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Melbourne seminar to focus on the Albanian diasporic identity in Greece

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Melbourne seminar to focus on the Albanian diasporic identity in Greece

The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) will present an online-only lecture about the Albanian Diaspora in Greece on June 15 at 7pm.

Join Rexhina Ndoci, a PhD Candidate from The Ohio State University, for an engaging talk on “Language and Ethnic Identity: Constructing the Albanian Diaspora in Greece.”

This lecture is part of the Greek History and Culture Seminars and will be delivered online via Facebook and YouTube, ensuring widespread accessibility for all attendees.

Rexhina Ndoci is specialising in sociolinguistics and language contact. With a strong background in English and Greek Languages and Literatures from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, she is currently pursuing her PhD in Linguistics at The Ohio State University.

Ndoci’s research focuses on the linguistic construction of Albanianness in Greece and the social perception of Albanian-accented Greek. She employs various research methodologies, including experimental, discourse analytic, and ethnographically informed methods. Furthermore, Ndoci serves as a teaching assistant for undergraduate linguistics courses and as a Research Assistant at the Laboratory for Greek Dialectology, working under the guidance of Dr Brian D. Joseph. She also collaborates with Dr Petros Karatsareas from the University of Westminster to examine the linguistic repertoires of Albanian onward migrants in the UK.

In this captivating lecture, Ndoci will discuss two interconnected studies: an analysis of Greek internet memes about Albanian L2 Greek (AlbGrk) and a perception experiment examining the social evaluations of the same variety. The analysis of 98 memes collected from Greek websites and social media platforms sheds light on the portrayal of Albanians, perpetuating stereotypes and reinforcing negative perceptions. The distinctive features of AlbGrk depicted in the memes are primarily phonological adaptations not found in Albanian.

Ndoci introduces the concept of “Mock Albanian Greek” to describe the constructed representation of AlbGrk in these memes, highlighting its deviation from the authentic AlbGrk spoken by the diaspora.

Ndoci emphasises the significance of memes as a valuable tool to explore public perceptions of linguistic features associated with migrant communities. Memes, with their anonymous and unrestricted nature, can perpetuate harmful stereotypes about vulnerable groups such as migrants.

Additionally, her research contributes to the social speech perception literature, shedding light on listeners’ sensitivity to phonological and lexical features when making judgments about speakers. The judgments reveal an indexical field for AlbGrk features, encompassing associations with ruralness and negative social attributes, as well as dissociations from positive attributes. The study also uncovers overt and covert xenophobic ideologies of the two ethnic groups towards speakers of the ethnic variety.

When: 15 June 2023. Time: 7:00 pm Platform: Facebook/Youtube.

HACCI SA celebrate membership launch with networking event

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HACCI SA celebrate membership launch with networking event

On Wednesday, June 7, over 200 leaders from the business and professional community gathered at the City of Prospect Library to celebrate the membership launch for the Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry South Australia (HACCI SA). 

On behalf of the Board, HACCI SA Chair Kosta Koutsonas welcomed all: “This is an exciting time which will allow the Hellenic Australian business and professional community to lead, collaborate and excel. Our mission is to connect with integrity and purpose in our pursuit of excellence.” 

“We’ll provide a unique platform where our members will connect, interact and grow with like-minded professionals through our regular networking and professional development events, newsletters, plus online and business leader forums,” Mr Koutsonas added.

Membership launch.

There’s significant momentum for the Greek community at the moment, including the recent progress for the establishment of a sister city program/relationship between Adelaide and Athens, which will realise significant economic, business, and cultural benefits.

HACCI SA Board members and HACCI Federation have also met with economic and trade delegations and believe there are substantive opportunities for businesses to benefit.

Fellow Board Member Dr Sylvia Villios reinforced: “HACCI SA will also commit to our next generation through professional development, resources, cross-collaboration among emerging leaders and strategic networking and mentoring opportunities.” 

Mr Koutsonas concluded: “We should be encouraging each other’s ideas and initiatives, and supporting one another, so all of us can benefit. Our community is strong! Let’s make it stronger.”

