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Former Metropolitan Amphilochios of Ganos and Chora passes away

The former Metropolitan of Ganos and Chora, Amphilochios, died on Sunday, February 15, Archimandrite Nektarios Pokkias announced.

Veteran Greek Australian journalist Takis Efstratiadis dies aged 91

The Greek Australian community is mourning veteran journalist Takis Efstratiadis, who has died aged 91. Read more here.

Pioneering Cretan lyra musician Aspasia Papadaki passes away

Aspasia Papadaki, regarded as the first female lyra player of Crete, Greece, has died at the age of 94 years old.

Beloved South Melbourne FC figure Filio Valkanis passes away

The football community is mourning the passing of Filio Valkanis, a cherished and long-time supporter and Life Member of South Melbourne FC.

Former Princess Irene of Greece dies aged 83 in Madrid

Former princess Irene of Greece and Denmark, sister of Queen Sofía of Spain and the late Constantine II, has died aged 83.

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Opinion

Love, language and belonging: A Valentine’s Day story about choosing to be Greek

I must have been five, maybe six, watching my neighbour flip lamb on the barbecue while Greek music drifted from inside.

The Greek Herald addresses allegations linked to Cyprus Community of NSW Federal Court proceedings

The Greek Herald responds to claims circulated to Cyprus Community members, addressing allegations linked to Federal Court proceedings.

Adelaide Writers’ Week and Ariadne’s Thread: Can cultural institutions navigate complexity?

The immediate debates in the wake of the Adelaide Festival Board’s decision to remove Randa Abdel-Fattah from the 2026 program.

 

 

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