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Finding the right Supertee: Jason Sotiris says goodbye to hospital gowns for teenagers

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Finding the right Supertee: Jason Sotiris says goodbye to hospital gowns for teenagers

A hospital stay requires wearing a backless gown that won’t interfere with procedures, but now new studies are challenging this cultural norm.

What you wear can be a form of self-expression and for adolescents, wearing a hospital gown may not be the look they feel comfortable with.

Recent research has found wearing a hospital gown can have an impact on self-esteem and confidence, especially on teens.

That’s why Supertee founder and CEO of the not-for-profit Fair Fight Foundation, Jason Sotiris, has been on a new mission to develop a new range of Supertee clothing. The clothing is aimed at teens and adolescents who need to wear a hospital gown during hospital stays for cancer treatment.

Reducing stigma around hospital gowns

Eleven years ago, Jason’s daughter Angela, then aged one, was diagnosed with a rare cancer and spent three years in and out of hospital.

During the long stays, Jason, inspired by his son who liked to dress up as a superhero, created the Supertee for youngsters to wear at hospital. The Supertee is a superhero-inspired medical garment to be worn during hospital stays.

“Angela didn’t want to wear a hospital gown… she felt more comfortable in a t-shirt or singlet,” he told The Greek Herald.

“What I noticed was how much of a stigma wearing a hospital gown is.

“Even at a young age, children know what a hospital gown is and they don’t want to wear it, let alone adults. It’s become a symbol of illness.”

Since launching in 2018 and thanks to donors, more than 25,000 of the Supertee garments have been delivered nationwide.

After many queries on comfortable clothing for teenagers and young adults, Jason has moved to the next stage to develop clothing that is practical and trendy.

The research for the next range of Supertees – a t-shirt, shorts and toiletry bag – started four years ago. Jason looked at sizing suitable for teenagers and adolescents who wear an adult size.

Jason is confident that teens and young adults will not feel conspicuous in and out of the hospital when wearing the new Supertees.

“We came out with the children’s range in 2018, but the one question I am often asked is, ‘do you have anything for teens and young adults?’’’ he said.

“We knew it had to be a t-shirt. We knew that it had to function in a similar way to the children’s Supertee to bypass the medical equipment.

“When we asked a control group of teenagers and adults what they were looking for in hospital garments, the common response was having pockets (and) that’s when the idea of shorts came in.”

The shorts were created to accommodate the request for pockets that could comfortably hold electronic devices. The pockets could not be added to t-shirts as the extra material would interfere with scans and medical imagery.

“I’d say it’s better than a t-shirt, it’s much more practical and more appealing than a hospital gown,” Jason said.

“If they go down to the hospital cafeteria, no-one will tell they are a patient.”

While the Fair Fight Foundation has received the prototypes, they are still evaluating and making changes in time for the launch next year.

Jason has applied for different grants, but support from donors is still needed to ensure the Supertee Project is accessible nationally for teens and young adults.

You can find out more here: http://supertee.org.au/

International Childhood Cancer Awareness Month highlights the need to support children and teens who have been diagnosed with cancer.

English translation of ‘The Embodiment of a Distant Homeland’ available at GCM’s bookshop

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English translation of ‘The Embodiment of a Distant Homeland’ available at GCM’s bookshop

Following its successful launch in Athens, the English translation of Georgia (Juliana) Charpantidou’s book The Embodiment of a Distant Homeland has now arrived in Melbourne and is available for sale to the general public via the Greek Community of Melbourne’s (GCM) online bookstore or from its office. 

On Thursday, September 5, the bookstore Themelio Publications in downtown Athens hosted the launch of Charpantidou’s book. The launch in Athens was attended by the Australian Ambassador to Greece, Alison Duncan, who presented the title.

GCM’s President, Bill Papastergiadis ΟΑΜ, stated, “I commend the author Juliana Charpantidou and the translator Petro Alexiou for their efforts in producing this important historical work. It will have immense value for future generations in appreciating the early pioneers who laid the foundation for our thriving community today.”