Esteemed guests in attendance on the night included SA Minister for the Arts, Andrea Michaels; Federal Member for Adelaide, Steve Georganas; Members of the Legislative Council, Connie Bonaros and Frank Pangallo; the Consul General of Greece in Adelaide, George Psiachas; Deputy Mayor Mark Groote representing the City of Prospect; and Chris Apostolides and Andrew Ladas representing Major Corporate Sponsor, the Bank of Sydney.

Sydney Olympic FC bring joy to students at All Saints Grammar

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Sydney Olympic FC bring joy to students at All Saints Grammar

On Thursday, June 8, Sydney Olympic Football Club had the privilege of visiting one of the local schools All Saints Grammar School during their school assembly. 

Sydney Olympic FC legend, Ziggy Gordon, had the pleasure of speaking to the students about their local team at Belmore.

Sydney Olympic staff then listened in on all the achievements that the All Saints Grammar students have accomplished.

Ziggy Gordon.
Ziggy Gordon talking to the students
All Saints Grammar school students

Ziggy and the staff at Sydney Olympic received a tour of the school and look forward to future collaborations between the school and the club.

In return, all students were gifted with free Tickets to the next Home match at Belmore Sports Ground against St George City on Sunday, June 18 at 3pm.

Ziggy Gordon and the youth.
Students

“Sydney Olympic is my home and your home too. I look forward to seeing all of you there!” Ziggy told students. “There’s more than one football team in Belmore!”

The visit was in conjunction with Sydney Olympics’ current promotion for next Sunday, where the first 60 kids under the age of 12 will receive a free Training jersey and the school with the highest attendance at the match will also receive a free training session from the first grade Men’s Captain Ziggy Gordon.

Emilios Kyrou AO becomes President of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal

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Emilios Kyrou AO becomes President of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal

The Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), has accepted the Government’s advice to appoint the Hon Justice Emilios Kyrou AO as a Judge of the Federal Court of Australia and as President of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).

Justice Kyrou’s appointment to the Federal Court commenced on June 8 and his appointment as AAT President commences today.

On 16 December 2022 the Australian Government announced it would replace the AAT with a new administrative review body.

Emilios receiving the Greek medal in 2015.

Justice Kyrou’s appointment as President of the AAT is an important step in the Government’s reform of Australia’s system of administrative review.

As President, Justice Kyrou will lead the AAT through this important reform. He will be the inaugural president of the new administrative review body, once established.

On behalf of the Australian Government, Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP congratulates Justice Kyrou on his appointment. He would also like to again thank the Hon Justice Susan Kenny AM and the Hon Justice Berna Collier for their service as Acting AAT President in recent months.

Lost WWII submarine discovered in Aegean after 81 years

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Lost WWII submarine discovered in Aegean after 81 years

The lost British submarine “H.M.S. Triumph,” whose true fate had been shrouded in mystery ever since the vessel and its entire crew disappeared in 1942, has finally been discovered on the bed of the Aegean Sea by Greek researcher Kostas Thoktaridis and his team after a 25 year search.

According to amna.gr, the submarine had disappeared without a trace with all 64 crew members on board, some 81 years earlier, in the midst of World War II.

Various attempts to find it had been mounted at various times by teams from the United Kingdom, Malta and Russia, all without success.

It finally fell to Thoktaridis and his team to solve the mystery of its disappearance, after a search that first started in 1998.

“It was the hardest and most expensive mission I have ever carried out in my life,” Thoktaridis told amna.gr.

First launched in 1938, the “Triumph” joined the war in May 1939 and carried out 20 military missions in total. It first sailed to the Aegean at the end of March 1941 to scout the shores of the Dodecanese islands and land officers on Greek shores.

The last time the submarine was sighted in motion was by an Italian pilot flying in the area, about four nautical miles southeast of Sounion.

This lost piece of information helped Thoktaridis complete the “puzzle” of the submarine’s history.

