Community
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New project seeks Greek carers of loved ones with dementia
As the first generation of Greek Australians age, the prevalence of dementia is on the rise. The National Institute of Dementia Research projects the condition will increase by more than …
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PRONIA staff take part in Hats for Hope and raise $1,000 for Orygen
In November, PRONIA took part in the Hats for Hope fundraiser. Arlene Bennett, the founder of Hats for Hope, brought her Christian Dior Hat Exhibition to the office for the …
Maria Barbayannis’ life remembered through family photographs
Maria Barbayannis’ death shocked the Greek Community of Melbourne. Her funeral will take place on Friday, 29 November 2019 at St Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church in Templestowe at 11.00 am, …
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European Commission takes Denmark to court over illegal use of ‘feta’ name
The European Commission has taken Denmark to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) for exporting white cheese labelled as ‘feta’ to non-EU countries as ‘feta’ is a Protected Designation of …
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Fr George Frangos, moved from corporate finance to priesthood, and now bids farewell to his parish
Parishioners of the Dormition of Our Lady, the Greek Orthodox Church of Altona and Districts, would say that Fr George Frangos was born to be a member of the clergy. …
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The olive tree: a timeless symbol of the Greek world
Over 250 people turned out for the theatre production staged by Zenon Greek Language School at South Oakleigh College on Friday, 22 November. The performance was part of the 2019 …
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Teachers launch new 24 book series for Greek language learning in Australia
New and exciting educational material was launched at Alphington Grammar on Sunday for teaching and learning the Modern Greek language. The material, conceptualised and developed by three teachers, Ourania Papageorgiou, …
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Greek army invites young Greek Australians to apply
The Greek army is calling upon Greek Australians born in 2002 who are interested in, or required to, complete their military service, to submit the necessary documents. Applications should be …
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Lemnian community of Melbourne celebrates 80 years at San Remo
The Lemnian Community of Melbourne celebrated its 80-year presence in Australia with a celebration at San Remo in Carlton. Eight decades are not to be scoffed at. What better way …
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Greek community in shock over Maria Barbayannis’ death following tragic accident
Melbourne’s Greek community is in mourning following the shocking news of well-known lawyer, Maria Babaryannis’ death. Ms Barbayannis was a highly successful lawyer who was held in high esteem by …