Metropolitan Iakovos of Ireland visits Australia

·

His Eminence Metropolitan Iakovos of Ireland has arrived in Australia and visited the headquarters of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) in Sydney on Thursday, January 16.

During the visit, Metropolitan Iakovos was warmly welcomed by His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia and clergy from the GOAA.

Metropolitan Iakovos toured the recently renovated Cathedral of the Annunciation of Our Lady in Redfern, before meeting with the Archbishop in his office.

During the meeting, Archbishop Makarios provided an overview of the history and work of the GOAA, while also extending heartfelt wishes to Metropolitan Iakovos as he fulfills his role in Ireland.

Archbishop Makarios expressed gratitude for the Metropolitan’s visit and wished him an enjoyable stay in Australia.

In response, Metropolitan Iakovos thanked Archbishop Makarios for his warm hospitality and praised the Archbishop for his dedicated leadership, wishing him continued strength and success in his work.

greek film festival sydney new

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

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

Advertisement

Latest News

The man for all jobs: How a Greek migrant turned setbacks into 7-figure success

When Christof Mantzanas stepped off the plane in Melbourne on 10 March 2015, he had just $1,000 in his pocket.

Jimmy’s Kitchen brings authentic Greek hospitality to The Rocks

Sydney diners can now experience the warmth, flavour, and soul of a traditional Greek taverna without the flight to Greece.

Greek Community of Melbourne enhances safety with defibrillator training seminar

The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) took a notable step towards enhancing community safety by organising a defibrillator training seminar.

Wills without the Trojan War

After nearly 15 years in the legal industry, I’ve lost track of how many matters I’ve worked on involving family disputes over estates.

From tech to health: Greek Australians driving innovation in 2025

Australia’s Top 100 Innovators celebrate those who turn setbacks into breakthroughs. This year, three Greek Australians are among them.

You May Also Like

Pharos Working Party holds talks with Victorian government to save Greek in public schools

The Pharos Working Party held discussions with the Victorian government to save Modern Greek in public schools.

What you’ve missed during King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s royal tour of Australia

King Charles III and Queen Camilla touched down in Sydney for their first full day of engagements during their royal tour.

St John’s College students to launch song focused on mental health for World Children’s Day

St John’s College students are banding together to write an original song in support of Kids Helpline and World Children’s Day.