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Greek Community of Melbourne honours THI co-founder and chairman Andrew Liveris
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has honoured the work of The Hellenic Initiative (THI) Co-founder and Chairman Andrew Liveris with an award recognising his humanitarian and entrepreneurial work for …
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Australia’s Hellenes honour humanitarian George Treloar with new memorial in Ballarat
The cold wintry morning in Ballarat was not enough to deter the more than 200 who made the journey to the city to witness the unveiling of the magnificent new …
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Community rallies behind Pronia, raising over $100,000 in two days
Pronia has managed to raise over $100,000 – $101,695.00 to be exact – in just two days through its annual radiothon through Melbourne’s 3XY radio station. The fundraiser kicked off …
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Greek Australian servicemen honoured for Father’s Day at Hellenic RSL Sub Branch
When Greek ex-servicemen get together, the topic of conversation inevitably goes to history, politics and civic duty. At the Hellenic RSL Sub Branch’s Father’s Day lunch in South Melbourne on …
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George Devine Treloar, hero of refugees from Pontus, honoured with Sturt Street statue
More than 200 people gathered at Ballarat on Sunday for the unveiling of a monument in honour of courageous soldier George Devine Treloar, a little known Victorian saviour of refugees …
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Let’s Go Greek Festival sees Parramatta filled with blue and white
Minister for Multiculturalism John Sidoti and Member for Parramatta Dr Geoff Lee officially opened Western Sydney’s premier Greek festival on Sunday. “The Let’s Go Greek Festival is Western Sydney’s leading …
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Bishop Iakovos of Miletoupolis appointed inaugural Bishop of Brisbane
Bishop Iakovos of Miletoupolis has been appointed by Australia’s Greek Orthodox Archbishop Makarios, as the inaugural Bishop of Brisbane. It is the second time he has made history in Australia; …
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George Sembelides-Koosha Kayani scoop 1st place at RoboCup Junior Competition
Young immigrant children are shooting for the stars, and managing to succeed at school despite being relative newcomers to Australia. George Sembelides from Greece and Koosha Kayani from Iran, students …
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Oakleigh Grammar visit Ronald McDonald House
For the last six years, students of Oakleigh Grammar have had the opportunity to visit Ronald McDonald House Monash, which is located in Clayton, and learn about their programs and …
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Alphington Grammar School celebrates 30 years in style, with ‘Diamonds and Pearls’ Grand Ball
Alphington Grammar, the day school of the Greek Community of Melbourne, marked its 30-year milestone with a Grand Ball held at Leonda by the Yarra. 250 guests gathered to celebrate …