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Oakleigh Grammar celebrates Greek Independence Day at a special assembly

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Oakleigh Grammar celebrates Greek Independence Day at a special assembly

Oakleigh Grammar has commemorated the 204th anniversary of Greek Independence Day with its annual Independence Day Assembly.

The event was attended by students, staff, parents, members of the School Executive, and representatives of the School Board – Chairman Chris Damatopoulos and Treasurer Sam Vassos. 

Also present was special guest His Grace Bishop Kyriakos of Melbourne, along with Rev Father Chris Dimolianis, Rev Father Panteleimon Laskaridis, Rev Father Stavros Kakavas, Tony Tsourdalakis (President of Intercommunities and Parishes Council of Victoria – Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia), and Maria Triantafyllou (Acting Coordinator of Educational Affairs Australia and New Zealand).

On behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, His Grace delivered a profound speech to those present, emphasising the importance of Greek Independence Day and its coinciding with the beginning of Great Lent and the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, two central dates in the Orthodox Christian calendar.

The Byzantine Choir then performed several beautiful hymns before Principal Mark Robertson delivered his Address, focusing on the Greek concept of ‘Philotimo’ and emphasising its special connections to the School values of Humility, Aspiration, Respect and Kindness.

Parents and guests were then presented with several musical performances by each Junior School year level, including a live bouzouki performance by Vasili from Year 5, as well as a performance from the Middle School Dancing Group. 

Each student admirably displayed their talents to mark such an important event for the international and local Greek community.

Tina Germanos’ SA ready-made meal business closes after 30 years

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Tina Germanos’ SA ready-made meal business closes after 30 years

Popular South Australian ready-made meal business EatWell by Kitchenhand will close its doors at the end of this month, after nearly 30 years in operation.

The announcement was made on social media, with the owners stating the decision was made with a “heavy heart.”

“After almost 30 years of providing nutritious and healthy meals to you and our great South Australian community, it is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the closure of our business,” the post read.

“This decision has not been an easy one, and it comes after careful consideration of various factors that have impacted our ability to continue serving you at the level we aspire to.”

Founded by Tina Germanos and co-owned by Leanne Cittadini, EatWell by Kitchenhand was known for its wide range of over 70 nutritious ready-to-eat meals made from South Australian produce.

The award-winning brand was stocked in nearly 100 locations across the state, including supermarkets and independent outlets.

“We want to take this opportunity to express our deepest gratitude for your support and loyalty throughout the years,” the owners said, acknowledging their customers’ trust and support.

The company, which won several awards at the National Australian Food Awards and SA Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards, will take final meal orders until March 24.

The Keswick factory outlet will remain open until 4pm on March 28.

Source: The Advertiser.

Greek MPs to visit Australia for 25th March Independence Day celebrations

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Greek MPs to visit Australia for 25th March Independence Day celebrations

A delegation of Greek Members of Parliament will visit Australia in the coming days to participate in the celebrations marking the National Anniversary of 25 March 1821.

The Hellenic Parliament will be represented by Stavros Keletsis, MP for Evros and head of the mission (New Democracy Party); Athanasios Papathanasis, MP for Aitoloakarnania (New Democracy Party); Stefanos Parastatidis, MP for Kilkis (PASOK-Movement for Change Party); and Miltiadis Zamparas, MP for Aitoloakarnania (SYRIZA-PS).

During their visit, the MPs will meet with His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, among other key politicians, media representatives and Greek community leaders.

Celebrate Greek Independence Day at the Hellenic Club of Canberra

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Celebrate Greek Independence Day at the Hellenic Club of Canberra

Join the Greek Orthodox Community and Church of Canberra for a special Greek Independence Day luncheon at the Hellenic Club of Canberra in Woden on Sunday, March 30, at 1pm.

This festive event will feature a delicious 2-course meal, with only vegetarian options available in observance of Lent.

Guests will be treated to live entertainment by the talented Canberra Hellenic Dancers and the lively Kefi Band, making for an unforgettable afternoon of music, dance and culture.

In addition to the entertainment, a raffle will take place with exciting prizes up for grabs, adding an extra element of fun to the event.

