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The first episode of the 10th season of MasterChef Greece aired on Sunday, 18 January, on Star Channel Greece, as our very own Philip Vakos, impresses on MasterChef Greece. Philip successfully progressing through the audition stage, receiving an apron and officially securing…

The 44th Annual Convention of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand, proudly hosted by the Cretan Association of Sydney and New South Wales, brought together Cretans from across Australia and New Zealand for four outstanding days of culture, unity and…

The Mayor of Florina, Vasilis Giannakis, and His Eminence Metropolitan Irenaios will extend their official Australian tour to Melbourne as part of a series of community engagements aimed at reinforcing links with the Greek diaspora. The Florina delegation’s Melbourne visit strengthens diaspora…

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…

Greek Orthodox communities across Victoria gathered on Monday, January 6, to mark the Feast of Epiphany, as the traditional Blessing of the Waters ceremonies were held at the Rye Foreshore and Frankston Pier. The observances drew strong participation from clergy, parishioners and…

Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand convenes Annual General Meeting in Sydney, held on Saturday, 3 January, at the conference facilities of the Branksome Hotel in Mascot. The meeting brought together representatives from all member organisations of the Federation. Proceedings opened…

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…