Greek star Despina Papamichail (world No. 157) powers into the second round of Australian Open 2026 qualifying with a commanding 6-3, 7-5 win over Sachia Vickery.
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On January 11, 2026, over 500 gathered in Hobart for the joint Epiphany Blessing of the Waters at Sandy Bay. Paul Holland retrieved the cross in a traditional swim. Community BBQ followed the Hobart Epiphany blessing ceremony.
After nearly a year sidelined by a chronic pectoral injury, Thanasi Kokkinakis made an emotional return to the court at the Brisbane International, teaming with Nick Kyrgios for a dramatic doubles win. The 29-year-old underwent unprecedented surgery in February 2025, using an Achilles tendon allograft from a deceased donor to reattach his pectoral muscle — a high-risk procedure no other tennis player had attempted.
A viral story has Americans ditching cheese upon discovering that ~90% contains a genetically engineered enzyme (FPC) originally developed by Pfizer, now widely used globally—including in Australia—without mandatory GMO labeling. The backlash highlights calls for transparency in food production.
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!
Greek-Australian Pete Z crowdsources funds for bold NDIS fraud investigation. $52B scheme under the microscope
Australia’s iconic Paspaley pearling dynasty—long synonymous with the world’s finest South Sea pearls—is navigating a…
Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he will not play singles at the 2026 Australian Open, opting to skip a wildcard entry to focus on doubles with Thanasi Kokkinakis. After a straight-sets loss in Brisbane and years of injury struggles, the 30-year-old admitted he’s not ready for five-setters yet but plans a full return next year.
Australian Author Shelley Dark’s ‘Hydra Collection’ books receive honors in the 2025 Global Book Awards.
Lendlease, Mirvac and Coombes Property Group have been appointed to deliver Sydney’s Hunter Street Metro precinct, including two commercial towers above the future Metro West interchange in the CBD.
Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have bowed out of the Brisbane International doubles, falling in a dramatic match tiebreak to French pair Sadio Doumbia and Fabien Reboul after a spirited comeback thrilled the crowd at Pat Rafter Arena.
Stefanos Tsitsipas delivered a stunning 6-4, 7-5 victory over Taylor Fritz to level Greece’s United Cup quarterfinal tie against the defending champions USA at 1-1. The Greek star now eyes the deciding mixed doubles to advance.
Coco Gauff delivered a commanding performance to defeat Maria Sakkari 6-3, 6-2 in the United Cup quarterfinal, giving the defending champion United States a crucial 1-0 lead over Greece. The World No. 4 rebounded strongly from recent serving struggles, setting up a men’s singles clash between Taylor Fritz and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Nick Kyrgios’ singles comeback at the Brisbane International ended in a 6-3, 6-4 straight-sets loss to Aleksandar Kovacevic, with visible elbow discomfort raising fresh concerns about his fitness ahead of the Australian Open.
The US has overhauled its childhood vaccine schedule in 2026, reducing routine recommendations from 17 to 11 diseases. Vaccines for rotavirus, influenza, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and meningococcal are now risk-based only — a major shift under HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Australia maintains a broader universal program.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari secured Greece’s qualification for the United Cup quarterfinals with hard-fought three-set victories over Billy Harris and Emma Raducanu, marking the team’s return to the knockout stage after two years.
Athanasios Limnios, a key figure in Perth’s Greek community, has dedicated decades to philanthropy, education, and business, recently honoured by the Orthodox Church.
Join 40,000 visitors at Sydney’s largest Greek cultural event, the Epiphany Greek Festival 2026, on Sunday 11 January at Carss Bush Park. Enjoy authentic Greek food, traditional dances, the iconic Cross-throwing ceremony, live music, amusement rides, and a spectacular waterfront fireworks finale. Free entry for the whole family!
Team Greece, powered by Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari, faces Great Britain in a crucial United Cup Group E clash in Perth on January 5, 2026, with the winner advancing to the quarter-finals—Emma Raducanu remains doubtful due to injury.
Thanasi Kokkinakis broke down in tears after his Brisbane doubles win with Nick Kyrgios, marking his first match in 12 months post-surgery and crediting his team for support during a challenging year of recovery.
“Gen Z Adelaide property investor Zach Hristodoulopoulos built a $5M portfolio before 30 by buying land-rich ‘ugly ducklings’ and subdividing. Now running HRISTO, he’s proving young Aussies can still win big in property.
January 3, 2026 – Greek citizens living in Australia seeking to apply for a new…
United Cup Community Champions: Greek businesses. Complete list of 2026 honourees in Perth and Sydney, spotlighting Greek contributions amid Greece’s strong start to 2026.
A young Greek woman is among the missing and an Australian national is injured following the devastating New Year’s Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, which claimed over 40 lives and left more than 115 injured.
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios proudly embraces his Greek roots by wearing the Greek national basketball team’s No. 34 jersey—a tribute to NBA icon Giannis Antetokounmpo—as he prepares for his highly anticipated comeback at the Brisbane International starting January 4, 2026.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Sydney, Canberra, and Melbourne on March 25, 2026, for Greek Independence Day. Annual celebrations will feature 50 Greek flags flying and 20 buildings illuminated in blue and white, with a special request for Parliament House in Canberra to light up in Greek colors.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, recovered from a 2025 back injury, declares an injury-free season his top priority as he leads Greece with Maria Sakkari at the United Cup in Perth, facing Japan on January 2.
Former South Australian Labor senator Nick Bolkus, a pioneering Greek-Australian minister in the Hawke and Keating eras renowned for his humanitarian immigration policies including post-Tiananmen Square protections, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day 2025 at age 75, earning widespread tributes for his dedication to multiculturalism and Labor values.
Nick Kyrgios is back – and this time, he’s eyeing one final shot at glory in Melbourne. The enigmatic Australian is gearing up for a return at the Brisbane International in January 2026, partnering with Thanasi Kokkinakis in doubles, before potentially chasing his home Grand Slam dream.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari, both former world No. 3s, return for their fourth consecutive United Cup, leading Greece in Group E in Perth against Great Britain and Japan, fueled by strong fan support and their proven on-court chemistry.