Event Details:

  • Venue: Olympus Room, Hellenic Club Woden
  • Date: Sunday, March 30, 1 pm
  • Tickets: Adults $65 | Child (under 17) $25 | Child (under 10) Free
  • Book Now: https://www.trybooking.com/CZVDV

This is a fantastic opportunity to come together with the community and enjoy the rich traditions of Greek culture in a welcoming and festive atmosphere.

‘Exceptionally generous’: Son of the late Nick Andrianakos pays tribute

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‘Exceptionally generous’: Son of the late Nick Andrianakos pays tribute

Theo Andrianakos, CEO of Andrianakos Property Group, Nikos Property Group, and Milemaker Petroleum, has issued a statement addressing the passing of his father, Nick Andrianakos.

Theo, who took on the leadership role in 2018 after 30 years of experience in the family business, shared his heartfelt tribute in a statement.

“It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our father Nick Andrianakos. He was an incredible man – exceptionally generous, always kind, and deeply committed to doing the right thing by others,” Theo said.

He continued, “Cherished by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, he was a remarkable father, a wise mentor, and a guiding light in our lives. He never forgot his roots and was always there to support those around him. He embraced life with passion and lived it to the fullest.”

This tribute follows many others from the Greek community including President of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), Bill Papastergiadis OAM.

Source: AFR.

Sydney couturier Nicky Apostolopoulos responds to dress lookalike claims

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Sydney couturier Nicky Apostolopoulos responds to dress lookalike claims

Social media was abuzz after Aussie influencer Hannah Dal Sasso wore a striking gown to the Glamour on the Grid F1 party in Melbourne, sparking comparisons to a Schiaparelli dress worn by Tatiana Korsakova at the BAFTA Awards in February.

Dal Sasso’s custom gown, designed by Sydney’s Velani and styled by Paul Versace of Styled by Bloom, closely resembled Korsakova’s, leading to widespread discussion.

Velani’s Nicky Apostolopoulos addressed the resemblance, explaining that while inspiration from overseas designers is common, her creation was altered to make it unique.

“Taking inspiration from a look doesn’t make it copying or stealing,” she said.

“We didn’t do a bow, instead we did a knot, we made the bodice more black and she didn’t wear gloves.”

Apostolopoulos added that Dal Sasso loved the gown, and the changes made it perfect for her aesthetic. “It was a beautiful gown and I think we did the original credit,” she said.

Dal Sasso’s gown was paired with diamonds from Temelli Jewellery. Versace also praised the custom creation, emphasising how the final look was a perfect fit for Dal Sasso.

“We try our best to create a new moment for everyone,” he said.

The debate over design inspirations continues, with Confidential uncovering more instances of look-alike designs, including copies of House of CB dresses by Australian labels like Showpo and BabyBoo Fashion, as well as Target replicating high-end pieces at a lower price point.

Source: Daily Telegraph.

Registration deadline extended for ‘Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language’

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Registration deadline extended for ‘Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language’

Registration deadline for the examinations for the ‘2025 Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language’ has been extended. Applications will now be accepted until March 28th, 2025.

Candidates who have reached the age of eight on 31 May of the current year are eligible. For level A1:

  • Applicants who are not over 12 years of age on 31 May may sit the A1 level examinations for children aged 8-12 years.
  • Applicants over 12 years of age on 31 May may sit the A1 level examinations for adolescents/adults.

There is no other age restriction for all other levels. It is recommended that candidates under the age of 16 should not seek to sit the B2, C1 and C2 level examinations, as the content of the examination questions requires knowledge and experience that younger candidates do not possess.

Registrations are to be processed electronically through the electronic registration system available at: http://www.greek-language.gr/certification/application/index.html

To complete their online registration, applicants are required to deposit the examination fees. (Rates January 30th, 2025, Reserve Bank of Australia).

  • For Levels A1, A2 and B1, fees are 155 AUD each. 
  • For Levels B2, C1 and C2, fees are 170 AUD each. 

Bank account details:

  • COMMONWEALTH BANK OF AUSTRALIA
  • Account Name: Greek Orthodox Community of Melb & Vic
  • BSB: 063 023 
  • Account Number: 1004 3624

During the payment process, you must enter as “reference” the initials GLC followed by the full name of the applicant (e.g. if the applicant’s name is John Pappas, the reference must be GLC-John Pappas). Once your payment has been confirmed, the registration will be completed. Please, keep proof of the deposit, until you receive confirmation of your enrolment.

