Tens of thousands of Greeks attended Greek Orthodox churches to partake in the Resurrection service, chant "Christ is Risen," and receive the Holy Light to take home. All churches were filled to capacity.
Melburnians honoured Greek National Day yesterday on the Sunday of Orthodoxy, 24 march with a Memorial Service held for the Heroes of 1821 and a Doxology for our National Anniversary, officiated by Bishop Kyriakos of Sozopolis, assisted by Father Cyril Zisis, at the Holy Church of Saint Eustathius, South Melbourne.
The "Φilotimo" Festival, dedicated to the youth of the Archdiocesan District of Melbourne, concluded with remarkable success and unexpected participation.
Agreement between Greece and Australia on the double taxation agreement is near according to Greek Ambassador for Australia George Papakostas, with the deal is expected to be signed in 2024.