Source: amna.gr

Greek students win first prize in Eurostat Statistics Competition

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Greek students win first prize in Eurostat Statistics Competition

Three high school students from Thessaloniki became the first Greeks to win first prize in the Eurostat Statistics Competition.

According to protothema.gr, the team members hail from the Hasiotis High School of the American Agricultural School in Thessaloniki.

The Greek students had to face hard competition as they won their title among 1,444 schools, 5,208 teams and 19,388 peers from 19 European countries.

The team of Greek students consists of 3rd year students Polykarpo-Aris Kalaitzidis, Dimitrios Paroutis, and Maria-Anastasia Trevla.

This was the third year the team participated in the annual competition. Last year, they won second prize and this year they emerged first in all of Europe.

“We worked hard and methodically. It is the third year that we participate. Statistics is a very interesting science and extremely fascinating,” the students said.

Along with math teacher Olga Grigoriadou, who supervised and guided the team, they are preparing their bags for Luxembourg, where the award ceremony will take place on June 26.

One of the earliest Iron Age houses discovered in Greece

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One of the earliest Iron Age houses discovered in Greece

Archaeologists from the University of Göttingen in Thorikos, Greece discovered one of the earliest-known Iron Age houses in Athens under the Thorikos Archaeological Project Gent-Göttingen. 

The find gives fresh insight into the early history of Greece, as in the past there has never been any building structures from the earliest Iron Age discovered in Attica.

The ancient village is 60 kilometers south of Athens, close to a historic silver mine. In the region there are Mycenaean dome tombs and a classical settlement with homes, businesses, temples, a theatre, and graveyards. 

In 2019, an uncovered wall corner was discovered that, at first glance, appeared to point to a traditional tomb building. However, additional investigation showed that it was a building from the 10th to 9th centuries BC, not a burial site.

Iron Age house from the 10th to the 9th century BC. in Thorikos (Attica/Greece): courtyard with adjoining rooms. Photo: Thorikos Archaeological Project Gent-Göttingen

Researchers have been looking into the building’s size for the past year and have located five to six rooms. Numerous stones were in the largest room, which could have once been a paved courtyard.

Its use between approximately 950 and 825 BC was substantiated by analysis of the inorganic and organic characteristics of the rocks.

According to arkeonews, the continuation of the excavations is being funded with around 82,000 euros by the Gerda Henkel Foundation.

Karpathos among top 8 islands off the beaten track

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Karpathos among top 8 islands off the beaten track

Blick, Switzerland’s largest newspaper, has urged Swiss and German-speaking travellers to change habits and choose islands without mass tourism. The Greek island of Karpathos was among the suggestions.

The newspaper published a list of 8 European islands which stand out for their traditions, natural beauty and authenticity.

Karpathos island

Karpathos stands in fifth place because the magazine said it “is a bright example of quality, as it is also known as the ‘secret’ Santorini.”

The list includes places from France to Italy, and from Malta to Britain, the Netherlands and Germany.

Source: amna.gr

Masonik: Perth-based innovators of multidisciplinary arts

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Masonik: Perth-based innovators of multidisciplinary arts

Masonik, an innovative and diverse arts collective based in Perth, Western Australia, has been captivating audiences nationally and internationally since its establishment in 2006.

Renowned for their experimental approach, Masonik seamlessly merges various art forms, including music, visual arts, performance, and video art, to create immersive and transformative experiences.

Led by a group of multidisciplinary artists, Masonik aims to push the boundaries of traditional artistic practices and explore the intersections between art, media forms, and technology. Their works often incorporate elements of sound art, electronic music, improvisation, and interactive installations, resulting in unique and thought-provoking performances.

Masonik fans.

At the heart of Masonik’s philosophy lies collaboration. The collective brings together artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, fostering a creative environment where ideas are shared, and artistic boundaries are crossed. This collaborative spirit extends not only to the members of Masonik, but also to their engagement with the local community.

They actively collaborate with other artists, musicians and performers, as well as organisations and institutions in Western Australia and abroad, to create dynamic and inclusive artistic experiences.

