Consul General in Melbourne, Dimitrios Michalopoulos, receives church medal

·

Greek Consul General in Melbourne, Dimitrios Michalopoulos, was awarded on Saturday night an honorary diploma and the Cross of St Andrew during a church service at St Spyridon’s church in Clayton, Melbourne.

The award was given to Mr Michalopoulos by His Grace Bishop Emilianos, on behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, for his devotion to the church and Greek ideals.

Mr Michalopoulos, who’s term as Consul comes to an end in a few days, thanked His Eminence, the Greek community and expatriate politicians, for the recognition.

His speech focused specifically on the unity and cooperation of the Greek community in Melbourne, citing as an example the fight to save Modern Greek Studies at La Trobe.

“The cooperation of the Community and other bodies within the church and the Consulate has brought results,” Mr Michalopoulos said.

Mr Constantinos Papadopoulos (OAM) was also awarded the Silver Cross of St Andrews in November. Photo supplied.

This award came in the face of another recipient of the Silver Cross of St Andrews, Mr Constantinos Papadopoulos (OAM), in November.

Mr Papadopoulos was recognised for his work in the field of education, as well as his over 60 years of service to the church and Greek community.

The retired educator is well-known for playing a prominent role in establishing Modern Greek Studies at the universities of Melbourne, Monash and La Trobe, as well as setting up Greek classes at two Melbourne churches.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Greek glamour meets Aussie pop: Inside the colourful universe of Stavroula Adameitis

Adelaide-born designer Stavroula Adameitis is a creator of bespoke pieces that she describes as ‘wearable art.’

Melbourne seminar to focus on the odyssey of Michel ‘Pablo’ Raptis

Michel Pablo was a twentieth century revolutionary whose life and ideas remain relevant and inspirational until today.

Lawyer Greg Masselos warns NSW workers’ comp changes could devastate frontline workers

Greg Masselos has warned that proposed changes by the NSW government to raise the threshold for claims could have devastating consequences.

Niki Louca shares how to make Focaccia Bread

Niki Louca from My Greek Kitchen shares her favourite recipe for pita bread with The Greek Herald. You can follow her on Instagram.

Greece and Cyprus top global loneliness rankings

A new study conducted by researchers at Emory University has revealed that Greece and Cyprus are home to the world’s loneliest populations

You May Also Like

Cypriot courage remembered: Join the ANZAC Day March, keep their legacy alive 

On Anzac Day we commemorate the bravery and good deeds of Australian, New Zealand and Allied forces over many conflicts.

In Photos: Pancretan Association of Melbourne welcomes Evzones with dinner event

With some lyra and traditional delicacies, the Pancretan Association of Melbourne welcomed the Evzones to the Cretan Village on Tuesday.

New Ambassador of Greece to Australia visits Archbishop Makarios in Sydney

Mr Stavros Venizelos, along with his wife and the Consul General, visited Archbishop Makarios of Australia in Sydney on Friday, March 22.