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Parents Reunite With Surrogate Babies After Fertility Scandal in Greece
Australian parents have finally been reunited with their surrogate babies after the fertility scandal that erupted in a clinic in Greece last August.
The ordeal began when a fertility clinic in Crete, Greece was abruptly shut down, triggering a police...
Australia
The Fascinating Story of the First Greeks Sailing to Australia
Aptly titled "Hawks in a Cage," a book released recently describes the fascinating story of the first seven Greeks who sailed to Australia. The book, by Konstandina Moshou, is a fictional adventure taking place on a British ship in...
Australia
Greek Australians Angered by Parthenon Marbles TV Coverage
Greek Australians expressed their deep concern and disappointment regarding the recent coverage by ABC Channel of the Parthenon Marbles, where they were consistently referred to as the “Elgin” Marbles.
The President of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), Bill Papastergiadis,...
Australia
Greek Restaurant in Melbourne Loses 90% of Profits After Supporting Israel
A Greek restaurant in Melbourne, Australia, named Mediterranean Greek Tavern, received an unexpected backlash after expressing solidarity with the Jewish community via Facebook.
According to co-owner Perry Le Greco's statement to Daily Mail Australia, he aimed to convey his support...
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Australia’s Greek Film Festival Celebrates 30 Years
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It was back in 1992 that the Antipodes Board, the Cultural Arm of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), decided to proceed with the inaugural Greek Film Festival together with the Greek Community of Sydney (GCS).
By Steve Bakalis
The Sydney...
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The Greek Paradox: Why Do First Generation Greek-Australians Live Longer?
Scottish-Australian physician Norman Swan has made a complex discovery recently. Swan found that Greek-Australians, despite subscribing to potentially life-threatening practices and diets, have the second highest life expectancy behind the Japanese.
Swan dubbed this situation "the Greek Paradox" in his...
Animals
Can the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger Be Brought Back to Life?
Almost 100 years after its extinction, scientists at The University of Melbourne are ready to try and bring the Tasmanian tiger (thylacine) back to life. The species has been declared extinct since the 1930s.
The initiative now has a partnership...
Australia
The Astonishing Story of the First Female Greek Immigrant to Australia
Ekaterini Plessou-Crummer, the first female Greek immigrant to Australia in the mid-1800s, has an incredible personal story that is filled with encounters with historical figures of the Greek War of Independence.
Plessou was born in a small village in Thesprotia...
Australia
The Day the First Greeks Arrived in Australia
It was a day much like any other, on August 27, 1829 when the first-ever recorded Greeks set foot on the continent of Australia.
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Australia Baffled as Mysterious Object Washes up on Beach
The puzzling discovery of a mysterious object in Australia has left the police scratching their heads. The massive mysterious object, resembling a dome, was found by locals at Green Head Beach, situated about 250km (155 miles) north of Perth.
Both...
Animals
American Tourist Fights Off a ‘Frisky’ Kangaroo in Hilarious Video
An American tourist who had to fight off a "frisky" kangaroo while on holiday in Australia has become an internet sensation.
In a TikTok posted by @brooke.so.hip on June 11, a man was seen shielding a woman away from a...
Australia
Greek Australians Celebrate as Ange Postecoglou Takes Charge of Tottenham
Greece and Australia are reveling at the prospect of soccer coach Angelos (Ange) Postecoglou joining English giants Tottenham, after an incredibly successful spell at Scottish champions Celtic.
The Greek Australian coach is set to become a Premier League manager, with...
Australia
Greek Nationals Arrested In Connection to $60M Drug Bust In Sydney
Sydney police has charged two Greek nationals following an investigation into the discovery of 120kg of cocaine in a shipping container.
Australia
Greek Australian Doctor Inherits Millions from Deceased Patient
A Greek Australian doctor is set to inherit millions from a patient’s will after a lengthy legal battle with the deceased man’s ex-business partner, friends and The Salvation Army.
According to The Daily Telegraph, this is the second time Dr....
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Greece is the Hot Destination for Australians as Bookings Soar
Greece has become one of the top destinations for Australians this summer as bookings have soared according to the online travel research company, Webjet.
The company revealed that bookings to Athens from Australia have skyrocketed by 369.5%, a significant increase...