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Ilias Psinakis announced his bid to stand as a candidate in the EU elections
Marathon Mayor Ilias Psinakis, one of the most flamboyant politicians in local government, has just announced his candidacy for the European Elections due to take place in May. In recent …
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Successful inaugural Women’s Forum at the Greek Centre
A number of Greek Australian women representing a diverse range of community organisations met at the Greek Centre on Sunday to take part in the inaugural Women’s Forum. The brainchild …
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‘I am alive!’ says Greek Australian mum saved after transplant surgery
As a result of suffering Type 1 Diabetes for over 30 years, 55-year-old Greek Australian Sally Stavrinakis nearly lost her life twice in the space of four years, whilst desperately …
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Selfie diplomacy in PM Tsipras’ visit to North Macedonia
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras met with his North Macedonian counterpart Zoran Zaev during his first official visit to the newly-named neighbouring country. The mood was jovial in the first visit …
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Kalymnian Brotherhood of Melbourne raises funds and awareness for tuberous sclerosis
On Sunday, the Kalymnian Brotherhood of Melbourne hosted a car and bike show to raise funds for Tuberous Sclerosis Australia. The organisation helps to empower those affected by Tuberous Sclerosis …
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Gifts for the Greek Community in 2019-2020 Federal Budget
The Morrison Government has committed $5 million in the 2019-20 budget to the Greek Community of Melbourne and Victoria (GCMV). The funding will be used for two priority projects – …
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Have a good time with OPAcize and raise money for children’s hospital too!
OPAcize is back for the 3rd year. In conjunction with DJ KOSTA NICO to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital, the same hospital that organiser Sophia’s sister has been …
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Australian Federal budget: Are you a winner or a loser?
“The budget is back in the black and Australia is back on track!” said Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg. He then went on to announce the first budget, in more than …
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Greeks worry about the ‘brain drain’ more than immigration
Greeks are more concerned about the brain drain than they are about the influx of immigrants and refugees to their country. A study by the European Council on Foreign Relations …
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Donousa island in Greece bans single use plastic
Following the example of Sikinos, a small Cycladic gem that is taking steps to abolish the use of plastic straws on the island as part of a new ecological program …