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Australia and Greece sign Visa agreement
The long awaited signing of the reciprocal work and holiday visa arrangement happened today letting the youth of Greece and Australia visit and work in each others’ countries.
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Boost for Benaki treasures
With the Victorian Government pledging $240,000 for the housing of the Benaki treasures in the Hellenic Museum.
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Gov’t freezes controversial coastline bill
The controversial bill was designed to lift restrictions on construction along the country’s coastline following vehement protests from across the political spectrum
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Goods from home
With the rise of Greeks migrating to Australia, one shipping company is ensuring they bring their valued belongings with them
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Honouring Greek artists
A concert will be held in honour of significant Greek artists, like Stefanos Lazaridis, Manos Hatzidakis, Odysseas Elytis, Manolis Kalomiris, Nikos Skalkotas and others
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Two main parties clash over policy and slogans
Campaigning for local authority and European Parliament elections began in earnest in Greece this week.
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Markets overlook short term risk
Social discontent and higher uncertainty may hide surprises in the European Parliament election result.
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Lecture on the first Trojan War
The lecture The First Sack of Troy and the Second will uncover secrets of the lesser known Trojan War.
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Distance does not deter political involvement
The presence of Greece’s main political parties in Australia might not have much pull, but allegiances still remain strong, even if it’s more ideological than participatory.