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NSW Greek Orthodox Community calls on Government to support “overlooked” arts practitioners
While acknowledging the Federal Government’s efforts in supporting Australians during the coronavirus pandemic, the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW argues the needs of one of the most severely affected industries …
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How Fronditha’s staff managed to cope with the pandemic
While the coronavirus threat is still present, workplaces are called to be proactive not only in facilitating a COVID-19 safe environment but importantly also taking steps to ensure the well-being …
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Archbishop Makarios briefed on COVID-19 vaccine developments
Accepting an invitation from Victoria University’s Professor Vasso Apostolopoulos, His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, paid a three-day visit to Melbourne this week. The Archbishop met with the Greek Australian …
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Community spirit still alive for Greeks in COVID-19 distress
This weekend marked the successful dispatch of relief goods from the Papaflessas, Kalamata 23 March and Pantrifilia organisations, acting on the appeal to assist community members experiencing financial hardship from …
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Cretans mourn the loss of Anzac veteran Norman Maddock
The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand has issued a statement following the passing of Norman William Maddock on Saturday at the age of 97. The Anzac veteran was …
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Victoria tightens restrictions after spike in coronavirus cases
Victoria becomes the first Australian state or territory to revert back to tighter COVID-19 rules as of Monday 22 June, pushing back on plans to increase the number of patrons …
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No need to be Greek to enjoy ‘The Taverna’, but if you are – even better
Melburnians and Sydney-siders who attended last year’s closing night of the Greek Film Festival, were treated to a cinematic night at The Taverna: where food, love and cultural differences feature …
Dialogue –
Diaspora voting rights to reinvigorate democracy
In July 2019 I met with Prime Minister Mitsotakis and discussed the issue of postal vote from Diaspora. The Prime Minister assured me that he would achieve an outcome for …
Archdiocese of Australia responds to criticism over $6.5 million purchase
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (‘Archdiocese’) makes the following comments in relation to the purchase of a property by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia Consolidated Trust (‘Consolidated Trust’) …
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Lefter Küçükandonyadis, the Greek giant who roared for Fenerbahçe and Turkey
In Turkey, there was one player last century who truly stood head and shoulders above all others, and he was just 169 cm tall. He wasn’t just a great player; …