Masonik’s performances are renowned for their immersive and transformative nature. Often creating site-specific works, they engage with the architecture and environment, blurring the lines between performer and audience. Through elements of ritual and ceremony, their shows create a space for reflection, introspection, and connection.

Masonik at Federation Square.

In addition to their captivating live performances, Masonik has released more than 14 studio recordings on various formats, including vinyl, DVD, and CD. This allows their unique soundscapes and musical explorations to reach a wider audience and further contribute to the artistic landscape.

Currently, Masonik is working on a project titled “Assembled Interference.” This ambitious endeavour explores the intricate interplay between art and technology, delving into the tension and interference that emerges from the fusion of human creativity and technological advancements.

Through this project, Masonik explores the challenges and complexities that arise when artists encounter technology as both a tool and a potential rival. “Assembled Interference” encompasses a vinyl LP release, a series of videos, and a collection of darkroom photographs and manipulated Polaroid prints.

To experience the artistry of Masonik firsthand, one can explore their performances through a link to their captivating performance in Athens: https://youtu.be/2Hd5ocLB_m0

For more information about Masonik and their artistic endeavours, visit their official website at www.masonik.org. Additionally, interested individuals can access the Greek Australian Artist Directory (GAAD), an archive of Greek art practice in Australia, to learn more about Masonik and other Greek Australian artists who have made significant contributions to the arts community in Australia.

The GAAD, initiated by the Greek Australian Cultural League (GACL), serves as a valuable resource for curators, collectors, researchers, and anyone interested in exploring Greek Australian art. It represents Greek Australian artists, as well as artists from various other backgrounds, whose work has been inspired by Greek culture. The group encompasses visual and performing artists who are established, emerging, and from both the past and present.

Masonik at ABC Sydney.

The initiative was first proposed in 2020 as a means to support artists during and after the Covid pandemic. This proposal came about after recognising the extensive list of local and interstate artists who had previously participated in past GACL art events, particularly the successful ‘Antipodean Palette’ exhibitions. Additionally, it was acknowledged that a few of the artists on the list have unfortunately passed away. Given our proud migratory and cultural history, the GACL invites the Greek Community to contribute information about artists who are no longer with us, but whose artistry and contributions have greatly enriched the Australian arts scene. This approach ensures the preservation of our cultural identity and the recognition of the value and history of Greek artists in Australia.

For artists wishing to register in the GAAD, please visit www.gacl.com.au and click GAAD. For general enquiries: infogaclm@gmail.com, or call GACL President Cathy Alexopoulos 0428 968 715, GAAD Co-ordinator Vasy Petros 0412 242 557.

* A Greek Australian Cultural League Initiative, compiled by Vasy Petros.

Mary Patetsos appointed to newly established Aged Care Taskforce

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Mary Patetsos appointed to newly established Aged Care Taskforce

An Aged Care Taskforce has been established by the Federal Minister for Aged Care, the Honourable Anika Wells MP.

The taskforce will deliver advice and recommendations to the government and inform the future of aged care in Australia.

The immediate past Chairperson of the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA), Mary Patetsos AM, has been appointed to the taskforce.

Ms Patetsos served FECCA for eight years, initially serving as the Chair of the Healthy Aging Committee for her expertise in aged care policy and service delivery, and then as the Chairperson of FECCA.

Mary Patetsos

In a statement, FECCA Chairperson Carlo Carli congratulated Ms Patetsos on her appointment and said she “is a respected leader in the aged care sector and has tirelessly advocated for better and inclusive aged care policies and services for multicultural communities.”

According to ABC News, the new taskforce will be required to report back to government with its recommendations by the end of the year.

Ms Patetsos is joined on the taskforce by Rosemary Huxtable, Professor Tom Calma, Pat Sparrow, Margaret Walsh, Tom Symondson, John Watkins, Mike Baird, Grant Corderoy, John McCallum, Janine Walker and Thomas Walker.

Source: ABC

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