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Carbon credits ‘not the enemy’ of push towards net zero
The purpose of carbon credits is widely misunderstood and critics are putting climate investment at risk, a summit has been told. “I support efforts to give greater integrity to carbon …
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Dressing fancy and riding bikes, women gather worldwide in solidarity
Women around the world, including Athens, Greece will be dressing fancy and riding their decorated bikes on September 17 as they demand car-free days and car-free zones in the cities. …
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PRONIA hosts educational community event in recognition of Dementia Action Week
In observance of Dementia Action Week, PRONIA extends an invitation to Melbourne’s Greek community for a free, informative event scheduled for Sunday, September 24. Attendees will have the opportunity to …
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People in flooded areas diagnosed with gastroenteritis, respiratory infections
A total of 48 people in the regions of Larissa, Magnissia, Trikala, and Karditsa that experienced severe flooding were diagnosed with gastroenteritis and 65 with respiratory infections on Wednesday, the …
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Ministry to table supplementary budget of 600m euros due to Daniel storm repercussions
The government will table a supplementary budget of nearly 600 million euros over the massive cost to the economy of the ‘Daniel’ storm, National Economy & Finance Minister Kostis Hatzidakis …
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Public consultations called – aimed at making tougher laws against hate speech and hate conduct
Wednesday afternoon, September 13, the Victoria’s Parliamentary Secretary for Multicultural Affairs, Nathan Lambert, and the Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, Nina Taylor, called on multicultural media to inform communities about the …
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Fire too fast for containment lines near NT town
A mega blaze that has been burning for more than a week is racing towards a remote Northern Territory town, tearing through fire breaks. The Barkly Complex fire broke a …
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GCM Schools hold inaugural Annual School Dinner Dance
The first-ever Annual School Dinner Dance, hosted by the Greek Community of Melbourne’s Language and Culture Schools, unfolded on Saturday, September 9, at the Stars International Reception Centre. Marking a …
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Unlocking the mind: Exploring the crucial link between hearing health and cognitive well-being
In an effort to shed light on the often-overlooked connection between hearing health and cognitive well-being, the Food For Thought Network (FFTN) and the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) are …
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Former Belgian Ambassador explores Lemnos’ Anzac sites with guidance from Canadian Diplomat
Recently, Marc Van Den Reeck, the former Ambassador of Belgium to Greece, visited Lemnos to view its connection to the Gallipoli campaign. He followed the advice of his friend, Robert …