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How a Greek Australian under-age bouzouki event helped kids with cancer
Kosmos events began as a way for the underage set to experience the nightclub scene without the booze and in a controlled setting. The events organised were never strictly Greek …
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Top 10 must-eat dishes when in Greece
Aside from the famous souvlaki that can only be experienced in its full glory in Greece (let’s not kid ourselves), there are plenty more options when it comes to Greek …
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A Greek Festival is coming to Preston
St John’s College is proving that the community spirit is alive and well in Preston. Next month, the school is hosting a Greek Festival with lots of fun for the …
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Meet ‘My Kitchen Rules’ stars at this weekend’s Halloumi Festival
Fans of My Kitchen Rules (MKR) will have the chance to meet two of the show’s contestants at the Cyprus Halloumi Festival this weekend. Season 10’s Mick and Jodie-Anne Barlow …
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Greek government finds 200 votes in initial agreement for voting by Greeks abroad
Greek political parties reached consensus on Tuesday on a draft bill that will allow Greek expatriates to vote in Greek elections by postal vote from their country of residence. The …
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A wonderful display of aromas and flavours from Lefkada
Renowned Lefkadian chef, Evi Voutsina was honoured over the weekend by the Lefkadian Cultural Association at its annual event, Aromas & Tastes from Lefkada. Hosted on Sunday at Normanby House, the …
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Greek Orthodox priests refuse to perform funeral services for those who choose cremation
Greek Orthodox priests of Thebes and Livadia, central Greece, said that they would refuse to perform funeral services for people who were cremated. They reasoned that the practice goes against …
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New scientific evidence proves Naxos was inhabited 200,000 years ago
According to new scientific evidence acquired as part of the Stelida Naxos Archaeological Project, Naxos island was inhabited by Neanderthals and earlier humans up to at least 200,000 years ago. …
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Skeletons uncovered near lake in India believed to belong to Greeks
Roopkund is a high altitude glacial lake in the state of Uttarakhand in Northern India, sitting at 5,000 meters high. Researchers have found piles of human skeletons in the lake …
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Dimitria, 35th Sister-Cities Festival builds bridges between Melbourne and Thessaloniki
Enjoy the celebration of Greek and Australian cultures as the White Tower Festival shines a light on both. The Dimitria and 35th Sister-Cities Festival kicks off this weekend: Saturday, 26 …