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South Melbourne Hellas Triumphs Over Sydney Olympic in thrilling 3–2 season opener

The 2025 Australian Championship kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday night, with South Melbourne Hellas edging past Sydney Olympic 3–2 in a pulsating contest at Lakeside Stadium. The match delivered a blend of technical brilliance, late drama, and goals of the…

11 October, 2025

COMMUNITY·SPORTS

PGT Legacy: Connecting with the Greek Diaspora

In memory of Pavlos Giannakopoulos and his enduring legacy, PAO BC together with several of our most valued sponsors, proudly announce the initiative ‘PGT Legacy: Connecting with the Greek Diaspora’. Under the ‘PGT Legacy: Connecting with the Greek Diaspora’ initiative, our sponsors…

5 September, 2025

SPORTS

Eurobasket 2025: Greece through to the Round of 16

Greece’s EuroBasket 2025 Campaign: A Resurgent Force Greece entered EuroBasket 2025 determined to end a 16-year medal drought. The team last climbed the podium in 2009, though it famously won European titles in 1987 and 2005. With Vassilis Spanoulis at the helm…

5 September, 2025

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Tsitsipas eliminated in the 2nd round of the US Open – Unable to withstand the “marathon” 5 sets

In a four-hour and 26-minute battle, Stefanos Tsitsipas was unable to clinch victory against Daniel Altmaier. The Greek tennis star was defeated 7–6(5), 1–6, 4–6, 6–3, 7–5, falling short at the US Open and bowing out in the second round. It was…

29 August, 2025

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First round wins for Sakkari and Tsitsipas at the US Open

Sakkari v Maria Maria Sakkari began her 11th US Open campaign in the best possible way. Playing with great energy, she deservedly defeated 38-year-old German Tatjana Maria 6–3, 6–2 in just 85 minutes, securing her place in the second round. For the…

27 August, 2025

COMMUNITY·SPORTS

Registrations now open for the first Greek Community Cup Juniors

The Greek Community of Melbourne, in partnership with Oakleigh Cannons FC, is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Greek Community Cup Juniors, taking place from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025. Following the success of the Men’s and Women’s…

22 August, 2025

COMMUNITY·SPORTS

Eras of South Melbourne FC: Historic Mural Unveiled

The proud history of South Melbourne FC (Hellas) was celebrated with emotion and admiration last Saturday, August 16, 2025, as the club unveiled a striking new mural inside its hall. The large-scale artwork, which now dominates the venue’s interior, depicts portraits of…

20 August, 2025

SPORTS

Football matches that are banned by UEFA and FIFA

Football might be the world’s most popular sport, but it doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Political tensions and territorial disputes often spill over onto the pitch – forcing UEFA and FIFA to impose bans on certain matches to avoid clashes both on and off the field. Ukraine…

14 August, 2025

SPORTS

Crystal Palace makes history with upset over Liverpool to win FA Community Shield

Crystal Palace claimed its second trophy in just a few months, stunning Premier League champions Liverpool in a dramatic FA Community Shield victory at Wembley. The London club triumphed 3-2 in a tense penalty shootout after twice coming from behind during regular…

11 August, 2025

SPORTS

Western United to appeal A-League Licence withdrawal immediately

Western United FC, the A-League 2022 champions, has had its licence to compete in both the A-League Men and Women competitions withdrawn by Football Australia’s independent First Instance Board—a decision made effective immediately on 8 August 2025. The club’s downfall is attributed…

11 August, 2025

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South Melbourne secures record 10th Dockerty Cup title with inspired performance by Campbell Dovison

South Melbourne reaffirmed its dominance in Victorian football by clinching the Dockerty Cup for a second consecutive year, delivering a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Heidelberg United in a final that captivated fans with its drama and intensity. Heidelberg United stunned early…

11 August, 2025

3XY Radio Hellas·SPORTS

Greek basketball star Dinos Mitoglou:The passion, the journey, and the Aussie tour

Greek-Australian listeners were treated to a special surprise: international basketball star and Panathinaikos forward Dinos Mitoglou joined Kostas Paterakis live on 3XY’s Radio Hellas “Sports Sunday” program. This exclusive was conducted interview ahead of his team’s highly anticipated tour to Australia this…

6 August, 2025

SPORTS

Hellenic derby looms as AEK Athens to face Aris Limassol in UEFA clash

AEK Athens has kept its European ambitions alive, progressing to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League after a tense 0–0 draw against Hapoel Be’er Sheva on Friday morning (AEST). The Hellenic derby looms as AEK Athens to face…

1 August, 2025

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South Melbourne Hellas Triumphs Over Sydney Olympic in thrilling 3–2 season opener

PGT Legacy: Connecting with the Greek Diaspora

Eurobasket 2025: Greece through to the Round of 16

Tsitsipas eliminated in the 2nd round of the US Open – Unable to withstand the “marathon” 5 sets

First round wins for Sakkari and Tsitsipas at the US Open

Registrations now open for the first Greek Community Cup Juniors

Eras of South Melbourne FC: Historic Mural Unveiled

Football matches that are banned by UEFA and FIFA

Crystal Palace makes history with upset over Liverpool to win FA Community Shield

Western United to appeal A-League Licence withdrawal immediately

South Melbourne secures record 10th Dockerty Cup title with inspired performance by Campbell Dovison

Greek basketball star Dinos Mitoglou:The passion, the journey, and the Aussie tour

Hellenic derby looms as AEK Athens to face Aris Limassol in UEFA clash

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