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Elderly Greeks learn how to keep in touch with their families the smartphone way

For Christina Ntaliani, the great reward is watching the joy on her elderly students’ faces when they receive their first response from a grandchild to their first message that they …

Pandemic budget 2.0, a window into the treasurer’s soul

What in America they call the State of the Union, in Australia we call the federal budget. As surprising as it may seem, Australian budgets aren’t really about money — …

Guarding the vulnerable from the Guardians

“I don’t know how this guardian was appointed,” Mrs Katina, who has an adult son with a disability, sobs. “I’ve been caring for my son ever since he was born. …

Vale Michelle Papas, business events stalwart dies suddenly from coronary episode

Business events industry stalwart Michelle Papas (Paps) passed away on the weekend following an unexpected coronary episode. Ms Papas was known for her energy and drive within the business events …

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Con Dionyssopoulos, a story which comes straight from the heart

Con Dionyssopoulos, 53, exercised regularly most of his life, in fact he went to the gym a lot and he did not and does not drink or smoke. He would …

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Boursinos’ death could have been prevented, says his brother, as coroner seeks restraint training for bars

Festival founder Spiro Boursinos (Boursine) called triple zero from Elsternwick’s Antique Bar in October 2018, stating he was “about to get f***ing killed”. Held face down by bar owner Sam …

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It’s Heart Week, and an expert highlights some simple tips to prevent a heart attack

This week is Heart Week, which began on Monday, 3 May and ends on Sunday, 9 May and is an opportunity for healthcare professionals to engage with patients about the …

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Pontian Genocide memorial seminar

In a joint event, the Pontiaki Estia and the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCOMV) are teaming up to present a lecture entitled Pontian Genocide Memorial Seminar: William Lloyd and the …

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Celebrating the Greek Revolution: An American photographer in 19th century Athens

One of the scenes that comes to mind when we think of our next trip to Greece is the view as we look up to the Acropolis from its surrounds. …

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Lalor North Primary School kids enjoy Easter

Since 1977, Lalor North Primary School has been the only Greek and Australian bilingual environment with 50 per cent of the lessons in English and Greek from Prep to Year …

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