The examinations for the ‘2025 Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language’ will take place at the Greek Community of Melbourne, Examination Centre of Melbourne, Code No: 61007:

  • on the 20th of May for Levels A1 and A2, 
  • on the 21st of May for Levels B2 and C1 and 
  • on the 22nd of May for Levels B1 and C2. 

Applicants will be notified of the exact time and location of their examinations after the registration process is complete.

For past papers orders please refer to: http://www.greeklanguage.gr/certification/node/12. For more information regarding the Certificate of Attainment and the appropriate level of applicants please visit: http://www.greeklanguage.gr/certification

Patra woman Roula Pispirigou sentenced to life for murdering her three daughters

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Patra woman Roula Pispirigou sentenced to life for murdering her three daughters

Roula Pispirigou, who was already sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of her 9-year-old daughter, Georgina, was found guilty on Tuesday, March 18, of killing her two other children, Malena, 3, and Iris, 6 months.

The 35-year-old from Patra was sentenced to two additional life terms after a year-long trial.

Prosecutors argued that Pispirigou was “methodical and calculating,” driven by an obsessive fixation on her husband, Manos Daskalakis.

Photo: AFP.

Prosecutor Vassiliki Dimopoulou stated, “She suffocated her children so that she could keep her husband close.”

Malena died in 2019 while being treated for leukaemia, Iris was suffocated in 2021, and Georgina died in 2022 from what was initially believed to be cardiac arrest.

Dimopoulou also criticised the forensic examiners for their negligence, claiming their “sloppy and indifferent” investigation allowed Pispirigou to evade justice for years.

Pispirigou’s appeal for Georgina’s murder conviction is scheduled for May 5.

Source: Ekathimerini.

Investigation launched after Greek Mayor calls former royal ‘Prince Pavlos’

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Investigation launched after Greek Mayor calls former royal ‘Prince Pavlos’

The Decentralised Administration of the Peloponnese has initiated an investigation into an incident where the mayor of eastern Mani, Petros Andreakos, referred to Pavlos De Grece, the son of Greece’s last king, as “prince” during an event.

The mayor made the comment while commemorating the liberation of Mani from the Ottomans, stating, “I personally believe that titles do not die and that they follow a person throughout his life. So, I welcome Prince Pavlos.”

Petros Andreakos.

Deputy Interior Minister Vasilis Spanakis confirmed that the secretary-general of the decentralised authority has started the inquiry, emphasising that Greece’s Constitution does not recognise titles of nobility.

Spanakis added that all citizens and local officials must abide by the country’s laws, and appropriate procedures would be followed, potentially including sanctions.

In December, several members of the former royal family, including Pavlos, regained Greek citizenship after formally acknowledging Greece’s republican system and adopting the surname “De Grece.”

Source: Ekathimerini.

Progress made in Cyprus talks with new confidence-building measures

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Progress made in Cyprus talks with new confidence-building measures

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced progress in talks over the future of Cyprus, marking the first significant steps toward resolution in years.

At a two-day meeting in Geneva, both the Greek and Turkish Cypriot sides agreed on a series of initiatives, including the opening of four new crossing points, demining efforts, and environmental projects.

The agreement signals a “new atmosphere” and “meaningful progress,” according to Guterres.

Despite the positive developments, significant differences remain. Greek Cypriots advocate for a federated Cyprus, while Turkish Cypriots push for a two-state solution.

Guterres confirmed that another meeting is planned for July, and a new UN special envoy will be appointed.

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar expressed satisfaction with the talks, emphasising the importance of sovereign equality in any settlement.

He also proposed the creation of a “Cyprus Cooperation Council” to address joint issues, although Greek Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides remained wary of proposals outside UN frameworks.

The opening of four crossing points, including those at Mia Milia and Louroujina, represents a tangible step forward, although challenges remain in finalising the details.

The meeting, hailed as a positive first step, was seen as an essential move toward long-term peace.

Source: Cyprus Mail.

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