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Greek parliament ratifies amendment to allow same-sex couples to provide foster care
An amendment to legislation regulating the allocation of children to foster homes, allowing for same-sex couples to become foster parents, was ratified by the Hellenic Parliament on Wednesday, with 161 …
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An election Federal Budget, focused on elderly Australians
After a series of well-scheduled leaks that led the national debate since weekend, the actual 2018 Federal Budget that was announced last night had very few surprises, confirming what was …
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Growing concern young Greeks are ‘ignorant’ about sexual health
There is a growing, and persistent concern among health care practitioners in Greece surrounding awareness about sexual health among young people. According to a report by Kathimerini, doctors have noted …
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State university in Greece to offer country’s first English-taught undergraduate course
For the first time in the country’s history, a state-run tertiary institution will offer an undergraduate course taught entirely in the English language. Set to be offered by the University …
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High Court ruling over dual citizenship sees resignation of Senator Katy Gallagher
Labor has come under fire over the dual citizenship saga, after Senator Katy Gallagher was found to have breached the eligibility rules under Section 44 of the Constitution by the …
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President of the Hellenic Republic hosts dinner in honour of Prince Charles
Prince Charles is the guest of honour at an official dinner held at the Presidential Mansion in Athens tomorrow. The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall Camila Parker …
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Incentives for the elderly, meagre tax breaks for the lower incomes
While most of the talk about the 2018 Federal Budget that Treasurer Scott Morrison is presenting tonight has been focused on tax cuts for companies and individuals, there is one …
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It’s Paniyiri time for Brisbane
Brisbane is home to a very proud Greek community, and this month they are set to turn Musgrave Park blue and white to showcase the best of Greek culture and …
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‘You have to know the past to understand the present’
Modern Greek in Australia is at crisis point. Melbourne’s only Greek department at La Trobe University is dwindling, with the future in doubt. Director of LOGOS Australian Centre for Hellenic …
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Calling out sexual harassment in the workplace
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a tough terrain to navigate for victims, and when they happen to be from a marginalised minority, such as a newly arrived migrant or …