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Meet the Melbourne Greek pledging $1m for the Archdiocese’s new drug rehab centre
One of the Archdiocese’s priorities for 2020, the establishment of centres to combat drug dependency, is a step closer to becoming reality thanks to one Greek Australian’s generous contribution. Businessman …
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International survey shows Greece needs do better to attract the talented
Greece ranks just below the top third of 132 countries in the world that attract professional talent to their shores. The latest Global Talent Competitive Index (GTCI), which focuses on …
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A Greek parliamentarian becomes the face of Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy
A health advocacy group on a rare yet increasingly prevalent disease has just welcomed its newest ally, Maria Vamvakinou MP. The Greek parliamentarian is joining the Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy …
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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese’s Youth Conference in Melbourne proves change has arrived
“Be shining lights,” His Eminence, Archbishop of Australia Makarios, encouraged the attendees of the recent Archdiocesan Youth Conference, in English. “It is very hard to change the world. But that …
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10 bridges that span time and place in Greece
1. Rio-Antirio Bridge(officially the Charilaos Trikoupis Bridge) is one of the world’s longest multispan cable-stayed bridges of the fully suspended type. The bridge spans the western end of the Gulf …
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Several members of the Greek community recognised for their service on Australia Day
The Greek community was well-represented on the Australia Day honours list this year, with at least 16 individuals of Greek background recognised for their outstanding service to the nation. Among …
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George Halvagis receives the highest honour in Australia
The medal for Order of Australia is the highest recognition one can receive in this country for outstanding achievement and service. This year, the medal is bequeathed to Australian citizen …
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Celebrations should also reflect on First Australian stories
A record 25,000 people will be coming forward to become citizens on Australia Day this year, adding to the national day’s significance. For the minister directly tasked with overseeing celebrations …
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Mikakos announces Coronavirus reaches Melbourne and urges calm
Victorian Health Minister, Jenny Mikakos said today a Chinese national in Melbourne is the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Australia. It’s believed two further “probable infections” are being treated …
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What does Australia Day mean to you?
Growing up in a Greek household, Australia Day wasn’t a particularly significant day of celebration. While my parents have forever been thankful for the opportunity to migrate to this country, …