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Subsidy for Greek household energy-efficient airconditioners
The Greek government hopes a subsidy of up to 500 euros, or 30 percent of the retail price will lead to the installation of 60 000 new energy efficient air conditioners over the ne
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Panhellenic Games in doubt
A lack of financial support from the Greek Government could see the local organisers cancel the Panhellenic Games scheduled for November 2009.
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GOCMV to hold meeting…again
A petition calling for changes to two articles of the GOCMV constitution to allow the introduction of a proportional system of voting is likely to be considered at an extraordinary
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Small businesses to lose jobs
New award conditions announced by the Australian Industry Relations Commission for retail and pharmacy workers may force employers to axe jobs or cut staff hours.
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Black Swan success story
Con Saristavros shares his experience of running Black Swan Dips, one of Australia’s largest producers of dips.
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Judicial noose closing on Siemens scandal suspects
The Siemens bribery scandal saw two Siemens officials being hospitalised and remanded following their testimony, the wife and three daughters of a fugitive executive arrested and a
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Athens climate change conference leads to declaration
A UNESCO sponsored international conference on climate change in Greece led to the signing of the Athens Declaration on Vulnerable Children and Climate Change.
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More inspectors added
100 additional inspectors will be employed to catch fare evaders on public transport in Athens.
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Greek broadcasting regulator bans reality show ‘The moment of truth’
A Greek reality show has been been banned in Greece for being offensive and demeaning for participants.
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Obesity solutions proposed
An inquiry on obesity headed by MP Steve Georganas recommends tax breaks for gyms, bariatic surgery and Medicare for weight loss programs.