a new campaign to strengthen the presence of the Greek language in Australia, with the initiative titled “Speak Greek on the Radio”. The program builds …
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Greek-Australian outrage as Australia refuses to support UNESCO World Greek Language Day proposal
Greek community leaders in Australia have expressed disappointment and frustration following the federal government’s decision not to support a UNESCO proposal declaring February 9 as World Greek Language Day. The …
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Officials and dignitaries attend Vespers of Love Liturgy at the Cathedral of Sydney
The Vespers of Love was celebrated on Easter Sunday at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of Our Lady in Sydney in a service filled with an atmosphere of renewal and …
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Oakleigh Grammar teacher named a Rising Star
Oakleigh Grammar teacher Tim Hines has been recognised as one of the best educators in Australia under 35 in The Educator’s annual Rising Stars and School Leadership Awards for 2025. …
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Eleni’s Kitchen proprietor “angry and upset” as suspicious fire damages Yarraville restaurant for second time in under a year
Victoria Police have deemed a fire that broke out earlier today at the well-known Greek restaurant Eleni’s Kitchen and Bar in Yarraville as “suspicious”. According to police, the perpetrators drove …
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Archbishop Makarios celebrates Easter Sunday lunch with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
On Easter Sunday, Archbishop Makarios of Australia attended a festive Easter lunch at a Greek restaurant in Sydney’s city centre, joined by close associates and friends—including the Prime Minister of …
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Makarios: ‘With faith in Christ’s Resurrection, loneliness does not defeat or depress’
In his Easter message for 2025, Archbishop Makarios of Australia focused on a deeply resonant issue for our time—loneliness—describing it as one of the most pressing afflictions of the modern …
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Eaton Mall comes alive on Holy Saturday as Greek Australians prepare for Easter
Oakleigh’s Eaton Mall was abuzz with life on Holy Saturday, as Greek Australians gathered to soak in the Easter spirit, stock up on traditional sweets, and enjoy each other’s company …