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Nikolaos Varellas the new Deputy High Commissioner of Cyprus in Australia
The role of the new Deputy High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus in Australia has officially been assumed by the newly arrived diplomat from Cyprus, Nikolaos Varellas. Varellas replaces …
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Greek Community of Melbourne pushes for health pact in talks with Greek minister for health
A statement released today by the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) points to a recent meeting between GCM president Bill Papastergiadis and the Greek minister for health, Adonis Georgiadis. The …
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Oakleigh Grammar team favourites for Australian Teacher Aide awards
Oakleigh Grammar’s Learning Enhancement Team has earned a major honour after being announced as a highly rated candidate for the 2024 ‘Australian Teacher Aide of the Year’ awards. The School, …
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Archbishop urges youth to draw inspiration from modern saints
Over 300 young men and women, the youth of Orthodoxy in the Holy Diocese of Chora, Victoria, gathered at the Holy Monastery of Panagia ‘Axion Esti’ in Northcote, on Friday. …
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Legendary racehorse Black Caviar passes just before 18th birthday
Champion racehorse Black Caviar, who made history in Australia with her unbeaten run of 25 victories, has died at 17 from laminitis, a debilitating disease, eventually rendering the horse unable …
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Greek Orthodox Community Home for the Aged recognised with ACCPA Excellence Award
The Greek Orthodox Community Home for the Aged in NSW have been awarded for their work, winning the 2024 Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) Excellence Award for Organisation …
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Nicolas Zervos named 2024 Kastellorizian of the Year for outstanding community contributions
The Kastellorizian Association of Victoria (KAV) has proudly announced Nicolas Paul Zervos as the recipient of the 2024 Kastellorizian of the Year (KOY) award. After a thorough review of all …
A lifesaving touch: Sofia Mastoris’s journey of survival
At 85 years old, Sofia Mastoris OAM has been given another chance at life after a challenging battle with pancreatic and breast cancer. Her journey, marked by determination, was supported …
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What bioarchaeology can tell us about 1st millennium Athenian society
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) and the Australian Archaeological Institute of Athens are hosting a seminar looking into the bioarchaeological study of Athenian society during the 1st millennium BCE. …
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Lemnos annual service remembers the Piper of Mudros
It was crisp and sunny day in Melbourne’s Albert Park that welcomed the crowd that gathered at the Lemnos Gallipoli Memorial to take part in the annual service to commemorate …