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CFA annual report exposes $50.5 million deficit despite funding increase

20 January, 2026
The Country Fire Authority’s long-delayed 2025–26 annual report has revealed a $50.5 million operating deficit, intensifying debate over whether recent government funding increases are sufficient to maintain frontline firefighting capability during increasingly severe bushfire seasons. The report, tabled in Victorian Parliament on Tuesday, confirms that government funding to the CFA…

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What the Greenland dispute means for NATO – and the future of Europe

16 January, 2026
As winter tightens its grip across the northern hemisphere, a diplomatic chill is spreading through the transatlantic alliance. A growing dispute over Greenland has exposed deep fractures between the United States and its NATO allies, raising fundamental questions about the future of the alliance and Europe’s long-term security architecture. US President Donald Trump has made no secret of his desire…

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Intensive VCE Preparation Summer Seminar run by the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools  

14 January, 2026
The Greek Community of Melbourne Schools continue to actively invest in the academic success of their students by delivering targeted and contemporary educational initiatives throughout the year. As part of this commitment, the VCE Summer Seminar 2026 will once again be offered as a two-day intensive preparation seminar for students studying VCE Greek.  The seminar will take place on 20…

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Tsitsipas drags Greece back into United Cup

Tsitsipas delivers under pressure as Greece force United Cup decider

8 January, 2026
Tsitsipas delivers under pressure as Greece force United Cup decider, with Stefanos Tsitsipas producing one of his most assured performances in recent months to haul Greece back into its United Cup quarter-final against the United States, defeating Taylor Fritz in straight sets and pushing the tie to a decisive mixed doubles encounter in Perth. With Greece trailing after the opening…

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Turkey alarmed by Netanyahu’s four-front strategy via Greece

Turkey alarmed by Netanyahu’s four-front strategy via Greece

5 January, 2026
“Turkey alarmed by Netanyahu’s four-front strategy via Greece” is how Turkish media are framing Israel’s latest regional moves, portraying them as a coordinated effort to curb Ankara’s influence across multiple theatres — from Somaliland and Syria to the Eastern Mediterranean — with…
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Australia’s Greek community gears up for Theofania 2026

2 January, 2026
Each January, Australia’s Greek community gears up for Theofania (Epiphany) 2026, commemorating the Baptism of Jesus Christ in the River Jordan — one of the most sacred feasts of the Orthodox calendar. The celebration is traditionally marked by a Divine Liturgy, followed…

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The year that was 2025 in Australia was marked by significant social and political developments relating to security, public order, federal elections, human rights and international alliances. The country faced challenges ranging from mass demonstrations and extremist acts to deep debates over…
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CFA annual report exposes $50.5 million deficit despite funding increase

20 January, 2026
The Country Fire Authority’s long-delayed 2025–26 annual report has revealed a $50.5 million operating deficit, intensifying debate over whether recent government funding increases are sufficient to maintain frontline firefighting capability during increasingly severe bushfire seasons. The report, tabled in Victorian Parliament on Tuesday, confirms that government funding to the CFA…

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