Sydney Olympic AGM on March 24, 2026, prompts urgent call for life members to update details amid governance demands. Steering committee pushes for transparency and unity.
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Festival Hellenika 2026 celebrates Hellenic culture in Adelaide from February to May. Explore the “KNOW THYSELFIE” theme through concerts, lectures, and more.
On February 20, 2026, Greece’s Ministry of Culture signed a preliminary agreement with Belgian collector Tim de Craene to acquire 262 authentic photographs from the May 1, 1944, execution of 200 Greek resistance fighters (mostly communists) at the Kaisariani shooting range. Part of the archive of German Wehrmacht officer Hermann Heuer (or Hoyer), the images were withdrawn from eBay after authenticity was confirmed via expert macroscopic examination. The collector expressed satisfaction, with final ratification expected in the coming weeks.
The Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens offers visitors a fascinating journey through Greece’s Byzantine and post-Byzantine heritage. Housed in the elegant Villa Ilissia, the museum features more than 30,000 artefacts spanning from Late Antiquity to the modern Greek era.
Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni attended the Cavafy Awards ceremony in Cairo, marking the dynamic…
Greek-Australian MP Stathis Georganas delivered a symbolic address in Greek inside Australia’s Federal Parliament as February 9 gained international recognition as World Greek Language Day.
Today we speak with Aristotle (Arian) Galanis, co-founder of Metis Group, a fast-rising Australian development…
From Crete connections to Aegean magic: Jennifer Aniston and Jim Curtis eye a special Greece trip this year, inspired by love and shared Greek roots. Discover the details!
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
Greece’s Ministry of Culture is launching a major enhancement project for the ancient Koile Road (Koili Odos), integrating this key classical thoroughfare into the Acropolis cultural routes network. The initiative revives connections across the Western Hills—including Pnyx, Philopappos, and more—while boosting universal accessibility, preserving authenticity, and highlighting long-overlooked monuments for modern visitors.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama launched sarcastic attacks on Greeks during a UAE panel, claiming they lack a “monopoly on philosophy” and are not heirs of Plato and Aristotle, while mocking Greek financial habits and inflating Montenegro’s status
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka launched her 2026 season with a dominant Brisbane International title win over Marta Kostyuk (6-4, 6-3) and a viral on-court moment: a cheeky engagement tease to her boyfriend Georgios Frangulis. “Thank you to my boyfriend… Hopefully soon I can call you something else. Let’s just put some extra pressure,” she told the crowd. Frangulis, the Brazilian founder of global açaí chain Oakberry with strong Greek roots from Thessaloniki, has been by her side since 2024.
Archaeologists in Türkiye have uncovered a rare marble carving of Medusa with a gentle, childlike smile in the ancient city of Amastris—founded by Greek Queen Amastris. This unique depiction, resembling the god Eros, symbolises peace and prosperity rather than fear, challenging traditional views of the Gorgon from Greek mythology.
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios proudly embraces his Greek roots by wearing the Greek national basketball team’s No. 34 jersey—a tribute to NBA icon Giannis Antetokounmpo—as he prepares for his highly anticipated comeback at the Brisbane International starting January 4, 2026.
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.
Greek Presidential Guard anniversary celebrates 157 years as Evzones host President Tasoulas for traditional luncheon in Athens.
A candid interview with Golden Bachelor Australia’s Catherine Kirwan as she opens up to Greek City Times about resilience, reinvention, heritage and finding love after 50.
Archaeologists in Turkey have uncovered a limestone sarcophagus near the original burial site of Saint Nicholas at the historic Byzantine Church of St. Nicholas in Antalya Province. The discovery may provide the strongest physical evidence yet of the real figure who inspired Santa Claus.
British actor Theo James, known globally for Divergent and The White Lotus, carries a deeply…
Young Greek sisters in South Africa win Gold at MindHack 2025 with an AI platform designed to protect the Parthenon, showcasing innovation and Hellenic diaspora pride.
The story of the marathon begins in the rugged hills of ancient Greece, where long-distance running was not a pastime but a necessity, and where a single messenger’s journey helped shape a legend still retold today.
UNESCO has officially declared 9 February as World Greek Language Day, with Australia among the key co-sponsors. The decision highlights the global influence of the Greek language and celebrates the deep cultural ties shared between Greece and Australia’s vibrant Greek diaspora.
Meet the legendary Skyros horse – the tiny breed that carried Achilles in myth and now fights for survival on one of Greece’s most beautiful and untouched islands. Eco-tourism on Skyros is saving this ancient pony while offering travellers an unforgettable, sustainable Greek adventure.
The Makris Group has unveiled a landmark $500 million redevelopment of the Gold Coast’s Marina Mirage, transforming the iconic precinct into Australia’s own Riviera. The project blends superyacht marina culture, luxury residences, world-class hospitality and Mediterranean-inspired design, reflecting the Makris family’s Greek heritage. Completion is expected in 2029.
The Alpha Omega Honors Gala 2025 set records with 400 attendees in Boston, celebrating Harry Agganis and awarding Greek American sports leaders.
Evy Poumpouras draws from her Greek heritage and Secret Service career to inspire in Becoming Bulletproof. Learn her story of grit and global impact today.
Greece unveils the Tatoi Collections online portal, digitizing over 70,000 artifacts from the former royal estate – from ancient relics to 1960s treasures. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni hails it as “an act of knowledge bridging past and present,” transforming neglected history into a global digital heritage hub by 2026.
The 30th Greek Film Festival, presented by the Greek Community of Melbourne, officially launched on 14 October at the Astor Theatre.
A recent Guardian cartoon misplaces Saint George’s origins in modern Türkiye, but evidence confirms his roots in a Greco-Roman, Hellenized Christian environment of the Byzantine Empire, centuries before the region’s Turkish identity emerged.
The 2025 Alpha Omega Council Gala honorees spotlight sports icons and leaders honoring Harry Agganis. Mark your calendar for Nov 1 at InterContinental Boston—celebrate legacy and excellence.
