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Steve Georganas MP welcomes historic Sister City agreement between Athens and Adelaide

Adelaide’s strong ties with Greece have reached a new milestone, with the official signing of a Sister City agreement between Adelaide and Athens on the eve of the C40 World Mayors Summit in Rio de...

Dean Kalymniou on Gough Whitlam and the 50-year legacy of the Racial Discrimination Act

Today marks 50 years since the passage of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (RDA) - the landmark legislation that made racial discrimination unlawful in Australia and laid the foundation for a more inclusive and equitable...

‘Love, care and respect’: Chris and Nikolitsa Bakopoulos share the key to 70 years of marriage

It began in a small Greek city by the sea, in the years after war – a chance meeting between two young souls who had already known hardship but still believed in love. Seventy years later,...

Konstantinos Argiros makes history with Sydney Opera House performance

In a landmark moment for Greek music and Australia’s multicultural arts scene, Konstantinos Argiros made history on Monday night as one of the first Greek artists ever to perform at the Sydney Opera House. He...

Democracy on the big screen: Youth shine at the 13th Greek Student Film Festival

The 13th Greek Student Film Festival - staged within the 30th Greek Film Festival of Sydney - filled the cinema with laughter, pride, and plenty of Greek as students premiered short films made in classrooms...

Youth, veterans and faith at the heart of Australia’s OXI Day tributes

In the lead-up to OXI Day (28 October), Greek communities across Australia held a series of heartfelt commemorations honouring Greece’s historic defiance of fascism in 1940 - a moment that continues to inspire generations around...

Sydney teen Mary Palogiannidis to represent Australia at Deaflympics in Japan

With less than 20 days to go until the 2025 Deaflympics kick off in Tokyo, Sydney teenager Mary Palogiannidis is preparing to don the green and gold for the Australian Deaf Football Koalas – the...

Leadership change at The Hellenic Initiative Australia as Nicholas Pappas AM steps down

The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia) has announced a major leadership change, marking the end of an era as Nicholas Pappas AM steps down from his position as President after 12 years of dedicated service. In...

Loverdos wraps up Australian visit in Perth, celebrating Hellenic heritage and ANZAC friendship

Greece's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Greeks Abroad, Ioannis Loverdos, has concluded his official tour of Australia and New Zealand with a visit to Perth, Western Australia. He was warmly received by government, community and...

Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney pays tribute to women of courage and resistance

The Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney hosted a deeply moving and meticulously researched presentation titled Greek Heroines of WWII, marking the 28th of October, OXI Day, and the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second...

Australia to formally recognise World Greek Language Day after earlier UNESCO abstention

A major development for Hellenism worldwide was announced today in Perth - the final stop of Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ioannis Loverdos’ official tour of Australia and New Zealand. In a video, Loverdos revealed that the...

Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ioannis Loverdos strengthens ties in Adelaide visit

Greece's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Greeks Abroad, Ioannis Loverdos, is visiting Adelaide, where he has met with local officials and members of the Greek community to advance diplomatic, cultural, and educational ties between...

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Why Greeks in Australia are rethinking how they manage property in Athens

For many Greeks in Australia, owning a home in Athens is more than an investment. It is a connection to family, identity and the...

Seminar to examine rise of Metaxas regime and fascist influence in interwar Greece

A public seminar examining the political turmoil and ideological forces that shaped modern Greek history will take place in Melbourne next month, with emerging...

Brisbane honours ANZAC spirit with Greek Orthodox memorial services

His Grace Bishop Bartholomew of Brisbane led ANZAC Day commemorations on Saturday, April 25, conducting a Memorial Service at the Parish and Community of...

South Melbourne FC’s Mid-Season Gala showcases unity, growth and ambition

South Melbourne FC proudly hosted its Mid-Season Gala at the Hudson Room within Melrose Receptions, welcoming over 350 guests for a night that celebrated...

St George Thornbury marks feast day and 60 years with community celebration

The Greek Community of Melbourne’s (GCM) St George Church in Thornbury, marked a major milestone on Sunday, April 26, celebrating both its Feast Day and its 60th...