Ioannis Vidiniotis, 28, from Athens, faces quadriplegia after hitting a sandbank at Perth’s Cottesloe Beach on New Year’s Eve. With less than 5% chance of ever walking again, the Greek community of WA launches major fundraiser.
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Young Greek tourist Ioannis Vidiniotis from Athens has <5% chance of walking again after striking his head on a sandbank at Cottesloe Beach on New Year's Eve. Hellenic Community of WA launches GoFundMe for his care.
United Cup Community Champions Greek businesses grow with four new Perth additions: Attika Hotel, Floreat Athena, Hellenic Community WA, Yefsi at Attika—celebrating Hellenic heritage.
Coco Gauff and Christian Harrison saved the day for Team USA, clinching a dramatic 4-6, 6-4, [10-8] mixed doubles win over Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas after blowing a 6-1 lead in the tiebreak, securing a 2-1 quarterfinal victory and a spot in the United Cup semifinals.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stefanos Tsitsipas has arrived in Perth, Australia, to kick off his 2026 season at the United Cup, where Greece will face Japan on January 2 and Great Britain on January 5.
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.
Maria Sakkari is gearing up for a strong comeback in the 2026 tennis season, training…
Sydney, December 9, 2025 – Australia will make history at midnight local time (16:00 Greece…
Greek-Australian Michael Clapsis, 44, from Perth, was jailed for seven years and four months for “evil twin” Wi-Fi attacks on flights and at airports to steal credentials, plus stealing hundreds of intimate images from women’s accounts over years.
Greece has been drawn into a blockbuster Group E for the 2026 United Cup in Perth, facing Great Britain and Japan in what is already being labelled the ‘group of fire’. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari will return to RAC Arena for the third time in four years, taking on Jack Draper, Emma Raducanu, and Naomi Osaka in the opening week of the new season.
Western Australia has joined communities across the world in marking Oxi Day, a national day of remembrance in Greece that honours the country’s refusal to surrender to fascist forces during World War II.
GCT Exclusive: The Greek-Australian tech executive who helped shape Windows 10, led Azure’s sovereign solutions, and now mentors the next generation of global leaders
WA Liberal leader Basil Zempilas trades suits for board shorts on a family holiday in Kastellorizo, Greece, soaking up the Mediterranean sun and sharing moments of relaxation on Instagram.
In a groundbreaking virtual summit hosted by the Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HACCI), diplomats, business leaders, and industry experts explored the growing trade and investment opportunities between Greece and Australia. With over 53 participants, the event highlighted key sectors such as renewable energy, tourism, and maritime trade, while addressing challenges and incentives for bilateral growth.
Australia’s rapidly growing olive oil market, valued at AUD 475 million in 2023, offers significant opportunities for Greek exporters. With domestic production limited and consumer demand rising, Greek olive oil benefits from a strong reputation, particularly among the Greek diaspora and Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts, supported by zero import duties and robust distribution networks in cities like Melbourne and Sydney.
Three new measles cases in Western Australia have raised the state’s total to eight, sparking fears of a worsening outbreak. With over 40 exposure sites identified, including Bunbury Regional Hospital and Hakea Prison, health officials warn that the highly contagious disease—potentially the most infectious known to humans—could spread further, urging vigilance and vaccination.
A surfer missing in Western Australia was “taken by a shark”, police said, after search…
Basil Zempilas celebrated his victory in the 2025 WA election for Churchlands with a traditional Greek dance after a tense vote count. Winning 52% of the primary vote, Zempilas marked his victory in style with family and supporters, reflecting on the close contest and his future in WA politics.
Elena Rybakina delivered a stellar performance against Maria Sakkari, winning 6-4, 6-3, to secure Kazakhstan’s spot at the top of Group C and advance to the United Cup quarterfinals. Her skillful play and cheerful presence on the court were key to the team’s success.
After a tense victory over Spain, Greece’s top tennis players Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari return to action in Perth to face Kazakhstan in the United Cup. A win secures Greece’s spot in the quarterfinals, while even a loss could see them advance as the second-best team in Group C.
Greece triumphed over Spain 2-1 in Group C of the United Cup in Perth. Despite an early upset with Maria Sakkari’s loss to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, Stefanos Tsitsipas leveled the score against Pablo Carreno Busta. The duo secured victory in the mixed doubles, overcoming a one-set deficit to win the decisive match against Sergio Martos Gomes and Yvonne Cavalle Reimers.
Greek tennis stars Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari are celebrating Christmas in Perth, Australia, along with their Team Greece teammates, as they prepare for the upcoming United Cup tournament.
