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DJ Krazy Kon releases his 26th album in the iconic Greece Mix Series

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DJ Krazy Kon releases his 26th album in the iconic Greece Mix Series

Most people will know the name Krazy Kon. He is an internationally acclaimed DJ, CD series producer and event promoter.

Many say he is an innovator, creator and legend who has been at the top of his industry for over 25 years and in this time has built a Greek entertainment empire.

DJ Krazy Kon has also just released the 26th volume in his iconic Greece Mix Series. To mark the occasion, we find out more about the DJ and his plans for the future.

Who is DJ Krazy Kon?

As a Dj, Krazy Kon started playing clubs and bars in Sydney in late 1994. Since 2004, he has gone onto play over 120 gigs across Australia with numerous shows in Melbourne, Adelaide, Darwin, Perth, Brisbane, Townsville, Gold Coast, Canberra and Hobart.

On the international stage, he has headlined 14 shows in America playing in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Boston and Tampa. He has also played four shows in Wellington, New Zealand.

DJ Krazy Kon.

As a producer and from his ideology, he has created the iconic GREEK MIX CD Series. It’s the biggest selling Greek CD series in Australian history. The series has broken all barriers with its availability in mainstream music stores such as Sanity, JB Hi Fi, Virgin, Myer and Big W. 

Everyone has grown up listening to a DJ Krazy Kon CD and so far he has released an incredible 26 albums. His music is available all over the world on all the digital platforms with over 2 million streams on Spotify alone in 2021.

He has the recognition of making 4 ARIA Compilations Charts and 6 x #1 ITunes Dance Charts. This is a first for a Greek artist in Australia. He remains the only DJ in the world outside of Greece to have his own Greek CD series.

DJ Krazy Kon’s new album:

DJ Krazy Kon has returned with a bang and the 26th volume in his iconic Greece Mix Series.

Featuring the biggest Greek hits of the year in a trademark super mix, the new CD showcases an awesome track listing including artists Argiros, Kiamos, Foureira, Mad Clip, Zevgara, Vrettos, Kalidis, Tsalikis, Josephine, Pandelidis and many more.

The new CD hit #1 on the iTunes Dance chart in Australia four days after its release on November 12.

The new CD hit #1 on the iTunes Dance chart in Australia.

When The Greek Herald asks the DJ what inspires him to continue producing albums and showcasing Greek music, he says:

“I have dedicated my life and career to Greek music and entertainment industry. I am as Greek as they get! I grew up listening to Greek music from a young age and had a dream of creating my own CD series produced and manufactured in Australia. The CD series is now known around the world and educating people with what’s new in Greek music and that is a big motivator for me.”

Where can you buy the album?

  • Selected Outlets:

Kafeini (SYDNEY), Alevri (SYDNEY), Big Fat Greek (SYDNEY)

Greek Pop Up Shop (SYDNEY), Oakleigh Music Centre (MELBOURNE)

Parthenon Emporium (ADELAIDE)

You can also follow DJ Krazy Kon on Instagram and Facebook.

Zoe Terakes, Costa Georgiadis win at AACTA Awards

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Zoe Terakes, Costa Georgiadis win at AACTA Awards

Costa Georgiadis has snatched the audience choice award for favourite television host at this year’s AACTA awards.

The Gardening Australia host was among Eric Bana, Sooshi Mango and Wentworth as those recognised by viewers. 

Gardening Australia won the award for favourite entertainment program.

Queer romance film Ellie and Abbie (& Ellie’s Dead Aunt) starring Zoe Terakes took out Best Indie Film. 

The film is directed by Monica Zanetti and stars Sophie Hawkshaw as ‘Ellie’, who struggles to ask her classmate ‘Abbie’ (Terakes) to their school formal when her dead Aunt Tara shows up to offer her advice.

Terakes made history as the first non-binary Australian actor to be considered for the AACTA award for Best Lead Actor in a feature film.

United Nations General Assembly adopts Greek resolution on return of cultural property

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United Nations General Assembly adopts Greek resolution on return of cultural property

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by Greece on Monday to work towards repatriating cultural property.

