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Greek Australian Writers’ Festival 2025: Celebrating literary excellence

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Greek Australian Writers’ Festival 2025: Celebrating literary excellence

How does a person’s migrant background affect who they become? How do their parents and mentors shape their destiny?

Who were the Greek pirates sent to Australia as convicts and what became of them?

How do women trapped by tradition break out? What happens when you come out to Greek parents? What is dopamine and how does it control us? Who was the humble priest feeding Sydney’s poor and hungry? Why are retellings of ancient Greek mythology still trending? How did Hellenism manifest on The Silk Road?

These are just some of the themes to be explored at the Greek Australian Writers’ Festival 2025 – a much anticipated event of the 43rd Greek Festival of Sydney.

The Greek Australian Writers’ Festival returns on April 27, 2025 for a 4th year, and is bigger than ever with parallel sessions throughout the day featuring fiction, memoir, essays, non-fiction and photography exploring concepts of identity, migration, culture, history, and the complexity of interconnecting yet disparate cultures.

The Festival will officially host the launch of “Patrimonies: Essays on Generational Thinking” by UNSW Professor George Kouvaros, a deeply personal and profound examination of how those who came before us have left their mark on us.

Also featuring another Greek Australian intellectual Professor Nikos Papastergiadis and his memoir “John Berger and Me” – a reflection on his family, his father and their peasant roots, as well as the influence of his mentor, the esteemed British writer and critic John Berger.

Shelley Dark and her husband John had no idea that he was descended from one of the first Greek convicts sent to the colonies but once she found out she headed to “Hydra in Winter” to tell the story of this Hydriot pirate.

The festival will also focus on women with Koraly Dimitriadis’ short story collection “The Mother Must Die” and Emily Tsokos Purtill’s “Matia”, a matrilineal novel of love in four generations.

Will Kostakis will discuss his award-winning Young Adult Fiction book “We Could Be Something,” a story of a young man coming out to his Greek parents.

We will examine the neurotransmitter of pleasure, dopamine with Dr Anastasia Hronis, delve into the insatiable genre of Greek Mythology and showcase the best of photography books.

“We are so pleased to showcase the Australian literary community engaging in Greek ideas” Dr Helen Vatsikopoulos, Founder and Director of the Greek-Australian Writers’ Festival, said.

“This is an opportunity for people to come to Sydney to connect and reflect upon the stories that continue to shape our shared community.”

“Secure your ticket early and enjoy a day of books and ideas by the coast and of course a ticket ensures that you get authentic Greek food prepared in the kitchen of the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW in Lakemba.”

The festival will be held at the Prince Henry Centre at Little Bay, New South Wales. Books will be on sale and authors available for signings.

Ticket information and the full program details are available on the official festival website: https://greekfestivalofsydney.com.au/program/event/greek-australian-writers-festival-2

Event Details:
  • What: The 2025 Greek – Australian Writers’ Festival
  • Date: Sunday 27 April 2025
  • Times: 9am – 6pm
  • Venue: Prince Henry Centre, 2 Coast Hospital Rd, Little Bay
  • Tickets: $15 + BF – https://www.trybooking.com/CYRBU

Greek Rock takes the spotlight at IHO NYX tribute concert in Sydney

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Greek Rock takes the spotlight at IHO NYX tribute concert in Sydney

Greek Rock made a powerful impact in Sydney on Sunday night as IHO NYX delivered an electrifying tribute concert at The Factory Theatre in Marrickville.

Presented by the Greek Festival of Sydney, the event celebrated one of the lesser-known yet influential genres of Hellenic music.

Taking a departure from their usual tributes to individual artists, IHO NYX showcased a wide selection of songs spanning from the 1970s to today.

The concert featured music by iconic bands such as Trypes, Xylina Spathia, Ypogeia Revmata, Pyx Lax, and artists including Papakonstantinou, Sidiropoulos, Yiokarinis and Tzimis Panousis. Guest performer Carly Yelayiotis also joined the band on stage.

The two-hour performance delivered familiar favourites and lesser-known gems.

The sold-out event was met with an enthusiastic response, highlighting the enduring appeal and cultural richness of Greek Rock in Australia.

Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

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Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

Local Labor member for Cooper, Ged Kearney today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will support the upgrades of both the Northcote and Reservoir senior citizens centres, providing in total $20,000 in funding.

The centres are predominantly used by the Greek Ex-Servicemen’s Elderly Citizens Club of Darebin and Districts.

The first $10,000 election commitment will support the refurbishment of the kitchen in the Northcote Senior Citizens Centre and update to the sound system, allowing for local multicultural community groups to use the space for events and functions.

Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

The second $10,000 election commitment for the Reservoir Senior Citizens Centre will support upgrades to the facilities. This will include new tables and chairs, a reverse cycle air conditioner and a new notice board helping to make the centre more welcoming for all communities to enjoy.

These centres play an important role in providing meeting spaces for several multicultural community organisations in Cooper and this will ensure that these meeting spaces are a vibrant and inviting place to gather.

Northcote and Reservoir centres used by Greek seniors to receive $20,000 in Labor pledge

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Ms Kearney said, “These upgrades will help multicultural communities in Cooper have a warm and welcoming space to hold their meetings and events.”

“I have heard from the local community about the need for these upgrades, and this commitment will ensure that multicultural groups in Cooper have the facilities they deserve,” Ms Kearney added.

Coalition pledges $159,000 to support the Greek Festival of Sydney

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Coalition pledges $159,000 to support the Greek Festival of Sydney

The Board of Directors of the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW (GOCNSW) met with David Coleman, Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and Federal Member for Banks, at the Headquarters of the Community at Lakemba on 9 April 2025 and discussed the operations and funding of the Greek Festival of Sydney.

Mr Coleman acknowledged the significant contribution of the Greek Festival of Sydney to the Arts and culture and the promotion of local as well as international artists to the Australian public.

Mr Coleman congratulated GOCNSW President Harry Danalis, the Chair of the Greek Festival of Sydney Nia Karteris, the Board of Directors, and the volunteers who make the festival a highly anticipated annual event.

In recognition of the financial burden to the Community, Mr Coleman pledged a contribution of $159,000 to meet the security cost and other expenses of the Festival, if the Coalition of the Liberal and National Parties win the next federal elections in May.

Mr Danalis thanked Mr Coleman for his pledge and highlighted the fact that this is the first time a Federal politician is making a pledge to assist with a financial contribution the Greek Festival of Sydney.

Such a contribution will make the Festival stronger and it will bring high quality cultural events to the Australian public at large.

Australia Cup triumph for Sydney Olympic FC with 5-2 victory over St George FC

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Australia Cup triumph for Sydney Olympic FC with 5-2 victory over St George FC

Sydney Olympic FC celebrated their qualification to the 5th preliminary round of the Australia Cup on Wednesday night after a 5-2 victory over St George FC in the 4th preliminary round of the competition in the NSW group.

This victory had the signature of all the Sydney Olympic players, who put on a masterclass in the second half at Valentine Sports Park.

Photo: Anthony Sindoni.

Sydney Olympic found themselves trailing 1-0 at halftime with a rather average performance. In the second half, the Sydney Olympic came out transformed with relentless pressing and began to fire at the “Saints.”

In the 47th minute, S. Clark equalised to make it 1-1, and three minutes later, C. Dehmie headed the ball into the net to give them a 2-1 lead. In the 58th minute, S. Clark scored his second goal to make it 3-1, and in the 64th minute.

Dehmie increased the lead to 4-1. In the 82nd minute, the “Saints” pulled one back to make it 4-2, but in the 90th minute, D. Ruiz-Diaz sealed the victory with a thunderous shot from 30 meters, making it 5-2.

Postecoglou unfazed by job speculation ahead of Spurs’ Europa League clash

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Postecoglou unfazed by job speculation ahead of Spurs’ Europa League clash

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has acknowledged growing speculation about his future, admitting that many believe he could be sacked even if Spurs win the Europa League.

Speaking ahead of Thursday’s quarterfinal first leg against Eintracht Frankfurt, the Australian said he is aware of the narrative surrounding his job but remains undeterred in his mission.

“Someone wrote that even if we win it, I’m gone anyway,” Postecoglou told reporters.

“That’s just the general sentiment. If you’re trying to use that as a motivation [to win], you’re not going to win anyway.”

Postecoglou, who joined Spurs with a mandate to overhaul the squad and style of play, said his ambition and focus remain unchanged despite mounting pressure following an underwhelming Premier League campaign.

Photo: Getty Images.

“This is just another struggle, but never through this struggle have I lost the will to fight for what I think is the right thing to do,” he said.

He also pointed to what he sees as a persistent “glass-half-empty rhetoric” around Tottenham, referencing criticism after Mathys Tel took a stoppage-time penalty in the club’s recent win over Southampton instead of Brennan Johnson, who was on a hat-trick.

“The one slight against this club is that it hasn’t been a winner,” Postecoglou said.

“We scored and, somehow, in this alternate universe, everything Tottenham does is negative.”

Spurs will be without Dejan Kulusevski (foot injury) for the match, but nearly the entire squad is otherwise fit for the high-stakes encounter with the Bundesliga’s third-placed side.

Source: ABC.

