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Minister Jacinta Allan claims she was threatened over taxi reforms
Since ride-sharing services entered the transport market, holders of tax licences have found themselves in a precarious position, questioning their livelihoods in a way they never expected they would have …
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FYROM has “no alternative to NATO and the EU”
As Greece and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), get ready for the defining moment for their strained relationship, Zoran Zaev expressed his country’s commitment to join NATO and …
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Working Holiday Visa program only a matter of days…
Australia seems to be less than a week away from resolving the Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) ongoing issue with Greece, according to Greek-Australian Member of Parliament Steve Georganas, who …
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What ended the Mycenaean era?
A new study conducted by the Navarino Environmental Observatory (NEO), a research partnership between Stockholm University, the Academy of Athens and TEMES SA reveals that the end of the Mycenaeans, the civilisation …
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Church on Naxos island wins European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage
One of Greece’s most renowned churches, the 8th Century Byzantine temple of Agia Kyriaki in Naxos has become a recipient of the 2018 Europa Nostra Award which stands for the European …
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Greece calls for ‘restraint’ following deaths in Gaza
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Greece has taken a stance against the deaths of the Palestinian protesters by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip on Monday, expressing its “abhorrence …
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New asylum bill passes in Greece to curb overcrowding in camps
With over 16,000 asylum seekers stuck on various Greek islands, overcrowding in refugee camps has been an ongoing concern, many camps holding up to three times the number of residents …
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International driving permit required for vehicle rental in Greece
Those travelling to Greece with the intention of renting a vehicle are now required by law to have an International Driving Permit (IDP) in addition to a valid driver’s licence …
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Greek economy strengthening, primary budget surplus beats target
Positive news about Greece’s economy continues, with the country’s government achieving a primary budget surplus of €2.334 billion from January through to April this year, beating its target. The target …
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Minister of Citizenship firm on the significance of an English Language test
Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, Alan Tudge confirms the commitment of the Federal Government to the importance of English as a prerequisite for Australian citizenship. Though the Coalition government …