John Halikos (Giannis Chalikos), the prominent Greek-Australian developer and beloved great benefactor of Kalymnos, passed away at age 66 following a heart attack in Darwin, Australia, on March 4, 2026. The Kalymnos community mourns the loss of a man whose selfless contributions transformed schools, healthcare, and daily life on the island.
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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.
Greek-Australian woman Mary Spanos shares her shocking experience in the ABC Four Corners investigation into Melbourne surgeon Dr Simon Gordon, accused of performing unnecessary endometriosis operations with pathology showing no disease, leading to ongoing pain and calls for accountability in women’s health.
Greek-Australian model and rising international personality Mary Vitinaros has been announced as one of the…
Pioneering Greek-Australian politician Nick Bolkus, former federal senator and Cabinet Minister under Hawke and Keating, will be honoured at a State Memorial Service on Thursday 22 January 2026 in Adelaide. The first Greek Australian Cabinet Minister, Bolkus championed multiculturalism and migrant rights before his passing on 25 December 2025 at age 75. Details on attendance, livestream, and donations inside.
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!
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, ranked 671st due to injuries, defeated women’s world No. 1 and four-time Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in a controversial “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition in Dubai on December 28, 2025. Played with modified rules—one serve per point and Sabalenka’s court side reduced by 9%—the match drew criticism for lacking the cultural significance of the 1973 original while aiming for entertainment.
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.
Greek-Australian Tennis Prodigy Tahlia Kokkinis Awarded Wildcard for Australian Open 2026 Qualifying
Rising Greek-Australian tennis prodigy Tahlia Kokkinis, 17, has been awarded a qualifying wildcard for the Australian Open 2026. The Brisbane native, with deep Greek roots, aims to make her main draw debut at her home Grand Slam after an impressive 2025 season.
Local Greek-Australian Laurie Antoniadis visited Ahmed al Ahmed’s closed tobacco shop to thank the Bondi hero, calling him “a wonderful man” for his “very brave” actions.
Nick Kyrgios brings his signature flair to Madison Square Garden for The Garden Cup exhibition with Naomi Osaka, Aryna Sabalenka, and Tommy Paul – reflecting on injury setbacks and cherishing the moment after a tough 2025 season limited to four tournaments.
Olympic Meats in Marrickville, Sydney, is reviving Greek village culture with authentic, handmade dishes like tsigarídia and pork pastó. Opened in February 2025, Timothy Kassimatis’ restaurant celebrates Greek heritage, serving the diaspora and beyond with slow-cooked meats and nostalgic flavors.
Greek-Australian author Eleni Paneras reflects on a pre-social media childhood and supports Australia’s new law to delay social media access for kids under 16, effective December 2025. Part of the Let Them Be Kids campaign, this policy aims to protect young minds from addictive algorithms, giving them time to grow resilient before facing the digital world.
A 32-year-old Greek Australian, Stefan Eracleous, faces charges for allegedly harassing Senator Lidia Thorpe with abusive emails and a menacing phone call, as well as defacing an Aboriginal flag at her office. The AFP’s National Security Investigations team, following a raid in Mernda, seized electronic devices and offensive material. Eracleous is due in court on November 27.
Zeus Street Greek is launching a major national expansion, aiming to reach 150 stores by 2030 and exceed $120 million in annualised revenue. A flexible store model, new partnerships, and a growing retail range are driving the chain’s next phase of growth.
Chris Lucas brings Melbourne’s Grill Americano to Sydney’s Qantas House with a 170-seat Italian grill, 30m marble bar, Josper grill, and premium steaks. Now open in the CBD.
Two months after her husband Mercury was killed by a shark at Long Reef Beach, Maria Psillakis is calling for expanded drone surveillance and better alert systems at Sydney beaches to prevent further tragedies.
Melbourne billionaire Adrian Portelli has renewed his bid to save the Derrimut 24:7 Gym empire, lodging a formal offer just days after walking away from negotiations with founder Nick Solomos.
World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a modern ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition in Dubai on 28 December, sparking debate over entertainment value and risks to women’s tennis.
Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios, both of Greek-Australian heritage, plan a doubles reunion at the 2026 Australian Open to recapture their 2022 title glory after an injury-forced exit in 2025. The Special Ks aim to reignite their fan-favorite chemistry.
Brisbane Roar’s new Greek midfielder Georgios Vrakas eyes a Socceroos call-up as he prepares for his A-League debut against Macarthur FC. With European flair and Australian heritage, the 24-year-old promises creativity and goals for the Roar
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece, Mr Ioannis Loverdos, and a high level…
Greek-Australian owners Central Element and Boston Global have revived Oxford Street’s historic Olympia Theatre, now reopening as 25Hours Hotel The Olympia. Featuring heritage design, Studio Paskin dining, and a rooftop bar with city views, the hotel marks a new chapter for Sydney’s Golden Mile.
Anna Giannis is a renowned Greek-Australian interior designer celebrated for her innovative, sophisticated and vibrant…
The Greek Australian community mourns the loss of Chris Felemegas, a beloved bouzouki player from Sydney found dead in Rhodes. A fundraiser has been set up to assist his family with repatriation and funeral costs, while tributes pour in celebrating his life, music, and generosity.
Sydney Shooting Rampage: Greek-Australian Suspect Allegedly Fired Up to 100 Shots at Cars and Police
Police in Sydney say it is “incredible that nobody died” after Greek-Australian man Artemios Mintzas allegedly opened fire with a high-calibre rifle, spraying up to 100 bullets at passing cars and officers in the city’s inner west. Several people were injured in the Croydon Park attack before specialist police arrested the suspect following a two-hour standoff.
Tragic Mercury Psillakis shark attack at Dee Why: A surfer’s brave final moments saving others from a great white shark, sparking community grief and safety discussions.
Nick Kyrgios has surprisingly stepped in to defend Stefanos Tsitsipas after the Greek star endured…
Formerly ASX-listed fintech iSignthis has been ordered to pay a $10 million fine for breaching…
