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Trailblazer and advocate: Sofia Mastoris OAM passes away at 86
The Greek-Australian community is mourning the loss of Sofia Mastoris OAM, a pioneering leader and founding member of the Hellenic Women’s Federation of Victoria. Sofia, who passed away at the …
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Greek Community president meets new Consul General in Melbourne
The President of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), Bill Papastergiadis OAM, recently met with the new Consul General of Greece in Melbourne, Dimitra Georgantzoglou, following her assumption of duties. …
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The ICEM legacy: How Greece and Australia forged a migration path to new beginnings (Part 1)
It was December 1951, over seventy-three years ago, when the Intergovernmental Committee for European Migration (ICEM) was established, with Greece and Australia among its founding members. For the vast majority …
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Head to replace Konstas as Aussie opener for first Test
Travis Head will replace Sam Konstas at the top of Australia’s batting order for the first Sri Lanka Test despite the teenager’s heroics in the triumphant India series. Captain Steve …
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George Kambosos Jr set for Sydney return on March 22
George Kambosos Jr, the former lightweight world champion, has announced his highly anticipated return to Sydney after eight years. The Greek Australian boxer will make his debut in the 140-pound …
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Thousands gather for Panagia Kamariani Festival in Red Hill
Thousands of Greek Australians flocked to the two-day festival organised by the Holy Monastery of Panagia Kamariani in Red Hill to mark Australia Day. The event, especially on Sunday, drew …
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Preserving Greek Traditional Dances: The Pegasus Dance Academy’s mission
In 1988, dance instructor Sotiris Sotiriou founded the “Pegasus” Dance Academy with the aim of preserving and disseminating Greek traditional dances dating back over 2,500 years. His vision centered on …
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Gangland figure killed in daylight targeted shooting
High-profile gangland figure and former Mongols bikie Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim has reportedly been shot and killed. A man was shot in a car park on High Street at Preston …
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Greek Community Home for the Aged hosts successful Australia Day BBQ
The Greek Community Home for the Aged served as a site of recognition and celebration during this year’s Australia Day events, honouring the country’s rich multiculturalism and crucially the traditional …
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PWII tennis player Andriana Petrakis comes third overall at Australian Open
Leading PWII tennis player Andriana Petrakis took part in some events at the Australia Open this month, where she came third overall in doubles and singles. It was at the …