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Steve Georganas joins diaspora leaders in Athens for WHIA Assembly planning
Federal MP for Adelaide Steve Georganas, vice-president of the World Hellenic Inter-Parliamentary Association (WHIA), has met with the Speaker of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis, in Athens ahead of the …
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Greece replaces minister who quit over graft probe
Greece’s government on Saturday said it had replaced Makis Voridis a day after the migration minister resigned over claims he defrauded European farm subsidies while holding the agriculture brief. Government …
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Mel Gibson visits Mount Athos for spiritual retreat
Australian actor and director Mel Gibson has arrived at Hilandar Monastery on Mount Athos, seeking a period of spiritual reflection away from public life. The Hollywood star is expected to …
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Greek Community of Melbourne president recognised for legal leadership in national awards
Bill Papastergiadis, president of the Greek Community of Melbourne, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Australian Law Awards, highlighting his professional contributions as a leading figure in the …
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Greece’s migration minister latest to quit in widening EU subsidies scandal
Greece’s migration minister Makis Voridis resigned on Friday, the government announced, after claims that he was involved in a European farm subsidies fraud when he held the country’s agricultural development …
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Greek-Chinese teen aces exams to enter top university in Athens
An 18-year-old from Volos in Greece, Enhui Pan, is among the top-performing candidates in this year’s Panhellenic university entrance exams, securing admission to the Athens top university. Enhui Pan was …
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Psara Island: ‘Freedom or Death’, where heroes are made
I visited Psara which has a history that dates back to the Mycenaeans for the commemoration of the tragic slaughter of locals in 1824. Some people are aware of my …
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Better times ahead for economy, despite global woes
Australia’s economy is tipped to strengthen over the next few years despite the uncertain global backdrop, but may stagnate without serious tax reforms. While Australia’s economic growth hit speed bumps …
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Young Greek swimmers shine at European U23 Championships
Apostolos Siskos has claimed the first gold medal of his career at the European U23 Swimming Championships, currently underway in Samorin, Slovakia. The 20-year-old Greek swimmer lived up to expectations …
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The Greek influence etched into Melbourne’s urban fabric
From Federation Square to the lemon tree-lined streets of Oakleigh, the mark of Greek heritage runs deep in Melbourne. Whether in geometry, mythology, or post-war migration design, Greek influence has …