110 other member states aired their concerns around the illicit trafficking of cultural property at the UNGA’s 44th plenary meeting. 

The “Return or restitution of cultural property to the countries of origin” resolution is a formal three year commitment. 

Source: Ekathimerini

Billionaire Michael Steinhardt to surrender stolen antiquities

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Billionaire Michael Steinhardt to surrender stolen antiquities

Billionaire US hedge fund manager Michael Steinhardt has agreed to return over $99 million worth of stolen antiquities. 

In return, he will dodge criminal charges for acquiring pieces that were smuggled out of 11 countries including Greece.

In addition, he will be banned from buying any more for the rest of his life.

“For decades, Michael Steinhardt displayed a rapacious appetite for plundered artefacts without concern for the legality of his actions, the legitimacy of the pieces he bought and sold, or the grievous cultural damage he wrought across the globe,” District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr said in a news release.

“His pursuit of ‘new’ additions to showcase and sell knew no geographic or moral boundaries, as reflected in the sprawling underworld of antiquities traffickers, crime bosses, money launderers and tomb raiders he relied upon to expand his collection.”

Mr Steinhardt said in a prepared statement issued by his attorneys that he was “pleased that the District Attorney’s years-long investigation has concluded without any charges and that items wrongfully taken by others will be returned to their native countries.”

Prosecutors say Steinhardt bought artefacts from “tomb raiders” and crime bosses.

138 of the 180 stolen antiquities were Greece, Israel, or Italy, according to a statement of facts.

Many of which were removed from their countries of origin during times of war or civil unrest, prosecutors said.

The Greek chest, dating from around 1,300 BC in Crete, was a larnax designed for holding human remains. 

Prosecutors said it was purchased from a known antiquities trafficker.

The antiquities will be returned to their rightful owners, according to Mr Vance.

Greek law enforcement helped in the probe.

Source: ABC News

Chanel Contos receives Young People’s Medal at Human Rights Awards

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Chanel Contos receives Young People’s Medal at Human Rights Awards

Chanel Contos has won an Australian human rights award for her work in standing up against abuse culture.

The advocate of sexual consent was awarded the young people’s medal by the Australian Human Rights Commission on Friday.

The accolade recognises Contos for helping lead a national reckoning with sexual assault.

Her petition for earlier sex education in schools inspired hundreds of former Sydney schoolgirls to come forward about their experience with sexual assault this year.

Source: Australian Human Rights Commission

Milwaukee names bus route after Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Milwaukee names bus route after Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo

The US state of Wisconsin has honoured two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo with his own eponymous bus route.

Route 34, named ‘Giannis Line’ to coincide with Antetokounmpo’s jersey number, went into service on Sunday, a day before his 27th birthday.

The Milwaukee County Transit System said the honour is “in recognition of the historic contributions Giannis has already given to the people of Milwaukee.”

“(MCTS) has been a part of the fabric of the Milwaukee community for decades and now so will the Bucks’ superstar who, along with his teammates, brought our city its first NBA championship in 50 years,” they said.

“Happy Birthday, Giannis!”

They also noted Antetokounmpo’s advocacy for racial justice.

“Giannis has been an upstanding figure in the Milwaukee community ever since he arrived back in 2013, including his participation in the social justice movement of 2020,” they said.

The route connects Congress Street and Hopkins Street with North 6th Street and Downtown Milwaukee.

Police officer ‘disgusted’ with himself after propositioning schoolgirl while on duty, court hears

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Police officer ‘disgusted’ with himself after propositioning schoolgirl while on duty, court hears

A Sydney police officer has said he’s “disgusted” with himself during a sentencing hearing today in the NSW District Court.

Senior constables James Delinicolis, 30, and Angelo Dellosa, 31, were suspended after being charged in relation to a consensual sexual encounter with a schoolgirl while on duty.

They each admitted to a single count of misconduct in public office, after an investigation identified nine women who were approached by the officers over a one-year period.

Delinicolis told the NSW District Court he’s “disgusted” in himself.

He revealed his wife filed for divorce, but said he understood her position.

