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.
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The unveiling of Angela Kiki’ striking painting “The Maniatisses” in Sydney honoured the women of Mani who fought in the Greek War of Independence. The event, hosted by AHEPA NSW & ACT, celebrated their legacy with dignitaries, historians, and cultural performances, bridging Hellenic heritage with Australia’s Greek diaspora.
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.
: 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.
Join The Hellenic Initiative (THI) Australia for a night to remember as they celebrate their 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner at the Fullerton Hotel in Sydney on 22 March 2025. This black-tie event will bring together distinguished guests, inspirational speakers, and a special performance by Greek artist Kostas Karafotis. Proceeds will support THI Australia’s life-changing programs in Greece.
THI Australia will celebrate its 10th Anniversary with a Gala Dinner on March 22, 2025, at the Fullerton Hotel in Sydney. The event will highlight a decade of support for Greece, featuring performances by Greek artist Kostas Karafotis and special tributes to key contributors. Proceeds will aid initiatives in healthcare, food security, and economic development, underscoring the Hellenic diaspora’s ongoing impact during Greece’s most challenging times.
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.
The Greek-Australian Society (GAS) celebrated a successful 2024 by welcoming its 500th member at a sold-out event in Sydney. The milestone highlights the organisation’s rapid growth and impact on the Greek Australian community.
The Greek Consulate-General in Brisbane celebrated the grand opening of its new city centre location, marking a renewed commitment to the Greek-Australian community and strengthening ties between Greece and Queensland. The event featured a blessing ceremony, the unveiling of donated artwork by renowned Greek artist Caroline Rovithi, and a powerful photograph from Nick Bourdaniotis’ The Evzones Collection.
The Greek-Australian Society (GAS) celebrated four years of its Mentoring Program, connecting Greek-Australians and Philhellenes across generations and professions. President Peter Dracakis emphasized the program’s role in building supportive networks and nurturing community, while Vice President Bill Maloukis highlighted the importance of giving back and ensuring the community thrives.
On October 8, 2024, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew visited Sydney’s Taronga Zoo to learn about Australian wildlife and conservation efforts. Later, he praised the Welfare Center of the Holy Archdiocese of Australia for its comprehensive support services and critical role during the pandemic.