COMMUNITY

The world’s first inaugural UNESCO World Greek Language Day celebration in Melbourne

A Wonderful Success! On 12 November 2025, the General Assembly of UNESCO convened in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and unanimously ratified a proposal by its Executive Committee to establish an annual World Language Day honouring the Greek language. This historic decision marked the first…

13 February, 2026

COMMUNITY

How a young Indian Australian girl fell in love with the Greek language

At just eight years old, Viha Dammanapeta confidently orders food in Greek, greets shopkeepers in Oakleigh with ease and reads Greek signs aloud — a remarkable feat given she does not come from a Greek-speaking household. Viha’s parents, Sneha and her family,…

13 February, 2026

COMMUNITY

Antipodes Festival 2026: Lonsdale street set to pulse with hellenic spirit for 38th year

Melbourne’s Greek Precinct is preparing to come alive once again. Antipodes Festival 2026: Lonsdale street set to pulse with Hellenic spirit for 38th year with the full performance schedule for Antipodes Festival 2026 now confirmed ahead of its return to Lonsdale Street…

13 February, 2026

Beyond Reality TV- Vikki and Helena Moursellas

COMMUNITY·ENTERTAINMENT

Life after reality TV for the Moursellas twins

Greek-Australian identical twins Vikki Moursellas and Helena Moursellas rose to national prominence after finishing as finalists on My Kitchen Rules in 2014. Now 37, the sisters say their extraordinary closeness has shaped both their professional achievements and their personal journeys. Known for…

6 February, 2026

COMMUNITY

Oakleigh Grammar whole school blessing

The Oakleigh Grammar community gathered with joy and reverence to mark the beginning of the new academic year with its annual Whole School Blessing. The service was led by His Grace Bishop Kyriakos of Melbourne, supported by School Chaplain Fr Stavros Kakavas,…

5 February, 2026

COMMUNITY

104 years of memory, migration and meaning: The life of Giorgos Lygouris

Giorgos Lygouris recently reached the remarkable age of 104, marking more than a century of life shaped by hardship, migration, family, and an unbreakable connection between Greece and Australia. His milestone birthday was celebrated surrounded by loved ones, reflecting a life rich…

5 February, 2026

COMMUNITY

Melbourne Greek youth represented at global Athens diaspora symposium

The 2nd Greek Youth Diaspora Symposium has concluded its proceedings in Athens, bringing together young members of the Greek diaspora from 31 countries spanning five continents. Melbourne Greek youth represented at global Athens diaspora symposium in a landmark gathering that further consolidates…

30 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

Hellenic and Cypriot Organisations unite to create history at first combined International Women’s Day Celebration

… and Official State Launch of the Pan-Hellenic Women’s Federation of Australia Inc. The Pan-Hellenic Women’s Federation of Australia, in collaboration with 17 Hellenic and Cypriot organisations, will proudly host its first combined International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration on Sunday, 8 March…

30 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

Pharos 2026: Shaping a global vision for the future of the Greek language

The Pharos Alliance is stronger, more visible and more determined than ever in its push for the Greek language. Through years of steady advocacy, community engagement and policy work, Pharos has emerged as an influential advocacy organisation which aims to shape the…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

A plea from Florina: Mayor and Bishop appeal to Melbourne’s Diaspora

“We came out of need, and out of faith.” With these words, His Eminence Bishop Irineos of Florina, Prespa and Eordaia set the tone for a rare and deeply symbolic visit to Australia, undertaken alongside Florina Mayor Vasilis Giannakis. The visit brought…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY

Melbourne comes together for the Saint Gregory Feast and Philotimo Festival

The Greek Orthodox community of Melbourne came together in faith and celebration for the Feast of Saint Gregory the Theologian and the GO Youth Melbourne Philotimo Festival, held on Sunday, January 25, at the Church of Panagia Kamariani. Marked by reverence, joy…

29 January, 2026

COMMUNITY·GREECE

Greek diaspora: Three parliamentary seats and postal voting presented by minister Livanios

The Minister of Interior, Theodoros Livanios, presented to the Cabinet on Monday morning a comprehensive bill aimed at strengthening the electoral participation of Greeks living abroad. The legislation, titled “Definition of the Electoral District of the Greek Diaspora and Facilitation of Voting…

27 January, 2026

AUSTRALIA·COMMUNITY

Greek-Australians honoured in the 2026 Australia Day awards

Australians of Greek heritage have been prominent among the recipients of the 2026 Australia Day honours, recognised for distinguished service in law, community support, education, health, emergency services and policing. The annual list highlights contributions that reflect sustained commitment to public life,…

26 January, 2026

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The world’s first inaugural UNESCO World Greek Language Day celebration in Melbourne

How a young Indian Australian girl fell in love with the Greek language

Antipodes Festival 2026: Lonsdale street set to pulse with hellenic spirit for 38th year

Life after reality TV for the Moursellas twins

Oakleigh Grammar whole school blessing

104 years of memory, migration and meaning: The life of Giorgos Lygouris

Melbourne Greek youth represented at global Athens diaspora symposium

Hellenic and Cypriot Organisations unite to create history at first combined International Women’s Day Celebration

Pharos 2026: Shaping a global vision for the future of the Greek language

A plea from Florina: Mayor and Bishop appeal to Melbourne’s Diaspora

Melbourne comes together for the Saint Gregory Feast and Philotimo Festival

Greek diaspora: Three parliamentary seats and postal voting presented by minister Livanios

Greek-Australians honoured in the 2026 Australia Day awards

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