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Cypriots in Canberra honour victims of 1974 Turkish invasion at Australian War Memorial

On Thursday, July 24, members of the Cypriot community in Canberra took part in the Australian War Memorial’s daily Last Post Ceremony to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. While the Last...

Estudiantina of Melbourne deliver sold-out tribute to rebetiko legends

It was a full house at Bird’s Basement on Friday, July 25, as local Greek ensemble Estudiantina of Melbourne returned to the iconic Melbourne venue with Songs of the Soul – a stirring tribute to...

How Sydney’s diaspora shaped Consul General Yannis Mallikourtis’ vision of Greece

As Yannis Mallikourtis concludes his three-year term as Consul General of Greece in Sydney, he departs with vivid memories and a new understanding of what it means to be Greek in the modern world. It...

‘A modern saint’: Tributes flow for much-loved Father Nektarios Zorbalas

An outpouring of love and remembrance has followed the recent passing of Archimandrite Father Nektarios Zorbalas, whose extraordinary life of spiritual leadership and selfless service touched generations of faithful in Sydney and beyond. Born Zacharias Zorbalas...

Beloved Greek Orthodox priest Father Nektarios Zorbalas passes away

Revered Greek Orthodox priest and tireless humanitarian, Father Nektarios Zorbalas, passed away today after a period of declining health. Best known for founding one of Sydney’s longest-running soup kitchens, Father Nektarios began his mission 33 years...

Justice for Cyprus: Sydney prepares to mark 51 years since Turkish invasion

The Cypriot community of New South Wales will once again come together to honour the memory of the fallen and demand justice for the missing, as Sydney prepares to mark the 51st anniversary of the...

Hellenic Club of Canberra unveils exciting upgrades with bistro revamp and new offerings

The Hellenic Club of Canberra is entering an exciting new chapter, unveiling a series of upgrades designed to enhance the member experience and cater to all generations of the community. At the heart of the transformation...

Greek Association of Drummoyne–Five Dock distributes $107,000 in final act of generosity

After decades of service to the Greek Australian community, the “Omonoia” Greek Association of Drummoyne and Five Dock has formally ceased operations - but not before making one final act of generosity. In a special event...

From crisis to compassion: Timos Roussos and his family’s mercy mission in war-torn Cyprus

When Turkish troops landed on the northern shores of Cyprus on 20 July 1974, six-year-old Timos Roussos was sitting on the floor of his family’s home in Lemesos, cradling fear he couldn’t yet understand. He...

A granddaughter returns: Georgia Georgiou retraces her yiayia’s occupied village in Cyprus

The moment 27-year-old Georgia Georgiou handed over her Cypriot ID at the border checkpoint to cross into occupied northern Cyprus, she felt an ache she still struggles to describe. “It was sickening,” she tells The Greek...

Mytilenian Brotherhood of Sydney brings Greek spirit alive with ‘To Tavernaki Mas’

The Mytilenian Brotherhood of Sydney and NSW is keeping Greek culture alive and thriving in 2025 with its heartwarming monthly event, To Tavernaki Mas. On Friday, July 25, the community is invited to gather once...

Review: A Cretan culinary journey with Peter Conistis at Ammos, Brighton-Le-Sands

To mark the first anniversary of Ammos at Novotel, Brighton-Le-Sands, Sydney, acclaimed Greek Australian chef Peter Conistis launched his much-anticipated regional dinner series with an unforgettable evening inspired by the flavours of Crete. Held on...

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Pontian Brotherhood of WA hosts night of culture, dance and music in Perth

The Pontian Brotherhood of St George Western Australia united Perth’s Greek community on Saturday, August 30, hosting its Annual Dinner Dance at the Hellenic...

Greek and Serbian communities unite for 31st Annual Friendship Day in Rooty Hill

The Serbian Orthodox Church–Parish and School Community of St Archdeacon Stephen in Rooty Hill, Sydney will host the 31st Annual Greek-Serbian Orthodox & Cultural...

South Melbourne FC eyes ‘new era’ as Papastergiadis leads post-Maikousis transition

South Melbourne FC has entered a period of transition following the sudden resignation of Club President Nicholas Maikousis, with Chairman Bill Papastergiadis OAM declaring...

GCM Schools launch holiday program linking Greek language with history and art

The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) Schools continue to offer high-quality educational experiences and to strengthen children’s Greek language learning, even during the school...

Woman who allegedly hit chauffeur George Plassaras slapped with two new charges

Lanlan Yang, 23, has been hit with two new charges after allegedly crashing her $1.5 million Tiffany blue Rolls-Royce Cullinan head-on into a van...