The record-low festive allowance of 1.5 bln euros went straight to state coffers, with deposits gaining nothing

Author David Sedaris, known for his sardonic wit, insightful commentary and wicked satire, will be spending the summer in Australia with a national tour in January 2014

Award winning young author Will Kostakis has two novels behind him at the age of 24 – he credits his grandparents for his love of the written word.

French footballer Nicolas Anelka’s ‘anti-Semitic’ salute infuriates Israel.

The Phoenix smashed a 3-1 win out of second on the ladder, Western Sydney Wanderers.

The Ithacan Society Honorary Life Member status was presented to its faithful members, Olga Black and Peter Lecatsas.

The introduction of new advanced classes for children of newly arrived migrants from Greece will begin in early February – in time for the new school year.

Government officials express hopes for an end to recession in the new year as return of troika looms

Police fear a spike in domestic terrorism after hit on the German Ambassador’s home this week

World-beating property developer ends 2013 on the up.