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Fears the Twelve Apostles will be affected by gas
A new gas extraction project has been approved in Victoria for the first time in 10 years and the government has not ruled out ticking off new exploration sites in …
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Macquarie University to cut Modern Greek Program amid community outcry
Macquarie University is set to terminate four languages, among which is Modern Greek, in what is a critical blow to its study at tertiary level. The President of the Macquarie …
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Chris Christofi aims to raise $120,000 to help the homeless
Melbourne businessman, philanthropist, and Vinnies CEO Sleepout Ambassador Chris Christofi, founder and CEO of Reventon, has set a fundraising target of raising $120,000 as part of this year’s mission to …
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Early fires an ominous Greek summer warning: experts
A year after one of Greece’s worst wildfire seasons left over 20 people dead, a record-breaking warm winter and high spring temperatures are raising fears of another fierce summer. According …
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AGAPI Care farewells Radiothon fundraising and celebrates Sunday of the Disabled
AGAPI Care celebrated Sunday of the Disabled at their head office in Preston, marking the farewell to their fundraising Radiothons. The event began with Agapi Care extending gratitude to 3XY …
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Greek language teachers “empowered” by annual conference
The Greek Language Teachers Association of Victoria held its annual conference on Sunday at the facilities of St. John’s College with an impressive turnout, including educators from most private, public, …
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British Museum seeks “realistic solutions” for Parthenon Sculptures after Turkey denies any Ottoman approval for their removal
In an attempt to establish a “new relationship” with Greece, the British Museum is pursuing “realistic solutions” for the Parthenon Sculptures. The announcement follows a significant intervention by Turkey at …
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Philologist and Greek Community language coordinator Alexandros Gannadakis dies unexpectedly overseas
Alexandros Giannadakis, philologist and Greek Community of Melbourne coordinator of ancient Greek courses and adult Greek courses, has unexpectedly passed away. The news was shared by the GCM with a …
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Community mourns the loss of musician and performer Christos Ioannidis
Australia’s Greek community is mourning the loss of Christos Ioannidis, an artist who entertained audiences for decades and made significant contributions to the cultural landscape of both the Greek diaspora …
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Cypriot bulk carrier Peace banned from Australian ports for three months
The Cypriot-flagged bulk carrier Peace, operated by Danaos Shipping, has been banned from entering Australian ports for three months after being deemed unseaworthy. The merchant ship is the second such …