Community
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Merimna’s fundraising luncheon a success
Members and friends of Merimna Pontion Kyrion (Oceania), community representatives and distinguished guests gathered this week at a Springtime Luncheon fundraiser in support of a project commemorating the humanitarian efforts …
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Born in Australia but destined to meet and marry in Greece
Although Vicky Tsaousis and Argyrios Kikianis were both born in Adelaide and lived only a few streets away from each other, they hadn’t crossed paths until 2012 while holidaying in …
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GCM President donates $40,000 to the Mati fire victims on behalf of the Greek Australian community
Speaking to the Greek Volunteer Firefighters Union in Pallini, the President of the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria, Bill Papastergiadis, said that the Greek diaspora in Australia had …
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Greek Australian communities against right to vote in Greece
“Greek migrants living outside of Greece for decades have no position, but it is also dangerous to decide on the plight of the Greek people, given that they are not …
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Parramatta celebrates in ‘Greek’ style
On Sunday the Parish-Community of Agios Ioannis in Parramatta held their Let’s Go Greek Festival. The event was held in the Parramatta building complex, inside of which the current temple …
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PRONIA to hold seminar on mediation during family conflict
Recognising the challenges presented to families experiencing separation or divorce, which in turn affect children, PRONIA is holding an information session on the ways grandparents and parents can receive support …
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Bilingual radio program to simplify aged care for the community
A new national bilingual radio project aiming to help the diverse communities of Australia understand the aged care sector and issues surrounding ageing and geriatric health has been laucnhed in …
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Starting over in a new country
I met Thomas Nianiakos shortly after he finished his shift. Although he had just spent eight hours cooking breakfast and a three-course lunch for over 100 residents at Fronditha Care’s …
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Oakleigh Grammar celebrates 35th anniversary
Oakleigh Grammar, a benchmark school for the Greek Community of Oakleigh and its surrounding suburbs, celebrated its 35th year last week. The event was held in the presence of the …
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Perth media personality named Kastellorizian of the Year
High-profile media personality Basil Zempilas, known for his work as a television and radio presenter and sports commentator, has been named Kastellorizian of the Year for 2018. The prestigious award, …