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Port becomes political football but is ‘not for sale’
The leaseholder of a major Australian port has lamented becoming “a political football”, reiterating the facility is not for sale. On a day involving an unfortunate interaction with a different …
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A feast for the fast: Chora’s Easter celebration of Hellenic culinary living heritage
Chora – The Heart of Northcote hosted a nistisimo (fasting) dinner on Thursday March 20, curated by celebrated cookbook author Meni Valle. Over 100 guests gathered in the Axion Estin …
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Why the Roman Empire dominates our imagination
Heard the masses muttering, “Have you thought of the Roman Empire today?” Seen the countless, often-hilarious memes of men contemplating the gods, gladiators, and glory of ancient Rome? All the …
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Diatribe: The many faces of the Bourbaki
Years ago, I caused to be posted on social media, a copy of a painting depicting a foustanella clad gentleman crossing the Sturt Desert. In the accompanying caption, I informed …
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The Origins of Peace: John Martino on Olympia and the birth of the Olympic Games
John A. Martino and Michael P. O’Kane’s historical novel ‘Olympia and the Birth of the Olympic Games’ takes readers to the dawn of an “ancient Hellenic civilisation” following the Greek …
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Women defy stereotypes in Melbourne and Canberra Epiphany ceremonies
While it is customary for men to dominate the retrieval of the Holy Cross during Theophany celebrations, it was two women, one in Melbourne and another in Canberra, who defied …
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Diatribe: Before midnight
Every New Year’s Eve, wherever I may find myself, as I watch the passage of the dial across the clock until midnight, I hear the words of Cavafy’s poem “Since …
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Medical help arrives by sea to Greece’s isolated islands
Outside the school of one of Greece’s smallest inhabited islands, Sikinos, two massive trucks have braved an eight-hour sea voyage to bring residents much-needed medical expertise in the depths of …
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What’s On November 2-9: Music, festivals, food and more to celebrate Greek culture
VIC Book Launch: John Berger and Me The acclaimed author Christos Tsiolkas will join Nikos Papastergiadis in a conversation to mark the occasion of his new book in this free …
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What’s On October 26 to November 2: Celebrating Greek culture with music, food, festivals and more
VIC Olympia & Yitonia Rooftop Party – Oxi Day Join Olympia and Yitonia for an unforgettable day of music, culture, and celebration in honour of Oxi Day. There will be …