Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met warmly with Archbishop Makarios of Australia at Maximos Mansion, expressing joy ahead of his upcoming March 25 visit to the Greek diaspora. He highlighted the postal voting legislation for expatriates as a historic achievement for Hellenism and his personal efforts toward a double taxation avoidance agreement.
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The Archbishop Makarios Name Day dinner in Sydney on January 19, 2026, featured high-profile guests, awards, and proceeds for church renovations, showcasing Greek Orthodox unity.
19 December 2025 GCT Archbishop Makarios of Australia joined Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn and several…
The Euphoria Seniors Social Group in Canberra unveiled its refurbished building, blessed by Archbishop Makarios. This milestone enhances support for Greek seniors through social programs and home care.
The Enthronement of Bishop Athenagoras on December 6, 2025, drew crowds to St. Nicholas Church in Canberra, marking a pivotal moment for the Greek Orthodox community in Australia. Archbishop Makarios led the ceremony with calls for unity.
Deputy Foreign Minister Yiannis Loverdos completed a landmark visit to Australia and New Zealand, the first by a Greek deputy minister since 2017. During his tour, he met with Greek community leaders, church authorities, academics, and local officials, focusing on improving consular services, supporting Greek language education, and strengthening ties with diaspora communities in cities including Brisbane, Hobart, and Sydney.
Archbishop Makarios proud Orthodox faith shines in Sydney sermon at St. Nicholas. Call to love enemies draws Minister Mendoni and dignitaries for unity.
Our People, Their Stories marks one year, celebrating Makarios’ quote: “A tree without roots.” Honor Greek diaspora legacy.
Our People, Their Stories marks one year with Makarios of Australia history quote: “A tree that cuts its roots.” Honor Greek diaspora legacy.
Her Excellency Lina Mendoni, Greece’s Minister of Culture, His Eminence Archbishop Makarios, and His Excellency Ambassador Stavros Venizelos visited the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney on October 4, 2025, during the October long weekend, reinforcing cultural ties with the Australian Greek diaspora.
Celebratory Event in Sydney Marks First Anniversary of the Living Museum “Our People, Their Stories”
The Holy Archdiocese of Australia will host a celebratory event in Sydney on 4 October 2025, marking the first anniversary of the Living Museum “Our People, Their Stories”, a project dedicated to preserving the personal histories of the Greek diaspora in Australia.
Bishop Athenagoras ordination occurred on September 27, 2025, in Sydney, elevating the former Archdeacon to Bishop of Canberra amid chants of “Axios” and hierarchical presence.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia will ordain two new Bishops this weekend in Sydney, including Bishop-elect Athenagoras and Bishop-elect Christophoros.
The Ecumenical Patriarchate has elected Archdeacon Athinagoras Karakonstantakis as Bishop of Canberra and Archimandrite Christophoros Krikelis as Assistant Bishop with the title of Kerasounta.
With profound sorrow, but also with deep gratitude for a life of devotion and compassion,…
The Evzones Collection, praised by Bill Papastergiadis, captures Greece’s Presidential Guard in stunning photos, displayed in Athens and soon to tour the USA.
The Sydney Greek Orthodox community mourned Archimandrite Nektarios Zorbalas at an emotional funeral on July 28, 2025, at the Holy Cathedral in Redfern. Known for founding the Newtown soup kitchen, his legacy of compassion lives on.
Cyprus marked the 51st anniversary of the 1974 coup that led to Turkey’s invasion, dividing the nation. The coup, orchestrated by Greece’s junta and EOKA B, targeted President Makarios, who escaped and rallied resistance. The invasion displaced 200,000 Greek Cypriots, with many still missing.
Archbishop Makarios of Australia met with Greek Minister of National Defense Nikolaos Dendias in Athens. They discussed the strong Greece-Australia ties, the role of the Greek diaspora, and the Orthodox Church’s efforts to preserve Greek language and traditions. The Minister praised the Church’s contributions, while the Archbishop expressed the diaspora’s pride in Greece’s Armed Forces.
The Greek Presidential Guard, or Evzones, visited Sydney in a moving tribute to the shared history of Greece and Australia. From marching at the ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park to honoring Anzac sacrifices at Greek Orthodox churches, their presence celebrated a legacy of alliance forged in WWII and beyond.
On May 7, 2025, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens bestowed the title of Honorary Doctor upon Archbishop Makarios of Australia in a grand ceremony attended by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I and Archbishop Ieronymos II. Rector Gerasimos Siasos lauded Makarios as “an inspired hierarch” whose work revitalizes the Greek Orthodox community in Australia through education, social outreach, and theological leadership. In his keynote, Makarios addressed the challenges of digital media in shaping ecclesiastical and democratic consciousness, cementing his role as a global voice for Orthodoxy and Hellenism.
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Sydney warmly welcomed Greece’s Evzones at a Doxology Service in Redfern, led by Archbishop Makarios, with NSW Premier Chris Minns and Consul General Ioannis Mallikourtis in attendance. Marking their first Australian visit, the Evzones toured the Sydney Opera House and Harbour, celebrating the 125-year bond between Greece and Australia during ANZAC Day commemorations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined Sydney’s Greek Orthodox community for a festive Easter Sunday lunch with Archbishop Makarios, Greek Ambassador Stavros Venizelos, and Consul General Ioannis Mallikourtis. Sharing “Χριστός Ανέστη!” on X, Albanese celebrated Pascha, showcasing Australia’s vibrant multicultural unity.
THI Australia celebrated a decade of impact with a dazzling Gala Dinner at Sydney’s Fullerton Hotel on March 22, 2025, honoring Nick Politis AM as its inaugural awardee. Amid speeches from leaders like Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Greece’s Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the night spotlighted the Greek diaspora’s unwavering support for their homeland. With a rousing performance by Kostas Karafotis, the event underscored THI’s mission—fueled by community spirit—to uplift Greece through health, education, and more.
A Greek Parliament delegation will visit Sydney for the March 25th National Day celebrations, followed by the Evzones’ participation in ANZAC Week events across Sydney and Adelaide from April 28th to May 4th. The MPs, led by Stavros Keletsi, will engage with community leaders and hold a press conference on March 27th, highlighting the strong Greece-Australia bond.
: From 28 April to 4 May 2025, 14 Greek Presidential Guards (Evzones) will visit Sydney during ANZAC Week. Save the date for key events, including a Doxology service, a Guard of Honour, and a grand march at the ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park.
The Estia Greek Festival 2025 in Hobart was a weekend filled with vibrant Greek culture, food, and performances, highlighted by a visit from Archbishop Makarios. The festival brought the community together, showcasing traditional Greek cuisine, live music, and inspiring messages about the importance of community, heritage, and staying connected to one’s roots. With a strong emphasis on youth involvement and the growing enthusiasm of attendees, the Greek Community of Tasmania is already excited for next year’s event.
Archbishop Makarios of Australia arrived in Havana on January 22, 2025, to represent Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew at the 20th anniversary of the consecration of the Orthodox Church of Saint Nicholas. During his visit, he commemorated the historic 2004 visit by the Primate of Orthodoxy and expressed gratitude for the Cuban Government’s ongoing support of the Orthodox community.
Greek-Australian Archbishop Makarios, alongside other Christian leaders, has condemned the rise of anti-Semitism in Australia, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom and condemning the violence against Jews following the Hamas terror attacks in Gaza. In his call for peace, he highlights the illogical and harmful conflation of individuals with the actions of national governments, urging unity and the protection of all Australians’ rights and freedoms.
