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The mysterious beacon of Lemnos – and its Australian connection

Two years ago my research revealed the location of the Australian Pier on Lemnos, a pier that was originally erected by Australian soldiers in 1915 and which stands to this …

Dialogue

Lockdown in Oakleigh – a Melburnian Greek girl returns to her roots

For more than 20 years I have lived in a  Richmond flat within walking distance of the Melbourne CBD. Fat lot of good that did me in early March with  social distancing …

Dialogue

COVID-19 pandemic is our chance to lean how to reuse old medicines

It’s usually illegal to reuse leftover medicines in the UK for any purpose. But as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the government has released guidance that allows this to …

Life

Here’s why Cara Hoffman chose Athens as the setting for her prize-winning ‘Running’

Cara Hoffman’s latest book, Running, takes place largely in Athens because she says she has always been “captivated by the layered histories revealed in the city, the character of different …

Life

European Commission sets guidelines for European travel to resume

The European Commission presented a package of guidelines and recommendations to help the EU member states gradually lift travel restrictions and allow tourism businesses to reopen, after months of lockdown, …

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Victorian Tribunal upholds Monash Council’s decision to refuse proposed development on former Oakleigh South school site

Monash Council’s decision to refuse a proposed development of 89 townhouses on a former school site in Oakleigh South has been upheld by the Victorian Civil and Appeals Tribunal (VCAT). …

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NUGAS elect new committee in online annual general meeting

National Union of Greek-Australian Students (NUGAS) members held their annual general meeting last Monday afternoon. This time however, things were a little different as the event was held online via …

Sport

Greek Super League clubs hit dead end with players over contract negotiations

It remains unknown when the Greek Super League teams will enter the pitch to complete the season, as they remain stuck in a struggle with their players over discussions regarding …

Features

Vale Jack Mundey, Australia Greek Solidarity Campaign patron and labour leader

This week Sydney lost one of its finest. The labour movement lost one of its great militants. The Australia Greece Solidarity Campaign (AGSC) mourns the passing of Jack Mundey. Jack …

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COVID-19 and tax time: What you can claim this financial year

The end of this financial year may bring on one of the most confusing tax times yet. Many employees have purchased new equipment and are relying on their home and …

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