“I am disgusted with myself,” he said.

“It’s brought great embarrassment to the NSW Police Force.”

He told the court he’d hand out “a couple” of post-it notes with a fake name and phone number every week, including to the schoolgirl at a train station.

Acting Judge Peter Berman asked whether the purpose of the notes was “just in case you met an attractive woman”, which he agreed.

He told the court he accepts full responsibility for his actions and has learned lessons.

“Firstly, I should be more respectful, especially to women,” he said.

“I shouldn’t look at them as an object.”

Source: ABC News

Greek Orthodox churches in Sydney deliver hampers and toys to those in need this Christmas

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Greek Orthodox churches in Sydney deliver hampers and toys to those in need this Christmas

With just two weeks until Christmas Day, Greek Orthodox churches across Greater Sydney have started getting into the festive spirit by organising hamper and toy drives for people in need.

Christmas toys for the Sydney Children’s Hospital:

Volunteers from the Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in Mascot have worked hard over the last few weeks gathering Christmas toys for the Sydney Children’s Hospital in Randwick.

Two of these volunteers, Eirini and Sebastian, visited Big W at Eastgardens to purchase a variety of children’s toys for the initiative, such as fluffy elephants, LEGO, tennis balls and among many other things guaranteed to bring joy to a child’s life.

Eirini and Sebastian, visited Big W at Eastgardens to purchase children’s toys.

According to a Facebook post, the purchase of the toys was made possible with the help of “wonderful donors from our parish, especially the family of Aris Koutsougeras who donated a substantial amount.”

Once bought, the toys were delivered by Eirini and Sebastian, as well as Father Athanasios Giatsios, to the children’s hospital. Although the group weren’t able to hand out the toys individually this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, they still brought smiles to the faces of the children and their families.

The toys were delivered to the Sydney Children’s Hospital in Randwick.

Elsewhere, the church was also holding its annual Christmas Food Collection to help other vulnerable people in the community as well.

Hundreds of non-perishable items were donated and these were then packaged by a number of young volunteers from SOFIA UNSW, Sydney University Greek Society (SUGS), the Hellenic Society of the University of NSW (Hellsoc UNSW) and the St Catherine’s Youth Fellowship.

The packages were then delivered to six charities in the local community including: Pantry4ThePeople, St Elesa Food Initiative, South East Neighbourhood Pantry, Street Buffet, Bayside Women’s Shelter and Ronald McDonald House in Randwick.

Mascot’s annual Christmas Food Collection.

Christmas hampers for refugee families:

This year, St Nectarios Parish and Community in Burwood are continuing their tradition of preparing 120 Christmas hampers for refugee families through Metro Assist.

The parish’s Youth In Action group held a virtual Trivia Night during lockdown which was attended by 100 people and raised over $4,000 for the hampers. Parishioners also donate groceries and gifts to be included in the Christmas hampers.

  • Hampers delivered to refugee families last year. Photo: Facebook.

“This is a project that our youth are so passionate about and is one of their key community service activities for the year…” Christina Efthymiades, a Youth In Action mentor, tells The Greek Herald.

“Seeing the smiles of the refugee families we support and sending them some Christmas joy and our love is our blessing and a wonderful team building exercise for our youth.”

At the same time, the Parish is also holding its annual Christmas carols on Sunday, December 19 in the courtyard of the church. The event involves the singing of Christmas carols, a visit from Santa Claus and gifts are presented to children, chanters, caretakers and key volunteers.

St Nectarios Burwood’s Christmas carols last year. Photo: Facebook.

“Our annual Christmas Carols is one of the highlights of our year and we are so happy this event can proceed this year. It is a beautiful gathering of our community and we eagerly await the smiling faces of our children as they receive their gifts from Santa,” Penelopy Kioussis, President of the Board, says.

2021 Christmas Hamper Appeal:

GO Family and Friends Ministry, together with Mother Maria of Paris Mission, the St Elesa Food Initiative, Feed the People and Ark of Love, have launched their 2021 Christmas Hamper Appeal.

