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Epiphany 2026: Greek Orthodox communities gather in faith across Australia

From coastlines to rivers, thousands across Australia gathered to mark Epiphany 2026, as Greek Orthodox communities came together in faith.

Henley Beach in SA transformed into Greek summer festival for Epiphany

Thousands gathered at Henley Beach on Sunday, January 11, for the annual Blessing of the Waters ceremony. Read more here.

Historic Epiphany celebrations draw hundreds to Batemans Bay

Hundreds gathered in Batemans Bay to celebrate Epiphany, as young Canberra diver Julian Pilavakis retrieved the Holy Cross.

Panos Morogiannis retrieves the Holy Cross at Canberra Epiphany celebrations

The Greek Orthodox Community and Church of Canberra and Districts hosted the annual Epiphany service in the nation’s capital on Sunday.

Love and luck at Port Melbourne: The real estate agent who caught the cross

Under a mild 17°C summer sky at Princes Pier, Melbourne’s Greek Orthodox community celebrated Theofania (Epiphany) on Sunday, January 11.

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Opinion

What happens to a lease in Greece when a landlord dies?

When a landlord passes away, their rights and obligations do not disappear. Instead, they are transferred to their heirs.

Greece’s new framework for orphaned estates: A challenge for diaspora Greeks

Greece is entering a historic phase of reform in inheritance law, the most extensive overhaul in nearly 80 years.

A dark side of Greece: Part 2

I came across a book of short stories in English by author Konstantina Sozou-Kyrkou, called Black Greek Coffee.

 

 

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