GCM’s Education Chair Dr. Nick Dallas, who oversaw the project, expressed his hope that “this becomes the go-to reference for anyone studying the Hellenic diaspora. The book’s content has been meticulously referenced.” 

The launch of Charpantidou’s book in Athens, Greece. Photo supplied by: Scarlett Athanasia Bauwens.

The GCM is now working on a subsequent volume, aiming to bring its history up to date until the early 21st century.

The Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria is the oldest institutional representative of a Greek community in Australia. This book traces its historical course from the late nineteenth century until the early 1970s. 

The research is based on primary sources—the minutes and archives of the Greek Community of Melbourne, the National Archives of Australia, the Dardalis Archives of the Hellenic Diaspora at La Trobe University, and both Greek and English language newspapers from the period in Australia. 

The thematic areas covered in the book reflect key issues that appeared either in official documents such as the Community’s board minutes and correspondence or in the Greek Australian press of the time.

To buy the book visit https://bookshop.greekcommunity.com.au/product/the-embodiment-of-a-distant-homeland/

Dean Pelekanos returns to the Western Sydney Wanderers

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Dean Pelekanos returns to the Western Sydney Wanderers

Western Sydney Wanderers FC has confirmed the signing of midfielder Dean Pelekanos for the upcoming Isuzu UTE A-League season.

Pelekanos was formerly part of the Wanderers Academy and was the captain that led the first team to their historic promotion to the National Premier League (NPL) 1 competition.

In 2023, Pelekanos made the move from the Red & Black to St George City FA where he played for a year before making the move to Rockdale Ilinden.

At Rockdale, Pelekanos won the minor Premiership bringing silverware to Rockdale for the first time in over 40 years and more recently, featured in the NPL NSW Grand Final over the weekend.

Pelekanos is set to represent his local club for the first time in his senior career and said it was a dream come true.

“Spending my youth here was amazing, before I signed for the youth team, I was a season ticket holder, went to every game, a huge fan, and being able to spend my youth at the club was a great feeling. This club means everything to me, I was born and raised in Western Sydney, I am just as big a fan now at 23 than I was when I was a child,” Pelekanos said.

“My personal goals are to perform at the highest level on a consistent basis, and make sure to be connected to the fans and community as much as possible, for team goals we obviously want to be in the finals and win trophies, this club is massive and should be competing for trophies every year.

It’s what the fans deserve and are wanting, so being competitive and winning as much as possible is what me and all the boys should be wanting, not just for us, but for the whole of Western Sydney.”

Western Sydney Wanderers head coach Alen Stajcic said he was pleased to add Dean’s depth and quality to the squad this season.

“It’s great to bring a former Wanderers junior back to the club,” said Stajcic.

“Dean has excelled for Rockdale and provides added depth and quality to our midfield stocks.”

Adelaide Hills Council faces criticism as legal fees soar to $327,000

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Adelaide Hills Council faces criticism as legal fees soar to $327,000

Adelaide Hills Council’s legal fees increased by $80,047 over the past 12 months to the new expenditure of $327,710.

The increase came as the council dealt with an unexpected $4.8 million budget black hole and the turnover of a quarter of its staff.

Council CEO Greg Georgopoulos said the rise was “primarily a result of unexpected events, often of a confidential and complex nature.”

“The increase in legal fees is not due to any one matter but is a combination of multiple unexpected events… Many of these matters have arisen in the governance portfolio,” he added.

Chief Executive Officer Greg Georgopoulos. Photo: Adelaide Hills Council.

Mr Georgopoulos denied the council’s staff turnover was responsible after 49 staff members left last financial year.

“Generally, when staff leave an organisation, legal fees are not incurred,” he said. “As such, the current legal fees are not associated with staff departures.”

He also claimed the increase in legal expenses was not “directly” linked to another internal council controversy, in which Mayor Jan-Claire Wisdom was stripped of powers amid a confidential report into her use of a policy to obtain legal advice.

Source: The Advertiser.

Waverley Mayor Paula Masselos condemns pro-Hamas graffiti in Sydney’s east

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Waverley Mayor Paula Masselos condemns pro-Hamas graffiti in Sydney’s east

Waverley Mayor Paula Masselos has addressed the rise in pro-Hamas graffiti plastered over the Bondi and Bronte areas in Sydney’s east, declaring the council was taking immediate action to have it removed.

