The Hellenic presence in Australia is highlighted by their enormous contribution in all aspects of Australian society. Whether in business, media, academia, the arts or politics, they have actively participated in the development and diversity of Australia as we know today.

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Maria STEFANIDIS

Maria Stefanidis lives in rural New South Wales with her husband and adorable, blind dog. Her retirement from hairdressing allowed her more time for writing and gave her the opportunity

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Orpheus ARFARAS

Orpheus Arfaras was described by leading Sydney Sydney pottery manufacturer R. J. O’Donnell as one of the most cultured migrants to come to Australia.

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Dimitris DANAS

Dimitris Danas who Founded Danas Deli Cafe on Illawarra Road which was open back in 1962 has died.

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William CALOKERINOS

William Calokerinos was born in Sydney from Australian born Greek parents – all four of William’s grandparents were born in Kythera Greece and immigrated to Australia in the 1920’s. William’s paternal side grandparents (the Calokerinos family) settled in regional NSW (Tamworth) and William’s maternal side grandparents (the Samios family) settled in regional NSW (Barmedman, near Wagga Wagga). 

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Yota KRILI

Yota Krili-Kevans was born in Kerastari in 1937. After arriving in Australia, in 1959, she worked in factories and at various other jobs while gaining a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Diploma of Education in the University of Sydney. In 1997 Yota Krili was awarded an Australia Council Literature Fund prize of $5,000 for her translation of Women in the Sun (1983) from English to Greek.

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Vassilis A. LAMBROPOULOS

Vassilis Antoniou Lambropoulos was born in Mesolongi in 1942. He graduated from the Naval School of Oinousses, Chios “Diamantis and Kalliopis Patera”. He studied theater, journalism, public relations.

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Interview: George Michelakakis,
October 1986


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