Greek flag raised at Melbourne’s Federation Square in honour of Independence Day

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On Tuesday, March 25, Melbourne’s Federation Square became a poignant site of commemoration as the Greek flag was proudly raised to mark Greece’s Independence Day.

The morning ceremony commenced at 9am and was attended by a small but significant delegation, reflecting the moment’s patriotic and symbolic value.

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Official dignitaries present included the Ambassador of Greece to Australia, Stavros Venizelos, the Consul General of Greece in Melbourne, Dimitra Georgantzoglou, and Victoria’s Greek National Day Council Chair Sophia Siachos, among many others.

During the event, the national anthems of both Greece and Australia echoed through the square, reinforcing the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.

Though brief in duration, the event held great meaning for the Greek Australian community, serving as a heartfelt reminder of their enduring presence and invaluable contributions to Melbourne’s cultural landscape.

The ceremony came just two days after the euphoria of the Greek parade returning to the Shrine after five years.

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