Irene Anesti stands down as President of OEEGA NSW

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President of the Organisation of Hellene and Hellene Cypriots of Australia (OEEGA NSW), Irene Anesti, is handing over the baton of Presidency following a decision made by the Executive Council.

Irene has been the soul of OEEGA NSW for several decades, however, she will be stepping down from the prominent role for health reasons.

The new President of OEEGA NSW will be Poppy Skalkos, a remarkable and active member of the Organisation’s Administration for years.

Following a unanimous decision made by the Executive Board, Irene will remain the Honorary President of OEEGA NSW, who together with the Board of Directors will provide every assistance to the new President, Mrs Skalkou.

The new Board of Directors is:

  • President – Poppy Skalkos
  • Vice President – Vicky Sirius
  • Honorary President – Irene Anesti
  • Secretary – Sylvia Tserdanis
  • Assistant Secretary – Ivi Georgakakos
  • Treasurer – Chrysanthi Petridis
  • Assistant Treasurer – Christina Kalligas
  • Public Relations – Dimitra Skalkos
  • Members – Despina Kekatou, Katerina Vali, Soula Gerasimou Litsa Diakovassilis

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