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Cheese lovers rejoice as Tyrini, Greece’s beloved Cheesefare Week, begins. The final week before Great Lent is filled with traditional pies, dairy dishes and rich flavors, marking a joyful farewell to indulgence before the fasting period leading to Pascha.
Tsiknopempti is the day Greece smells like grilled meat from corner to corner. From street barbecues to family feasts, here’s why this smoky Carnival tradition brings the country together — and how it’s celebrated today.
The HACCI National Federation met with Greece’s incoming Trade Commissioner in Sydney to discuss strengthening Greece-Australia trade ties, highlighting sectoral opportunities and collaboration. This event marks a key step in bilateral economic relations.
Long-time Kalymnos benefactor John Halikos has announced his decision to leave his homeland following a…
The documentary “FOR 5 YEARS – The Return That Never Came” delves into Greek Migration Australia, highlighting the hardships and cultural legacies of migrants who built new lives Down Under.
Gov.gr Wallet upgrade brings real-time alerts for revoked digital IDs & driving licences, auto-filled OTPs for easier additions, and live DYPA unemployment card updates with colour indicators. Enhanced security and convenience for Greek citizens.
Greek wedding traditions blend faith, family, and celebration, from stefana crowns and koufeta to regional rituals passed down through generations.
Join the Early Greek Australians Facebook group: a treasure trove of black-and-white photos, passenger lists & heartfelt stories from Greek migrants who built new lives in Australia. Nostalgia & pride unite 35,000+ members!
During the Epiphany water blessing ceremony in Limassol, Cyprus on January 6, 2026, a 45-year-old man dove into the sea, retrieved the wooden Holy Cross, but then pocketed it and left the scene, triggering a police search.
Effective Jan 2026, Greece slashes income taxes for families with children, offers zero tax for young workers under 25 earning up to €20,000, halves rural property tax, and introduces rental income breaks to boost long-term housing and fight demographic decline.
The Holy Theophany, also known as the Epiphany, the Celebration of the Lights, or ta Fota (the Lights), is held on January 6 and is one of the most sacred and holiest Feast Days in the Greek Orthodox Calendar.
In Greece, families smash a pomegranate at midnight on New Year’s Eve—the more seeds that scatter, the greater the abundance and luck in the coming year. This ancient ritual, tied to myths of fertility and renewal, welcomes 2026 with joyful symbolism.
Greece Upgrades Citizenship Swearing-In Ceremonies in 2025: A More Symbolic Welcome for New Citizens
In 2025, Greece significantly enhanced the Greek citizenship ceremony, making the swearing-in of new citizens…
A Greek appeals court has unanimously upheld the life sentence for Dimitris Vergos, convicted of murdering his girlfriend Garifallia Psarrakou during a 2021 holiday on Folegandros after an argument escalated into fatal violence.
Agios Spyridon the Wonderworker is the Patron Saint of Kerkyra (Corfu) and is called the…
The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia Christmas celebration on December 5 in Melbourne highlighted mutual medical degree recognition between Australia and Greece, honoring members and partners.
On November 27, 2013, the Holy Synod of the Patriarchate of Constantinople canonized Elder Porphyrios…
Agios Andreas in Patras is the largest Church in Greece and accommodates around 7,000 worshippers.…
The Alpha Omega Honors Gala 2025 set records with 400 attendees in Boston, celebrating Harry Agganis and awarding Greek American sports leaders.
November 8 is the largest religious celebration on Symi island- the Feast day of the…
What the “airport friend” test reveals about modern friendship, connection, and the quiet art of showing up.
A prominent Greek-Australian advocate for the reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures, currently held in the…
Discover Greece’s new mandate for pet-friendly accommodations: special stickers for venues meeting animal welfare standards, plus ties to adoption efforts. Ideal for pet owners planning trips.
The 2025 Alpha Omega Council Gala honorees spotlight sports icons and leaders honoring Harry Agganis. Mark your calendar for Nov 1 at InterContinental Boston—celebrate legacy and excellence.
King Charles III pays a subtle tribute to his late father, Prince Philip, by wearing a Greek signet ring.
As we enter the Aussie summertime, with the morning sun beaming through our windows waking…
Katrina the Lightworker bridges two worlds: a high-level corporate leader by day and an intuitive healer by night. Her story of awakening, purpose, and global impact is a reminder that we can lead with both soul and strategy—because true healing begins when we reconnect with our light.
Greece is grappling with a severe population decline, projected to shrink by up to 25%…
From India’s ancient system of medicine, Ayurveda, to global wellness circles, the ritual of starting the day with ghee has gone viral. But do the benefits stack up?
