AHEPA Australia holds 69th National Convention

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AHEPA Australia held their 69th National Convention Opening event on Friday, February 9 at the Ramsgate RSL Club.

During the Convention, several significant matters were addressed, including diaspora voting rights legislation in Greece and the impacts it will have on Greek Australians. 

Traditional dances were also performed by the Aristotelian Academy of Traditional Dancing.

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People enjoyed dance performances at the Convention. Photo: Supplied.
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The AHEPA Convention highlighted people who make a difference in the community. Photo: Supplied.
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Guests enjoying the 90th celebration. Photo: Supplied.

The event welcomed many special guests including Bishop Christodoulos of Magnesia; National President of AHEPA Australasia, George Lianos; Sophia Noraras, Vice President of AHEPA Australasia; Founder & Chairman of the International Organising Committee for the Restitution of the Parthenon Marbles, Emanuel John Comino AM; AHEPA in NSW President Theo Skhinas; NSW District Lodge President (Daughters of Penelope) Maria Alexandrou; President of the Pan Thessalian Association, Asterios Tsitzas; President of Hellenic Village Limited, George Mpliokas; President of the Pan Arcadian Federation Club, Peter Vakas; and all current and past presidents, officers and members of AHEPA Australia.

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There were many special guest in attendance. Photo: Supplied.
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Important issues were addressed at the Convention. Photo: Supplied.
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The event commenced at 7 pm. Photo: Supplied.

Mr Lianos gave a speech at the Convention which acknowledged officials, members and guests.

“Our members are our biggest strength, and it is their efforts that have made a difference. We will continue volunteering to raise funds for philanthropic causes, as well as for medical research, support cultural events and implement educational projects,” Mr Lianos said in his speech.

“We have a large number of members who improve our community every day with their actions…”

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