Greek-Australian advocate Emanuel Comino shares his 50-year campaign for the Parthenon Marbles’ return at Oakleigh Grammar, inspiring Year 12 students with lessons in dedication and cultural stewardship.
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The Pan Macedonian Association of Victoria thanks Moomba Festival for blocking misuse of the Star of Vergina symbol ahead of 2026. Sparks debate on cultural heritage in Melbourne’s multicultural events.
Exclusive interview with renowned neurosurgeon Professor Charlie Teo, who speaks about the controversy that ended his ability to operate in Australia, his work saving brain tumour patients overseas, and the groundbreaking brain-mapping technology now reshaping neurology.
Aiva Anagnostiadis, Australia’s first female F1 Academy driver, opens up about her 2025 broken leg, recovery, new opportunities, funding challenges for women in motorsport, and inspiring more girls on the grid.
FIFA Oceania Professional League honoured in Victoria on February 19, 2026. South Melbourne FC hosts parliamentary reception to celebrate historic milestone and Pacific unity through sport.
Antipodes Festival 2026 celebrates Greek culture in Melbourne with over 500 performers and headline acts from Greece—a free event on Lonsdale Street, Feb 28-Mar 1.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Australia on March 25, with stops in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra for Greek Independence Day celebrations.
More than four decades after the brutal killing of Haroula Kipouridou, her name continues to…
Celebrity chef George Calombaris is back in Melbourne with Auto Greek, a one-month pop-up at Ovolo South Yarra. Showcasing neoclassic Greek cuisine with dishes under $30, the former MasterChef Australia judge reconnects with the city’s vibrant inner-city dining scene.
An 80-year-old Wollert man has been charged with the murder of his 77-year-old wife after she was found unresponsive at their home on Saltlake Boulevard. Police arrested him at the scene on January 25, 2026, and he appeared in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court the following day, but proceedings were adjourned due to the lack of a Greek interpreter.
Greek Australians excel in 2026 Australia Day Honours: Chief Justice Christopher Kourakis AC leads, joined by Viola Kalokerinos OAM, Peter Copulos OAM, and others for judiciary, volunteering, medicine, and philanthropy.
Greek junior Odysseas Geladaris showed resilience in his first Australian Open Juniors match, pushing world No. 47 Kai Thompson to a tight second-set tiebreak before a 6-2, 7-6(3) defeat. Community support, including from Stefanos Tsitsipas, helped make his debut possible.
Stefanos Tsitsipas reveals a “stupid” psoas tear from juggling football days before AO 2026, nearly forcing withdrawal. He beat Mochizuki but fell to Tomas Machac 4-6, 6-3, 6-7(5), 6-7(5) in R2. Full quotes inside.
Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis, the fan-favorite “Special Ks” and 2022 Australian Open doubles champions,…
Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis, the Special Ks, reunite in doubles at Australian Open 2026 Day 5, proudly repping their Greek heritage from Ioannina, Kalamata, and Tripoli roots. All-Aussie clash on Kia Arena – read more on greekcitytimes.com
Russian rising star Mirra Andreeva dominated Greece’s Maria Sakkari in straight sets (6-0, 6-4) during the Australian Open 2026 second round on January 21, advancing with composure against a vocal Melbourne crowd cheering for the Greek player.
Maria Sakkari’s Australian Open 2026 campaign ended in the second round with a straight-sets loss (6-0, 6-4) to rising star Mirra Andreeva, who dominated with clinical play and maturity beyond her years.
17-year-old Greek tennis player Odysseas Geladaris (ITF No.77) wins 6-0, 7-6(2) over Evan Vassiliadis in Australian Open Junior qualifying debut. One more victory needed for main draw at Melbourne Park.
Philip Vakos, the Greek-Australian chef known for his innovative takes on Hellenic cuisine at Bahari in Melbourne, recently returned to the MasterChef stage—this time competing in Season 10 of MasterChef Greece, representing the diaspora with a fusion lamb dish that earned him an apron.
Stefanos Tsitsipas rallied after losing the first set to beat Shintaro Mochizuki in four sets on Day 3 of the Australian Open 2026, advancing to face Tomas Machac in round two.
Stefanos Tsitsipas delights fans with a hilarious mock Aussie accent in his new Adidas promo, asking “Have you ever seen a cheetah meditate?” while channeling Steve Irwin vibes with “crikey” — a fun prelude to Australian Open season!
Maria Sakkari advances to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-2 win over Léolia Jeanjean, highlighted by a spectacular forehand return around the net post that she compared to shots from Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz
Melbourne is set to host the world’s first official UNESCO-recognized celebration of World Greek Language Day (International Greek Language Day) on February 9, 2026, at the historic Capitol Theatre. This landmark event honors the Greek language’s enduring legacy, dedicated to pioneering educators like Panagiotis Liveriadis and generations of Greek teachers in Australia. Featuring music, lectures, and awards for philhellenes, the free community-funded gathering highlights Melbourne’s central role in global Hellenism following UNESCO’s historic proclamation.
Thanasi Kokkinakis withdraws from Australian Open 2026 singles due to shoulder injury but plans to compete in doubles. The popular Aussie-Greek player cites ongoing recovery after a tough year.
Costeen Hatzi, the 25-year-old influencer and ex of Nick Kyrgios, has confirmed her attendance at the 2026 Australian Open, excited to experience the Grand Slam “in a new light” after their amicable split. She’s partnering with Australian fashion and beauty brands while enjoying some tennis and catching up with fellow WAG Hannah Dal Sasso.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
