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Aleesha Naxakis: From Roselands to the Australia Galaxy Stage

03 / 04 / 2026
Aleesha is a proud second-generation Australian with roots stretching across Greece – from Crete and Kalamata to Lyfkada and Amaliada.
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Tommie Tsiamis: ‘Being Greek is an indescribable feeling’

27 / 03 / 2026
It’s not every day that someone quits a promising career in banking to pursue a career in music, especially in this economy.
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Books

History, heart, and the pull of Crete: Christopher Cosmos’ new novel

14 / 03 / 2026
Speaking with The Greek Herald, Cosmos opened up about how the novel came together – and why it's close to his heart.
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Community

A freddo, 241 and a fresh start: The moment that changed George Kou’s life

03 / 03 / 2026
George Kou shares the powerful story behind his weight loss journey, the turning point in Kalamata, and the decision that transformed his life
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‘Don’t take anything for granted’: Nomiki Hourdas’ story of hope after Multiple Sclerosis

16 / 01 / 2026
When Nomiki (Monica) Hourdas was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2009, she was told her life would never be the same.
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Church & Orthodoxy

‘A completely different experience for the soul’: An Orthodox convert’s first Christmas

22 / 12 / 2025
When we think of Greek Orthodox Christians, our minds usually go to places like America, Australia. Ireland isn’t often part of the picture.
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Lifestyle

From tourist to local: Andrea’s journey to a slower, richer life in Greece 

14 / 11 / 2025
Sydney-born Andrea Smirnneos shares how a holiday twist led her to swap Australia for Athens, embracing the “siga, siga” lifestyle.
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‘Don’t take anything for granted’: Nomiki Hourdas’ story of hope after Multiple Sclerosis

16 / 01 / 2026
When Nomiki (Monica) Hourdas was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2009, she was told her life would never be the same.
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Lifestyle

From tourist to local: Andrea’s journey to a slower, richer life in Greece 

14 / 11 / 2025
Sydney-born Andrea Smirnneos shares how a holiday twist led her to swap Australia for Athens, embracing the “siga, siga” lifestyle.
Read more
People

Aleesha Naxakis: From Roselands to the Australia Galaxy Stage

03 / 04 / 2026
Aleesha is a proud second-generation Australian with roots stretching across Greece – from Crete and Kalamata to Lyfkada and Amaliada.
Read more
Community

A freddo, 241 and a fresh start: The moment that changed George Kou’s life

03 / 03 / 2026
George Kou shares the powerful story behind his weight loss journey, the turning point in Kalamata, and the decision that transformed his life
Read more
People

Tommie Tsiamis: ‘Being Greek is an indescribable feeling’

27 / 03 / 2026
It’s not every day that someone quits a promising career in banking to pursue a career in music, especially in this economy.
Read more

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Eugenia Mitrakas on rebalancing the scales for women and migrants

17 / 03 / 2026
The scales of justice are not just a phrase — they are a powerful symbol rooted in Greek thought and part of our shared Hellenic heritage.
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Australia

Open letter: Theo Maras appeals for unity after Fr Diogenis Patsouris controversy

13 / 03 / 2026
Former President of the GOCSA Theo Maras has issued an open letter calling for unity following the controversy around Fr Diogenis Patsouris.
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Opinion

Balance the Scales: What it will actually take to end gendered violence

07 / 03 / 2026
Each year, International Women’s Day gives us a theme. This year, the United Nations has called on us to “Balance the Scales.”
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