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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…

It is with great joy and pride that St Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Theological College announces a landmark academic initiative: the introduction of a new postgraduate program, the Master of Greek Philosophy, commencing in the 2026 Academic Year. This historic development marks a…

Victoria’s faith leaders unite against racism, after Bondi in an unprecedented show of solidarity, signing a joint pledge against racism, violence and division in the aftermath of the Bondi terrorist attack. Fifteen senior representatives from a broad cross-section of religious and cultural…

George Milonas readies for the Christmas rush at Queen Victoria Market as festive trading intensifies at the iconic Melbourne marketplace, with as many as 240,000 shoppers expected to pass through in the days leading up to December 25. Veteran fishmonger George Milonas,…

Victoria’s Year 12 students have reached a major milestone this week, receiving their official VCE results. Among the standout achievers, Greek Australian students have excelled, setting new benchmarks and highlighting the community’s strong commitment to academic success. A record 65,586 students successfully…

Greek Australian leaders expressed support at the Federation Square Hanukkah gathering on the third night of the festival, as Melbourne’s Jewish community came together in an atmosphere of both mourning and solidarity following the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack that claimed the…

The Youth of the Pallaconian Brotherhood proudly hosted a vibrant and highly successful Koulouria Baking Workshop in collaboration with Yiayia’s Glyka, welcoming more than 50 attendees for a memorable morning of shared tradition, learning and connection. Held in the welcoming space of…