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Greek Cypriot Youth of Melbourne

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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22.01.2022 Join now our event now or tune in via Facebook Topic: The Cyprus Question: Ethnic and Civil Conflicts in Cyprus Time: Oct 31, 2020 06:00 PM AEDT, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney... Join Zoom Meeting https://deakin.zoom.us/j/92110790281 Meeting ID: 921 1079 0281

17.01.2022 Yesterday we were joined by Dr Dimitris Gonis of La Trobe University who presented a virtual lecture- The Cyprus Question: Ethnic and Civil Conflicts in Cyprus. We would like to thank Dr Dimitris Gonis for his time and expertise, and all who participated on the Facebook live and the Zoom for joining us on Saturday night to learn more about the history of our island from archeological points of significance to the present day! Watch here: https://fb.watch/1sOvNrGMhw/ ... . La Trobe, Facebook live Zoom - : . . , Facebook live Zoom ! : https://fb.watch/1sOvNrGMhw/

15.01.2022 OXI DAY On 28 October 1940, Greece entered World War II and the Cypriot people wished to participate in the common struggle to defend the freedom of the world, something which enormously satisfied the British. They were calling on the Cypriots to "fight for Greece and freedom". There were endless collections to raise money to support Greece in its struggle. Every person, depending on their financial situation, offered anything they could. Apart from money, people also o...ffered golden wedding rings and other jewellery. Many farmers even sold their property for the motherland. Cypriot students who were in Athens were also joined by many volunteers who left Cyprus and joined the Greek Army. 20,000 Greeks from Cyprus also joined the Cyprus Regiment under the auspices of the British and fought as part of the British Army in Greece, the Middle East and North Africa. Today, October 28 is a national holiday, commemorated with military parades and commemorative ceremonies throughout the island. Long live the Megalo Oxi of the Greeks! 28 1940, B' , . K . . , . , . . , . 20.000 , . 28 . !

15.01.2022 The church of our community, St Andrew in Sunshine West, is continuing the livestreaming of their services during this time. Apostolos Andreas Cyprus Orthodox Community West Sunshine

09.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a lecture event on the 31st of October at 6pm AEDT that will cover the topic, Ethnic and Civil Conflicts in Cyprus Presented by: Dr Dimitri Gonis. Dr Gonis is a lecturer in the Greek studies program at La Trobe University where he teaches Modern Greek, including two subjects: Ethnic and Civil Conflict in Southern Europe and Cyprus, and Imagined Communities in a Contemporary World. His articles have been published in the H...erald Sun, The Australian, The Age, Cyprus Mail, The Jerusalem Post and Globe Post Dr Gonis is also an author of prose and poetry as well as a translator of literary and academic works. What will the event entail?: Dr Gonis will give viewers an insight into the ideological differences and identity conflicts regarding ethnicity, race and religion within a multiethnic polity that influenced many civil wars. In addition, it will cover the social revolution, modernisation, civil war and reconciliation seen in Cyprus and throughout Spain and Italy. There will be time for Q&A as well! We hope to see you all there! Details to join the Zoom meeting (or tune in via our Facebook page): Topic: The Cyprus Question: Ethnic and Civil Conflicts in Cyprus Time: Oct 31, 2020 06:00 PM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Join Zoom Meeting https://deakin.zoom.us/j/92110790281 Meeting ID: 921 1079 0281

07.01.2022 DEMOGRAPHICS OF CYPRUS: The most common female forenames in the Republic of Cyprus, according to the 2016 Census, were: 1. Maria (34,666) 2. Eleni (23,581)... 3. Androula (13,248) 4. Anna (9,423) 5. Georgia (8,504) Is your name on the list? 2016, : 1. (34,666) 2. (23,581) 3. (13,248) 4. (9,423) 5. (8,504) ;

06.01.2022 National Intangible Heritage List of Cyprus for UNESCO - Traditional Cypriot Dances Traditional dances of Cyprus are an important part of the Cypriot cultural identity both on the island and in the diaspora. They express emotions, entertain, and are associated with important moments in family and community life. As an integral part of the music and dance traditions of the broader Hellenic world, the repertoire of the Cypriot dances has adopted, adjusted and incorporated dance... and musical elements from several musical traditions of the Hellenic civilisation, such as those of Asia Minor and Cappadocia. Main features of Cypriot dances include an aspect of improvisation, singing and accompanying instruments such as lute, violin and frame drum (tamboutchia). Pictured is the tatsia (sieve) which is typically performed by a male exhibiting speed and grace as they perform elaborate moves without spilling the glasses of wine within the sieve. - . , . , , , . , , (). () .

04.01.2022 National Intangible Heritage List of Cyprus for UNESCO - Feast of Saint Phocas in Athienou The church and municipality of Athienou celebrate the Feast of the Holy Martyr Saint Phocas, Bishop of Sinope and Patron Saint of the town of Athienou every year on the 21st and 22nd of September. The fair involves the sale of local produce and families and friends coming together to celebrate. The church of Saint Phocas was built in the location where there used to be a shrine to vener...ate the Saint, and is the only church in Cyprus of this saint. Stories tell that the memory of the saint was transferred to Athienou by pilgrims from Athienou who visited his tomb in Sinope on the Black Sea. - 21 22 , . . . .

04.01.2022 Day of the Hellenic Armed Forces Today we commemorate and celebrate the tremendous strength of the Hellenic Armed Forces ability on land, sea and air. We honour the struggle over centuries to protect freedom and democracy through the endless hours served night and day. Heroes known and unknown will be honoured but also the current men and women that serve and protect Greek and Cypriot territory. Especially today as the threat to Greece and Cyprus’ sovereignty and territ...ory is being challenged by Turkey, the role of the army is the most important in the region to maintain peace and diplomacy. Through the national guard, air force and navy, Greece has and will always protect its borders but also Cyprus’ too. As Cypriots we can not overlook the significant role that the Greek Army plays in protecting Cyprus. Through support offered by Greece in all branches of the army to Cyprus along with multiple Hellenic bases in Cyprus this day is just as important for us. We thank the Hellenic Armed Forces for their continuous work in Cyprus and pray through the grace of God for a Cyprus free from occupation one day. , . . , . , , . , , , . . , , . .