Handpicking is the most common method of harvesting olives in Greece What’s the story Greek olive harvesting is a centuries-old tradition, one that is steeped in culture and history. The practice has been passed down through generations, with traditional tools and techniques still being used
In a year defined by rapid advances in artificial intelligence, two young sisters from the Greek community in Johannesburg have achieved something quietly remarkable. Mila and Alexandra Papanicolaou, aged twelve and thirteen, have taken out First Place and Gold at MindHack 2025, an international AI
Greek police arrested two individuals for possessing forged works of art. One of the two suspects is also facing charges for violating firearms legislation. Two men, aged 42 and 57 — one of whom is a lawyer — were arrested on Tuesday morning as part of a preliminary investigation into dealings
What’s the story Greek weddings are a beautiful blend of ancient traditions and modern celebrations. They are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Greece, with each custom holding a special significance. From the pre-wedding rituals to the ceremony and reception, every aspect is
Canberra’s Parliament House was the setting for a landmark moment in Greek Australian history on 25 November, as the Embassy of Greece in Australia and The Hellenic Initiative Australia hosted the inaugural Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum. Bringing together 24 distinguished panellists from
The Embassy of Greece in Australia, in partnership with The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI), proudly hosted the inaugural Women of the Greek Diaspora Forum on 25 November 2025 at Parliament House, Canberra. The landmark event celebrated the achievements, identity, and leadership of Greek
Share this: BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — GREEK POP STAR Konstantinos Argiros visited A. Fantis School in Brooklyn Heights last week ahead of a sold-out Barclays Center concert on Saturday, greeting students and viewing artwork inspired by his music. Students performed pieces based on his song “Athina mou
Dr Konstandina Dounis is set to release a new book, A New History of Greek Australian Literature, a comprehensive examination of over 1,000 Greek Australian literary works. The publication, which is in English and Greek, highlights the literary contributions of the Greek Diaspora in Australia, and
Ancient Greek city of Blaundus in Turkey. Credit: Wikimedia Commons / Hamdigumus / Public Domain Archaeologists in western Turkey have announced the discovery of a Roman stadium at the Ancient Greek city of Blaundus (Greek:Βλαῦνδος), constructed along the very edge of the Ulubey Canyon and
Timothy Kassimatis is redefining Greek cuisine in Australia with an authenticity rarely seen. At Olympic Meats in Marrickville, Sydney, he’s serving dishes like tsigarídia, tsigerosarmádes, Macedonian makálo, and Peloponnesian pork pastó (syglino)—names that may be unfamiliar but embody the rich