“The level of the graffiti has increased over the last week and we’re acting on it as soon as we’re told because it’s hugely upsetting for our community,” Masselos said.

“Hamas is a registered terrorist organisation and we don’t cop this sort of vandalism.”

Residents have expressed concerns over the rising prevalence of “hate speech” and “division” as authorities work to address the surge in pro-Hamas graffiti in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.

Overnight, 11 additional incidents were reported, intensifying local anxieties and prompting a swift response from officials as the menacing reminders of division among Sydneysiders multiply.

Source: Daily Telegraph.

Zeibekiko Festival Australia to hit Melbourne for a one-day spectacular

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Zeibekiko Festival Australia to hit Melbourne for a one-day spectacular

Melbourne, get ready! On Sunday, October 6, the Zeibekiko Festival Australia will bring an exciting two-part celebration to the heart of the city for one day only.

Fans of Greek dance and music are in for a treat, as the festival will feature both dance workshops and a special Rebetiko music and dance show.

What’s happening?

The festival will kick off with dance workshops during the day at the Melbourne Dance Centre in Brunswick. Led by the renowned Zeibekiko master Christos Shakallis from Cyprus, these workshops are designed for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or seasoned dancer.

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Christos Shakallis will be at the dance workshops.

The first session at 12pm to 2pm will focus on beginners and intermediate levels, while the second session at 2pm to 4pm is for intermediate dancers and beyond. Shakallis will guide participants through the intricate steps and expressive movements of the traditional Zeibekiko dance, with a focus on Popular/Laiko Zeibekiko styles.

Tickets for the Melbourne dance workshops are available here.

The evening show

As the sun sets, the festival will shift to the Brunswick Ballroom for an unforgettable evening of Rebetiko and Smyrneika music. Doors open at 6pm, with the show starting at 7pm.

The evening will feature performances from the talented Estudiantina of Melbourne band, led by Con Kalamaras, and a special dance show by Shakallis.

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Estudiantina of Melbourne band, led by Con Kalamaras, will be performing.

The concert, titled Tou Votanikou O Mungus, will transport the audience to the heart of Greek music culture, blending emotional depth with vibrant rhythms.

Get your tickets for the Melbourne show here.

A cultural extravaganza

The Zeibekiko Festival Australia, which spans 10 days of events across the country, culminates in this special celebration in Melbourne. This festival honours the rich history of the Zeibekiko dance, a solo, freeform dance deeply rooted in Greek culture and often performed to Rebetiko music. The dance is an emotional, improvisational journey that captures themes of love, sorrow, and personal hardship.

With internationally acclaimed artists, the Melbourne edition of the Zeibekiko Festival Australia promises to be an extraordinary cultural experience that fans won’t want to miss.

Tickets for the dance workshops are available at TryBooking, and tickets for the dance show are available at MoshTix. The full festival program can be viewed at Zeibekiko Festival Australia. For further assistance or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sophia Ventouris at 0413 114 930. The Greek Herald are proud media partners for this event.

Event Details:

  • Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
  • Workshops: 12-4pm at Melbourne Dance Centre, 75 Weston St, Brunswick. Tickets via TryBooking.
  • Show: 7pm at Brunswick Ballroom. Tickets via MoshTix.

For more details, visit the festival’s Instagram, Facebook, or website at Zeibekiko Festival Australia.

Emergency calls skyrocket as Athens experiences severe flooding

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Emergency calls skyrocket as Athens experiences severe flooding

Flash floods hit Athens and surrounding regions after storm Atena brought torrential rain that swamped Greece’s capital city.

Passengers on a bus in the northern Athenian suburb of Galatsi were stranded for several hours due to the severe flooding.

Intense rainfall pooled the streets, making it impossible for passengers to disembark from the bus.

The storm struck the Attica region in the late afternoon of Tuesday, September 10, unleashing heavy downpours across the area.

