Morrison Government commits $320,000 to upgrade Kogarah Greek Orthodox church

·

A re-elected Morrison Government has committed to provide $320,000 to the Greek Orthodox Parish and Community of Kogarah for much needed accessibility upgrades.

In a statement, Liberal Member for Banks, David Coleman, said the funding would deliver a much-needed improvement to the accessibility of the church building.

Liberal Member for Banks, David Coleman, visits Kogarah Greek Orthodox church and meets with Bishop Christodoulos of Magnesia and Board President, Nickolas Varvaris.

“The Greek Orthodox Church in Kogarah is a longstanding and important institution in our community,” Assistant Minister Coleman said.

“I am pleased to announce that a re-elected Morrison Government will ensure safe and equitable access for the thousands of parishioners who frequent the church.”

READ MORE: Kogarah’s Greek Orthodox parish delivers thousands of chocolate Easter eggs to kids in hospital.

Renovation work at Kogarah Greek Orthodox church in Sydney.

Renovations will involve the removal and replacement of the existing and unsafe accessibility ramp, the raising of the entry platform to the same level as that of the church entrance and expand the entry patio for easier exit and entry to the building.

Liberal candidate for Barton, John Goody, said essential upgrades like these are only possible because of the Morrison Government’s strong economic management.

READ MORE: Greek Orthodox church in Kogarah receives $40,000 grant to render outside facade.

Mr Coleman speaking with Bishop Christodoulos, Mr Varvaris, Father Athanasios and members of the Ladies Auxiliary.

“The Coalition’s economic plan is working, ensuring that we can continue to deliver important infrastructure upgrades for the local community,” Mr Goody said.

“Only the Morrison Government has a plan to continue delivering a strong economy and a stronger future for our community.”

READ MORE: Greek Orthodox church in Kogarah receives $20,000 grant to upgrade entrance doors.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

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

Advertisement

Latest News

Greece, Cyprus and Australia join condemnation of Israeli settlement plans

Greece, Cyprus, Australia were among 25 countries in a joint declaration condemning Israel’s plans to build settlements in the E1 area.

Magna Graecia – Part 6: The eternal return

Across this series, we have journeyed through the Greek settlements of southern Italy, tracing how Hellenic civilisation spread.

Kiato: Greece’s seaside town loved by locals and the diaspora

Kiato is a seaside town, about 25 kilometres from Korinthos on the northern coast of the Peloponnese. On the national highway.

Changing your name and surname abroad and in Greece

It is generally known that in Greece to live and work many foreigners have acquired Greek citizenship by naturalisation or by determination.

Action over inertia: Building the future of the Greek diaspora in Australia

It is necessary that we now be led to the need of finding mechanisms that will halt the demographic withering, the social inertia and the cultural thinning.

You May Also Like

The Lygoyris family hope to reunite with their 99-year-old great grandfather this Christmas

Selina and George Lygoyris say their greatest Christmas wish was for their three children to see their 99-year-old great grandfather.

Turkish Foreign Minister accepts invitation to visit Athens

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has accepted an invitation by his Greek counterpart to visit Athens.

95-year-old Konstantinos Chatziemmanouil wins gold at World Masters Athletics

95-year-old runner Konstantinos Chatziemmanouil has won gold medals at the World Masters Athletics Championships 2024 in Gothenburg, Sweden.