New leadership elected for the Hellenic Club of Canberra

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The Hellenic Club of Canberra has announced its newly elected Board of Directors for the 2024/2025 term, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of the city’s most iconic cultural institutions. 

The new Board was elected unopposed, demonstrating the membership’s confidence in the leadership team tasked with steering the club through the next year.

The new Board consists of:

  • President: Steve Kartsonas 
  • Vice Presidents: James Koundouris and Eleni Notaras 
  • Treasurer: Vicki Sofatzis 
  • Directors: Jim Andriopoulos, Nikos Kalogeropoulos, Angelo Konstantinou, Stef Pashalidis and Andrew Satsias

The new Board’s official tenure will begin at the conclusion of the Hellenic Club’s 54th Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held at 4pm on Sunday, 27 October 2024 at the club’s Woden location. 

The meeting will provide an opportunity for members to reflect on the achievements of the past year, as well as look ahead to new goals under the leadership of Mr Kartsonas and his team.

In addition to the election of the new board, the AGM will include the presentation of the club’s Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ending 30 June 2024. Members are encouraged to attend and participate, as the Board looks to maintain transparency and collaboration in all aspects of club operations.

The Hellenic Club has long been a cultural and social hub for the Greek community in Canberra. Under this new leadership, it is poised to continue its mission of preserving Hellenic heritage, fostering community, and adapting to the evolving needs of its members. 

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