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Australian reception marks Cyprus’ journey of independence and EU integration

The High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus in Australia, Antonis Sammoutis, hosted an official reception at the Hellenic Club of Canberra on Thursday, October 31 to mark three significant occasions. The event was held to...

Annual service in Melbourne marks anniversary of the Armistice of Mudros

The Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne held its annual commemorative service on 31 October 2024, marking the 106th anniversary of the Armistice of Mudros. The historic agreement, signed on 30 October 1918 aboard HMS Agamemnon...

Greek football clubs respond to new National Second Tier format

National Second Tier (NST) Foundation Clubs, South Melbourne FC and Sydney Olympic FC, have both responded to Football Australia's (FA) recent announcement on the competition's new format and start date. According to a media release issued...

Australia turns blue and white for OXI Day celebrations

The 84th anniversary of OXI Day was celebrated this year with a number of wreath laying ceremonies, dancing and heartfelt speeches by Greek diaspora communities across Australia. Here’s how the commemorations went down throughout the country. New...

Greek language challenges and solutions: Insights from Dr Galantomos’ Sydney visit 

Ioannis Galantomos is a Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Thessaly, with a strong academic background in Greek literature and linguistics. He holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and has taught at several...

Pontoxeniteas NSW unites generations at annual Dinner Dance celebration

Pontoxeniteas NSW hosted a memorable and heartwarming annual Dinner Dance on Saturday, October 26 at the Greek Community Club in Lakemba. The evening was a joyous celebration of Pontian heritage, honouring those who continue to preserve...

Full house and festive vibes close 29th Greek Film Festival in Sydney

The 29th Greek Film Festival of Sydney came to a spectacular close on Sunday, October 27, with a sold-out crowd enjoying a memorable night of celebration, fine cocktails, and captivating cinema at Palace Cinema Norton...

Creative spirit celebrated at Sydney’s Greek Student Film Festival

The 12th Greek Student Film Festival returned to Sydney on Sunday, October 27, showcasing the creativity and talent of young filmmakers studying and speaking the Greek language. Held at Leichhardt’s Palace Norton Street Cinema as...

‘Eyes firmly on the future’: GOCSA President speaks out after failed reunification vote

The President of the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia (GOCSA), Peter Gardiakos, has issued a statement after members voted against a motion aimed at reunifying with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) after...

Greek community gathers at ‘Little Greece’ in Sydney for annual OXI Day ceremony

Greek and Australian politicians, diplomats, community and religious leaders gathered at 'Little Greece' in Sydney's Inner West on Saturday, October 26 for the annual OXI Day commemoration event. The event is an annual initiative by the...

Greek Film Festival returns to Canberra with celebratory three-day event

After a three-year hiatus, the Greek Film Festival made a much-anticipated return to Canberra from October 25-27, drawing in audiences eager to celebrate the best of Greek cinema. The event, organised in collaboration between the...

OXI Day: Your guide to upcoming events across Australia

It’s that time of the year again as Greek communities around Australia prepare to commemorate OXI Day. Observed each year, OXI Day commemorates then-Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas’ refusal to Italy’s Benito Mussolini to give free...

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New entertainment zone ‘Arcadia’ opens at the Hellenic Club of Canberra

The Hellenic Club of Canberra at Woden has opened a new entertainment zone with more than 25 attractions for Canberra residents. Set across 260 square...

South Melbourne FC push for glory as OFC Pro League reaches crunch time

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Childcare worker wins $41k in unfair dismissal case after workplace dispute

A childcare centre worker has received $41,061 in compensation from the Fair Work Commission after being unfairly dismissed last October following his questioning of...

Zoe Kapolos calls for Federal Government to enshrine menstrual leave in law

Diagnosed with endometriosis two years ago, 21-year-old Zoe Kapolos is petitioning the Federal Government for specific menstrual leave for women with endometriosis and adenomyosis...

Sydney Harbour views blocked as Bradfield Park compound sparks community anger

Residents near Bradfield Park South, a foreshore stretch beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, say their once unobstructed views of the Sydney Opera House and...