Greece’s Dauren Kurugliev wins gold at the European Wrestling Championships

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Greece’s Dauren Kurugliev wins gold at the European Wrestling Championships

Dauren Kurugliev’s performance at the European Wrestling Championships was excellent, where he won the gold medal after the final against Osman Nurmagomedov.

Kurugliev defeated his opponent 5-4 and thus reached the top, through his excellent performance, winning the gold medal.

It is worth noting that he is crowned European champion for the third time in a row. After the match, Kurugliev celebrated his victory with the Greek flag.

Kurugliev had undergone surgery six weeks ago for a meniscus problem. However, this problem did not stand in the way of the distinction.

Source: Sport24.

Hellenic Air and Rail Accident official resigns amid Tempi train disaster report controversy

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Hellenic Air and Rail Accident official resigns amid Tempi train disaster report controversy

Deputy Chairman of the Hellenic Air and Rail Accident Investigation Authority (HARSIA), Christos Papadimitriou, has resigned, citing personal and family reasons.

His departure follows controversy over the official report on the deadly Tempi train crash.

In his resignation letter to Deputy Transport Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis, Papadimitriou affirmed the authority had delivered a “thorough and well-constructed report” that would serve the future of Greek rail safety.

However, he highlighted one unresolved issue: the “fireball” that erupted after the collision, killing several passengers.

Hellenic Air and Rail Accident official resigns amid Tempi train disaster report controversy
Deputy Chairman of the Hellenic Air and Rail Accident Investigation Authority (HARSIA), Christos Papadimitriou. Photo: InTime News.

“The only exception concerns the issue of the fireball, which in the unanimous opinion of the council, as stated in the minutes of February 26, 2025, requires further investigation. This is something I have said from the very day the report was presented,” Papadimitriou wrote.

The report, released in late February, attributed the fireball to an “unknown” material, citing input from foreign experts at the Universities of Ghent and Pisa. Those experts have since questioned how their conclusions were represented.

On Monday, Papadimitriou said he would request the removal of any references linking the fireball directly to the collision.

Source: Ekathimerini.

Trump open to EU trade deal following Greek PM Mitsotakis’ remarks

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Trump open to EU trade deal following Greek PM Mitsotakis’ remarks

US President Donald Trump expressed support for Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ remarks on the potential for a mutually beneficial trade agreement between the European Union and the United States.

“I agree. I know him, he’s a good man, I appreciate his comments,” Trump told reporters on Wednesday, April 9, adding, “Yes, a deal can be made with any of them. A deal will be made with China. A deal will be made with every one of them. And there will be fair deals with all of them.”

Earlier, Mitsotakis had told Breitbart News that there is potential for a “win-win” trade deal.

“There is a possibility of finding a win-win solution when it comes to trade, a solution that is mutually beneficial,” he said in the interview.

Mitsotakis added that while reciprocal measures had been announced by the EU, there is still room for negotiation.

“At the end of the day, Europe and the European market is very important to the US and the US is important to Europe, and we need to work out a solution,” he said.

Source: Ekathimerini.

Trump pauses most global tariffs but hikes China rate amid market volatility

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Trump pauses most global tariffs but hikes China rate amid market volatility

US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on his new “reciprocal” tariffs, just hours after they were imposed on imports from dozens of countries.

All trading partners—excluding China—will now face a baseline 10% tariff rate instead of the higher rates unveiled during last week’s “liberation day” announcement.

However, Trump simultaneously escalated tariffs on Chinese goods, increasing them to 125% effective immediately.

China had earlier declared its own tariff hike on US imports to 84%, up from 34%, set to take effect Thursday, April 10.

Trump said the temporary pause was prompted by outreach from more than 75 countries seeking negotiations and by their lack of retaliation.

“I thought that people were jumping a bit out of line… they were getting a little bit yippy, a little bit afraid,” he said.

The surprise move marks another twist in the escalating trade war, which has rattled global markets and diplomatic relations.

It came just days after the White House dismissed reports of a planned pause as “fake news.”

Markets responded swiftly and positively. The S&P 500 surged 9.5%—its biggest one-day gain since 2008—while the Nasdaq rose 12.2%, its second-largest session jump on record.

Trump acknowledged the market’s influence, saying, “The bond market right now is beautiful… I saw last night where people were getting a little queasy.”

Australia, already subject to the minimum 10% tariff, will see no change, though sector-specific duties like those on aluminium and steel remain.

Planned retaliatory tariffs from the EU have also been put on hold, pending implementation.

“Nothing’s over yet,” Trump said. “But we have a tremendous amount of spirit from other countries, including China. China wants to make a deal. They just don’t know how quite to go about it.”

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the tariff strategy a “successful negotiating tactic,” adding, “We are expecting [our allies] to come with their best deal.”

Source: ABC.

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