April, 2026 - TA NEA

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US Candidate Mark Lynch vows to ban Turkish imports, force return of Hagia Sophia to Greek Orthodox Church

Charleston, SC — South Carolina U.S. Senate candidate Mark Lynch launched a bold foreign policy pledge tied to one of Christianity’s most symbolic sites, promising sweeping economic sanctions on Turkey until the Hagia Sophia is returned to Christian ownership. In a statement,…

30 April, 2026

COMMUNITY

Melbourne youth reconnect with Greece through Attica camp

Young members of Melbourne’s Greek diaspora will have the opportunity to travel to Greece this September, as the Greek Community of Melbourne announces the return of its Greek Youth Camp in Attiki. Now in its third year, the 10-day program runs during…

30 April, 2026

VICTORIA

20% discount on vehicle registration in Victoria to ease cost-of-living pressures

The Victorian Government has announced new financial relief for motorists, offering a 20% discount on vehicle registration fees in an effort to address rising cost-of-living pressures. From 1 June, eligible vehicle owners will be able to apply for a rebate through the…

30 April, 2026

VICTORIA

Over $1 billion for road repairs in Victoria

Over $1 billion for road repairs in Victoria – “largest programme in the state’s history”, an investment for road repairs and resurfacing across the state’s network, as part of the upcoming state budget and ahead of the November election. The programme, described…

30 April, 2026

OPINION

Capital Gains Tax Reform in Australia: Between simplicity, behavioural Change, and housing pressure

The debate surrounding Capital Gains tax (CGT) in Australia has moved beyond technical tax design and into the centre of housing policy, investment behaviour, and intergenerational equity. The government is currently considering two main reforms: either reducing the existing 50 per cent…

30 April, 2026

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COMMUNITY

St George’s Thornbury marks Feast Day and 60 years with community celebration

The Greek Community of Melbourne’s St George Church in Thornbury, marked a major milestone on Sunday 26 April, celebrating both its Feast Day and its 60th Anniversary with a large community event. The day brought together parishioners, families, neighbours and the wider…

29 April, 2026

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OPINION·VICTORIA

Youth crime in Victoria is spiralling out of control – urgent structural intervention is required

The machete attack at Eaton Mall in Oakleigh is not an isolated criminal incident. It is yet another clear indication that youth offending in Victoria has escalated into a systemic public safety crisis with profound social and institutional implications. In one of…

27 April, 2026

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WORLD

Gunfire at White House Correspondents’ dinner sparks evacuation of President Trump amid security breach investigation

A high-profile White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington descended into chaos on Sunday evening after an armed man opened fire near a security screening area inside the venue, triggering a full emergency evacuation of US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump,…

26 April, 2026

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AUSTRALIA

Trump rushed off stage after shots fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Scenes of panic unfolded Saturday night at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, DC after gunshots were reported inside the Washington Hilton, where senior US officials and journalists had gathered. US President Donald Trump was quickly escorted off the stage by…

26 April, 2026

GREECE

Greece must stand ready against Turkey’s revisionist ambitions

Greece must remain vigilant and fully prepared to counter any revisionist ambitions emanating from Turkey, particularly those that challenge sovereignty and stability in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean. Greece must stand ready against Turkey’s revisionist ambitions. In the face of rhetoric that…

24 April, 2026

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SPORTS

Tsitsipas breaks drought in emotional Madrid comeback

Stefanos Tsitsipas produced an emotional response after battling back to secure his first victory in over a month, ending a difficult run of form with a hard-fought win at the Madrid Open. The Greek star overturned a one-set deficit to defeat American…

24 April, 2026

Poster for Life of Byron: a stage performance by Greek Community of Melbourne, 22 May–7 June at The Greek Centre.

ENTERTAINMENT

Hit stage show The Life of Byron returns to Melbourne

Following successful seasons in Melbourne and Sydney, the hit Australian theatre production The Life of Byron returns for a strictly limited season at the Greek Centre from 22 May to 7 June, presented by the Greek Community of Melbourne, with tickets now…

24 April, 2026

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April 2026

US Candidate Mark Lynch vows to ban Turkish imports, force return of Hagia Sophia to Greek Orthodox Church

Melbourne youth reconnect with Greece through Attica camp

20% discount on vehicle registration in Victoria to ease cost-of-living pressures

Over $1 billion for road repairs in Victoria

Capital Gains Tax Reform in Australia: Between simplicity, behavioural Change, and housing pressure

St George’s Thornbury marks Feast Day and 60 years with community celebration

Youth crime in Victoria is spiralling out of control – urgent structural intervention is required

Gunfire at White House Correspondents’ dinner sparks evacuation of President Trump amid security breach investigation

Trump rushed off stage after shots fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Greece must stand ready against Turkey’s revisionist ambitions

Tsitsipas breaks drought in emotional Madrid comeback

Hit stage show The Life of Byron returns to Melbourne

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