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Greek Community of Alexandria Condemns Attack in Sinai
The Greek community of Alexandria, and in the entire country, are on the side of the Egyptian people and send their most sincere condolences for the attack at a mosque in Egypt's north Sinai region, the head of the...
Australia
Don’t Miss GCM’s Historical Church Feast Day Celebrations
On March 25, the Greek Community’s most historical church The Annunciation of Our Lady will celebrate its feast day with the attendance of religious and consular authorities and also representatives of Greek community organizations.
The Board of Management of the...
Australia
Australia Day Awards: 4 Volunteers From Greek Community Nominated in Whittlesea
The Australia Day awards took place on January 26, at the Whittlesea council offices in South Morang Victoria, where four Greek-Australians were nominated for their remarkable contribution to the community.
Commenting to Neos Kosmos local Councilor Mary Lailos said "It's...
Australia
Greek Bookstore In Sydney Closes Down
The well-known Greek bookstore located in Dulwich Hill offering authentic imported books from Greece is calling it a day after 5 years of running on a voluntary basis.
It is a sad event for many, as the shop was the...
Australia
Victory for Keeping Greek Language Program in Northcote High School
After the determination of the Greek community and diplomats who fought to keep Greek language programs from being abruptly yanked from the curriculum of the Northcote High School, some progress has been made.
Northcote High School has announced that they...
Australia
Smoking Ban in Oakleigh’s Eaton Mall Meets Opposition from Greek Community Leaders
Although the communities of Melbourne and Victoria have supported a ban on smoking in public places, the Greek community is set to oppose the ban, according to a statement by the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria's president,...
Australia
Help the White Tower Melbourne Project Reach its Goal by Crocheting Flowers
The White Tower Melbourne Project was launched by Maria Vamvakinou just a few weeks ago, and the community has already pulled together to show an amazing response.
The goal of the project is to crochet 8,000 flowers to cover a...
Australia
First Annual Commemoration of the Role of Lemnos in the Gallipoli Campaign
On August 13th the Hellenic community of Melbourne celebrated the role of soldiers and nurses who served on Lemnos in the Gallipoli campaign.
There were over 100 people in attendance at the newly built Lemnos Gallipoli Memorial. The attendants were...
Australia
The Soap Opera Continues as Plans to Evict Greek Orthodox Priest and Family are Put on Hold
In Auckland's small Greek community a drama has been playing out for some time. It all started last August when a vote at the Hellenic Community's Annual General Meeting resulted in deciding to evict Father Paul Patitsas and his family...
Canada
‘The Smile of the Child’ to Visit Montreal and Ottawa Between May 5 and 10
A delegation of NGO "The Smile of the Child" arrives on an official visit in Montreal and Ottawa from May 5-8 and May 9-10, respectively. The purpose is to inform and encourage the local Greek community, as well as other child...