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Dialogue –
Michael John Osborne: The mortal immortal
On Friday, July 5, 2024, Australia’s Hellenes will bid farewell to the man who, more than any other Greek or non-Greek of the Diaspora, administratively and organisationally strengthened the teaching …
News –
Switzerland return 2000+ year old vases back to Greece
Two ancient Greek marble vases from more than 2000 years ago have been returned to Greece from Switzerland. According to Associated Press, the two plundered vases marked ancient Athenian graves …
News –
A young and vibrant night of Hellenic traditions as “O Periklis” celebrates 9th annual dance
Close to 300 people gathered last Saturday night in Coburg to celebrate Hellenic traditions, music, and dances. The Hellenic Cultural Association of Melbourne “O Periklis” celebrated their 9th Annual Dance …
News –
Health and Wellbeing Women’s Forum and Cancer Fundraiser held at Greek Centre raises awareness and connects cultures
Up to 100 attendees gathered at the Greek Centre Mezzanine in Melbourne for the Whittlesea Multicultural Community Council’s (WMCC) Health and Wellbeing Women’s Forum and Cancer Fundraiser last Sunday. The …
Life –
Presenting Theodoros Tsiakilos’ book ‘Journey to Prasino of Arcadia. What I heard, learned and remember’
Theodoros Tsiakilos delivered a presentation on his book ‘Journey to Prasino of Arcadia. What I heard, learned and remember’, delving deep into the history of his village of origin this …
Sport –
Alex Menelaou promoted to Melbourne Victory A-League squad
Melbourne Victory have elevated Academy graduate Alex Menelaou to the A-League Men’s squad for the 2024/25 season. Menelaou is captain of the Victorian Premier League 1 (VPL1) side, and has …
News –
Nicholas Reece sworn in as 105th Lord Mayor of Melbourne
Long-standing City of Melbourne councillor Nicholas Reece and self-proclaimed “Greek at heart” was sworn in as the 105th Lord Mayor of Melbourne on Tuesday, 2 July. Elected as a councillor …
Dialogue –
Remembering the remarkable legacy of Peter Jasonides: A tower of strength, a polymath, patriot, and my friend
I didn’t know that my most recent exchange with Peter, which ended with “I love you,” would be our last. If I were to script an ending, I wouldn’t change …
Sport –
Tsitsipas claims straight sets win in first round of Wimbledon
Stefanos Tsitsipas has started his Wimbledon campaign with a win against Japan’s Taro Daniel in straight sets, 7-6, 6-4, 7-5. While not an easy win, the No.11 seed-maintained control throughout …
Sport –
Kokkinakis needs to overcome tentative grass-court vibes to make comeback
Thanasi Kokkinakis is not afraid to admit he’s a bit like Bambi on ice when it comes to grass court tennis. “Are you tentative when you play on grass?” he …