As part of the appeal, the Greek Orthodox organisations are calling on people across Greater Sydney to fill a box with non-perishable items such as canned food, bottled water, cake mix and pasta. To get into the Christmas spirit, treats such as pudding and chocolates, as well as Christmas decorations, are also welcome.

These boxes can then be dropped off on either Saturday, December 11 between 9am and 11am or Sunday, December 12 between 8am and 11am, at the Greek Orthodox churches in Bankstown, Belmore, Parramatta, Blacktown, Thornleigh, Kogarah, Liverpool, Gymea, Crows Nest and Surry Hills.

In the meantime, the Mother Maria of Paris Mission is also holding its annual Toy Drive and will be collecting donations up until December 15 at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Belmore.

Mother Maria of Paris Mission have teamed up with the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs.

This year, the Mission has partnered with local rugby league team, the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs, who have already donated $5000 worth of toys to the initiative.

Team players will also help members from the mission distribute the toys to children in hospital as well as the Riverwood Community Centre.

“It’s really all about bringing some joy and cheer to families and children that have been without it for a while,” program co-ordinator, Chris Constanti, tells The Greek Herald.

*Note: This is not an extensive list of all church initiatives available across Greater Sydney.

The Mission’s toy drive.

George Kambosos Jr. ready to defend his title in unified mega fight

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George Kambosos Jr. ready to defend his title in unified mega fight

Boxer George Kambosos is vowing to reign for years to come after being crowned the world lightweight champion. 

The self-proclaimed ‘Emperor’, 28, said his win over previously unbeaten Teofimo Lopez in New York didn’t come easy. 

“As much as I had to go do it inside the ropes, my family and my friends and both my countries lifted me, especially in that round 10,” Kambosos said on Thursday.

“It’s a big moment for everyone that’s been around me, a big moment for Australia.”

“I had to go and really earn it. I had to go to the back yard (of my rivals) multiple times and to go and beat this guy in his prime and in his home town, no Australian fighter’s ever done that before.”

Kambosos is tipped to defend his “jewels” in a unified mega-fight against WBC champion Devin Haney next year in Australia.

“I want him to come and he will, so I’ll take everything off him as well,” Kambosos said.

“These belts aren’t going anywhere. They’re here to stay.”

“Haney, (Gervonta) Davis, (Vasiliy) Lomachenko, (Ryan) Garcia, they’re all going to get it.”

Source: ESPN

Mario Tsirbas spearheading legal challenge against NT vaccine mandate

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Mario Tsirbas spearheading legal challenge against NT vaccine mandate

An organisation called United NT Businesses is challenging the Northern Territory’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate in the Supreme Court.

The group’s president Mario Tsirbas describes the mandate, which requires most workers to be vaccinated or face fines, as “draconian”.

“What we’ve seen is what suspending normal democratic process does to a government who’s high on a power trip and forcing draconian, unreasonable laws on everyday people,” he said.

The NT Chief Health Officer set the mandate in force around mid November to reduce the impact of COVID-19 outbreaks.

Under the Officer’s direction, any worker who comes into contact with a person who is “vulnerable” to being infected with COVID-19 is required to be vaccinated.

Children aged under 12, people who are immunocompromised, and Aboriginal people are categorised as vulnerable under the direction.

Workers who fail to get vaccinated face fines of up to $5,000. 

The move has boosted vaccination rates and forced unvaccinated people to lose jobs. 

Mr. Tsirbas said the group was not opposed to vaccinations, but instead objected to the mandatory nature of the policy.

“We’ve seen an impact in the loss of jobs, we’ve seen an impact in the loss of businesses,” Mr Tsirbas said.

“We’ve seen families at odds with each other, arguing, we’ve seen levels of mental health and stress go through the roof.”

“We’ve seen people forced to take the vaccine and see the real results of what that does to people.”

Last month, Chief Minister Michael Gunner said more than 300 public servants had lost their jobs after not receiving their first dose of the vaccine by the mid-November deadline.

The deadline for the second jab is on Christmas Day.

The NT government says 91 per cent of Territorians have received two doses of the vaccine, although the rates in some remote communities remain at very low levels.

Source: ABC News

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