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Former president plans comeback for Greek Elderly Citizen Clubs Federation amid legal dispute
Giannis Kostoulias said to Neos Kosmos that he would run again for the presidency of the Federation of Greek Elderly Citizen Clubs of Melbourne and Victoria. After many years as …
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Greek government reaffirms Australia’s support for Greece in Parthenon Sculptures dispute
A Greek government source told Neos Kosmos that, “Canberra remains a staunch supporter of the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Athens”. “Australia remains one of Greece’s strongest supporters of …
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Historic church in Ithaca, with ties to Australia heading towards oblivion and ruin
This year in Ithaca, the patron saint of Exogi, Agia Marina, will not be honoured with the traditional decorations for her feast day on July 17th. Nor will any church …
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Massive Paphos wildfire forces evacuations and destroys homes
A massive wildfire in Paphos, Cyprus, forced the evacuation of three villages and destroyed numerous homes and animals on Tuesday. The villages of Psathi, Choulou, and Lemona were evacuated as …
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Greece finds ‘unique’ Minoan hilltop complex near new Crete airport
Greece’s culture ministry on Tuesday said archaeologists had discovered a “unique” monumental Minoan building atop a hill on Crete overlooking the island’s planned new international airport. The ministry in a …
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New Democracy leads 2024 European Elections in Oceania with highest votes
In the recent European elections, only 494 Greek expatriates from Australia and New Zealand cast their votes, out of the 835 registered voters. The Oceania election results: New Democracy (ND): …
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NUGAS elects new board for 2024-2025 at AGM
The National Union of Greek Australian Students (NUGAS) held its AGM last Monday, attended by various Victorian university Greek clubs. The outgoing executive committee presented their reports, and proposed constitutional …
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Melbourne’s Greek Community to commemorate 50th anniversary of Turkish Invasion of Cyprus
On Sunday, July 21, the Greek community in Melbourne will gather to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. The event, which has been meticulously planned for …
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Græcia Gallica: The Greek Diaspora in France
Greek-French political scientist and regular contributor to Neos Kosmos, Dr. Georges Tassiopoulos, will present an online-only lecture, “Græcia Gallica: The Greek Diaspora in France,” on Thursday, 20 June 2024, at …
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Cost of living relief budget focus despite debt hike
The Queensland government is set to spend big on cost-of-living relief, with the treasurer arguing it will be worthwhile despite the likelihood of a budget deficit. Treasurer Cameron Dick’s fifth …