A mere two hours later, the fire department had received a total of 47 emergency calls from various Athens neighbourhoods, including Patissia, Kypseli, Psychiko and Galatsi.

Calls for assistance included 34 for water removal, seven for tree clearing, five for elevator rescues and one for debris removal.

Source: Ekathimerini.

Remembering the Greek victims of the 9/11 terror attacks

Andriana Simos
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Remembering the Greek victims of the 9/11 terror attacks

This year on September 11, the world marks 24 years since the 9/11 terror attacks, which killed nearly 3,000 people from 93 different nationalities.

Among the casualties were 39 Greek people. Two of the victims were crew members of the planes which crashed into the Twin Towers, while the others worked in the buildings themselves.

To mark the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, The Greek Herald wants to remember these 39 victims. The list below contains their names as listed in a document issued by the New York City Coroner’s office.

Joanne Marie Ahladiotis, 27

Ernest Alifakos, 43

Arlene T. Babakitis, 47

Katherine Bantis, 48

Peter Brennan, 30

36 Greek Americans lost their lives during the 9/11 terror attacks.

Thomas A. Damaskinos, 33

Anthony Demas, 61

Constantine (Gus) Economos, 41

Michael J. Elferis, 27

Ana Fosteris, 58

Jimmy Grekiotis

Kenneth G. Grouzalis, 56

Steven M. Hagis, 31

Vasilios G. Haramis, 56

Nicholas John, 42

John Katsimatides, 31

The Twin Towers.

Danielle Kousoulis, 29

Thomas Kuveikis, 48

James Maounis, 42

Philip William Mastrandrea Jr, 42

George Merkouris, 35

Stilianos Mousouroulis

Peter C. Moutos, 44

Nikos Papadopoulos/Papas, 29

James N. Pappageorge, 29

George Paris, 33

Theodoros Pigis, 60

The NY Fire Department rushed to the scene.

Daphne Pouletsos, 47

Richard N. Poulos, 55

Stephen E. Poulos, 45

Anthony Savas, 72

Muriel Fay Siskopoulos, 60

Timothy Patrick Soulas, 35

Andrew Stergiopoulos, 23

Michael C. Tarrou, 38

Michael Theodoridis, 32

William P. Tselepis, 33

Jennifer Tzemis, 26

Prokopios Paul Zois, 46

Imposing Greece defeat Ireland in Nations League match

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Imposing Greece defeat Ireland in Nations League match

Greece claimed its second victory in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday, defeating Ireland 2-0. Both goals came in the second half.

The Greek team was more composed against Ireland compared to their match with Finland three nights earlier.

Greece’s goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos was hardly busy throughout the game, except for a 41st-minute goal that was correctly disallowed as offside.

In the first half, Greece’s Tasos Bakasetas and Konstantinos Koulierakis came close to scoring with no luck.

Four minutes into the second half, Fotis Ioannidis placed a well-taken shot to the top corner of the Ireland goal for 1-0.

Three minutes from the end, Christos Tzolis had a spectacular solo effort from a Bakasetas pass end up in the back of the net, to seal victory for the Greek national team.

Greece’s next game is on October 10 against England at Wembley.

Source: Ekathimerini.

Feast day of the Virgin Mary’s birth celebrated at Panagia Kamariani in Victoria

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Feast day of the Virgin Mary’s birth celebrated at Panagia Kamariani in Victoria

The feast day of the Nativity of the Theotokos took place at the Holy Monastery of Panagia Kamariani, in Red Hill, Victoria. The Divine Liturgy was presided over by Archimandrite Irinaios Koikas.

On Saturday, September 7, the eve of the Feast Day, the Great Vespers took place with the blessing of the five loaves (Artoklasia), with the participation of the clergy of the Holy Diocese of Melbourne.

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All photos supplied by Con Deves.
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panagia kamariani birth of the theotokos

On the main day of the Feast, Sunday, September 8, the Matins and Feast Day Divine Liturgy took place, followed by a procession of the Holy Icon of Panagia Kamariani.

At the end of the service and procession, there was a traditional festival on church grounds with music, dancing and traditional food.

*All photos supplied by Con Deves.

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