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Melbourne Cretans Commemorate 158th Anniversary of Arkadi Holocaust*

Honouring Heritage: Melbourne Cretans Commemorate 158th Anniversary of the Arkadi Holocaust in 2024

The Cretan community of Melbourne gathered to commemorate the 158th anniversary of the Arkadi Holocaust, a pivotal moment in Cretan history. The poignant event, organized by the Pancretan Association of Melbourne, honoured the courage and sacrifice of those who perished through music, dance, and reflections on the enduring spirit of Crete.

Archbishop of Australia: Today we united Athens with Melbourne, Australia with Greece

Archbishop of Australia: Today we united Athens with Melbourne, Australia with Greece

During his greeting, Archbishop Makarios, receiving a stimulus from the title of a song, from those presented during the event, asked the attendees to set a goal, in view of this year’s Christmas, to offer love to all.

“Love has no limits. Love is for everyone. For friends and relatives, but also for enemies. And for those who are not orthodox Christians. And for those who are not Greeks. And for those who do not love our traditions and our customs. Love is addressed to everyone without exception”, he emphasized characteristically.