Greek Orthodox students from across Australia have come together in Perth, Western Australia this week for the 2025 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia National Schools Event (GOAANSE). St Andrew’s Grammar is hosting this year’s event.
The event commenced with an Opening Ceremony held at St Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church in Dianella, where a moving service was led by Father Emmanuel Stamatiou of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation of Our Lady – Evangelismos in West Perth.
Father Emmanuel was joined by clergy from around the country, including Father Konstantinos Skoumbourdis (St George Thebarton, Adelaide), Father Dimitrios Papaikonomou (All Saints, Belmore), and Father Terry Gerovasilis (Saints Constantine and Helen, Northbridge), who welcomed participants and read a message from His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia.
Held annually, GOAANSE brings together students from seven Greek Orthodox colleges nationwide for three days of connection, culture, and friendly competition.
The participating schools include: All Saints Grammar (NSW), St Euphemia College (NSW), St Spyridon College (NSW), Oakleigh Grammar (VIC), St Andrew’s Grammar (WA), St George College (SA), and St John’s College (VIC).
The program includes a range of activities such as sporting tournaments, a Performing Arts Festival, a Christian Orthodox Studies Forum, and a celebratory Dinner Dance.
