November, 2025 - TA NEA

Victorian nurses demand end to “race-based” fast-tracking policy at St Vincent’s hospital

A growing number of Victorian nurses are calling on the Allan government to scrap a controversial hospital directive that requires Indigenous patients to be treated within 30 minutes of arrival, regardless of clinical urgency. The policy, introduced at Melbourne’s St Vincent’s Hospital…

8 November, 2025

GREECE

Nearly 3,000 Civil Defence Shelters across Greece — Government updates parliament on emergency readiness

Greece currently has 2,892 designated shelters available to protect civilians in the event of a crisis, according to new data released by the Ministry for Citizen Protection. The figures were submitted to Parliament by Deputy Minister Ioannis Lambropoulos, in response to a…

8 November, 2025

WORLD

Humanitarian aid enters Gaza at a slow pace, says the UN

More than 37,000 tonnes of UN humanitarian aid have entered Gaza since the ceasefire began on October 10, according to a UN spokesperson who criticised the slow pace at which barriers to aid delivery are being lifted. The UN Office for the…

8 November, 2025

GREECE·WORLD

Eurobarometer: Greeks most concerned about cost of living and irregular migration — EU’s top challenges

According to recent data from the Eurobarometer survey published on 7 November 2025, Greeks are particularly worried about two major issues: the high cost of living and irregular migration. The survey highlights how these concerns feature prominently in the public’s view of…

8 November, 2025

GREECE

Greece tightens gun laws: Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis announces seven tough new measures against illegal firearms possession

The Greek government has announced sweeping new reforms aimed at cracking down on illegal gun ownership and use, following a series of violent incidents such as the recent shooting in the village of Vorizia, Crete. The Minister for Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis,…

8 November, 2025

A meeting of energy ministers from Greece, Cyprus, the United States, and Israel, November 6, 2025. (photo credit: Energy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen)

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Greece, Cyprus, Israel and U.S. defy Turkey’s obstruction

A major announcement made in Athens on 6 November 2025 signalled the revival of one of the most ambitious energy infrastructure projects in the Eastern Mediterranean: a subsea gas corridor linking Israel and Cyprus to Europe via Greece, reinforced by U.S. participation.…

7 November, 2025

COMMUNITY

Derrimut 24:7 gym chain collapses into administration after rescue deal falters

The fitness empire behind Melbourne’s prominent gym chain Derrimut 24:7 has entered voluntary administration following the collapse of a proposed rescue agreement with billionaire investor Adrian Portelli. Founder Nick Solomos informed staff via internal memo that the move was a “proactive step”…

7 November, 2025

WORLD

UN Security Council votes to lift sanctions on Syrian transitional President Ahmad al-Sara

The United Nations Security Council has voted to lift sanctions against the transitional President of Syria, Ahmad al-Sara, and Interior Minister Anas Hatab, removing them from the UN sanctions list linked to the terrorist group HTS, which has roots in both ISIS…

7 November, 2025

WORLD

Trump open to discussing lifting sanctions on Iran, announces rapid deployment of international force to Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump said yesterday that Iran has repeatedly requested the lifting of U.S. sanctions and that he is “open” to discussions on the matter. “Iran has asked for sanctions to be lifted,” Trump told reporters during a dinner with Central…

7 November, 2025

COMMUNITY

Preserving a living legacy, Australia honours the Greek language

A landmark report on the preservation of the Greek language across generations in Australia has been formally tabled in the Federal Parliament. Preserving a living legacy, Australia honours the Greek language, with research, conducted by Dimity Vlahos through the Australian National Internship…

7 November, 2025

COMMUNITY

From tradition to tomorrow: Generations unite at Food For Thought Network

Food For Thought Network launches 2026 theme: ‘The Evolution of Hellenism – Family and Identity in the Diaspora’ The Food For Thought Network (FFTN) is set to launch its 2026 theme, “The Evolution of Hellenism: Family and Identity in the Diaspora,” through…

7 November, 2025

COMMUNITY

Oakleigh Grammar students commemorate OXI Day

Oakleigh Grammar students have proudly participated in community commemorations honouring those who fought and sacrificed for peace and independence. Oakleigh Grammar students commemorate OXI Day. The first event took place on Sunday 26 October, when selected members of the Student Representative Council…

7 November, 2025

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Victorian nurses demand end to “race-based” fast-tracking policy at St Vincent’s hospital

Nearly 3,000 Civil Defence Shelters across Greece — Government updates parliament on emergency readiness

Humanitarian aid enters Gaza at a slow pace, says the UN

Eurobarometer: Greeks most concerned about cost of living and irregular migration — EU’s top challenges

Greece tightens gun laws: Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis announces seven tough new measures against illegal firearms possession

Greece, Cyprus, Israel and U.S. defy Turkey’s obstruction

Derrimut 24:7 gym chain collapses into administration after rescue deal falters

UN Security Council votes to lift sanctions on Syrian transitional President Ahmad al-Sara

Trump open to discussing lifting sanctions on Iran, announces rapid deployment of international force to Gaza

Preserving a living legacy, Australia honours the Greek language

From tradition to tomorrow: Generations unite at Food For Thought Network

Oakleigh Grammar students commemorate OXI Day

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