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CTV News
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
A preview of Halifax Greek Fest
Atlantic Watch The organizers of the 38th annual Halifax Greek Fest give a preview of all the delicious food, music and dance at this year's event.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
What's on: Barunga, Beer Can Regatta, Finke and GleNTi equals plenty of fun for Territorians
WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND It's arguably the fullest weekend of the year, so if I am honest, I really hope you've already got your plans sorted, Darwin. The Barunga Festival is on this weekend, which will see people pack up and head just a little way out the Central Arnhem Rd (It's far enough to play 'Let's Go' by King Stingray, for sure) to enjoy a three-day program of music, sport, and cultural events. And if you're lucky enough to be heading to the Red Centre for the adrenaline-pumping Finke Desert Race, you're in for a good time. But what if you're staying in town? Have you heard of the Over 30s Club? If it sounds lame, you're probably still in your kebab at 3am on Mitchell St era and I'm so happy for you – but if you're interested in a boogie without the late-night taxi home: The Over 30s starts at 5pm on Saturday at Discovery – and wraps up at 9pm. Delightful. For even more wholesome fun, please head to Mindil Beach on Sunday for the iconic Beer Can Regatta. This event is one of those ones that makes you look around and laugh and think 'gosh I love you Darwin'. It's equal parts chaos and hilarity – it's unpolished community spirit and classic Darwin fun. SOMEWHERE YOU NEED TO EAT If you thought I was missing something in the what's on section … don't worry – how could I miss the GleNTi. The Greek GleNTi is a huge festival where the Greek community share their culture … and amazing food, all day Saturday and Sunday. Last year we went for lunch, then came back for an early dinner to try something else, and then stayed for the Ouzo and Loukoumades, which is how I highly recommend you experience all of the food. LOCALS TIP Reminiscing about the Finke while writing this article got me thinking about Central Australia. I've been seeing a lot of love letters to Alice lately, and I also agree that there's just something about the Centre – I still can't quite put my finger on it, but I feel it every time. I think it might be something to do with the complete stillness when you stop for a moment at the top of Kings Canyon, and the feeling you get when floating above the contrasting reds and greens at sunrise. It's probably also the warm days but crisp air at night, and how fresh it feels to dive into a cold desert oasis after a day in the sun. It's the culture and the stories, learning about Arrernte country. Maybe it's the feeling when you're driving through the ranges, and every corner you turn makes you say 'wow look at that' out loud – again. So if this long weekend has you thinking about planning a trip for the next one – consider a trip south down the Stuart Highway.
SBS Australia
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- SBS Australia
Greek-Australian photographer captures the colourful mosaic of Darwin
During our recent trip in Darwin, we knew we had to pay Georgia Politis a visit; A Greek-Australian photographer whose work is entangled with the history of the city's community. Born and raised in Darwin, Northern Territory, her love of photography seems destined to blossom. From her first award during her high school years, to the day her husband gave her first camera, Georgia Politis' talent has developed into much more than just a hobby. Opening the doors of her studio, the young photographer refers to her origins, saying that she, her sisters and her parents were born in Darwin, while her grandparents come from the Peloponnese, Kalymnos, Crete and Kos. Darwin is a very multicultural place, especially with the Greeks. So it's about telling the stories of how we got here Georgia Politis – Photographer Growing up in Darwin, in a strong Greek community, she grew up with Greek dances, Greek events and often Greek family picnics and dinners. "My real name was Georgia Tomazos. My family came from the Peloponnese, Kos, Crete and Kalymnos. We have been here since the late 1960s and my families never left. My grandparents from both sides came to work, make a family and stayed," she said. Talking about her passion for photography and the first recognition she gained, she says that always had that bug inside her. Whether it was painting, drawing or photography. Growing up, her husband fulfilled her wish by buying her first camera. Through it, she began to take photos and portraits of her family, with no intention of doing it professionally, she says: 'My first camera was a Polaroid when I was eight years old. I did a lot of arts and crafts. So I won art awards in school, painting, drawing that sort of stuff. And then kept trying to do photography every now and then. I kept forgetting because of my studies or work. And then my husband bought me a camera in 201. I did events and family photos, and it just started by accident', she notes. Georgia Politis recently released her own photo series, 'Darwin DiverCity', which captures the stories of ordinary people living in her city. In this photo tribute, she captures the diversity of the community and the contribution of the Greek diaspora to the multicultural mosaic of the Northern Territory. The Darwin DiverCity series, as she notes, started by accident, just like her business, photographing 55 people and recording 55 different stories, while celebrating the diversity of the Northern Territory and the stories of its people. 'Darwin is a very multicultural place, especially with the Greeks. So it is about telling the stories of how we got here, why we came here 'cause a lot of people don't know. My generation, a lot of us don't know. So, it was really nice to learn about how, you know, some Greek families came here in the 1920s, or most of them between 1950 and 1960. And then learning about, what they went through, through Cyclone Tracy, what they went through for other things like, wars and coming from wars and then also about their culture," she said. Listen the full interview in English, on the podcast that accompanies this article.
SBS Australia
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
‘Nothing wrong with you': 30 years of the Greek and Gay Support Network
'Nothing wrong with you.' These four words carry decades of weight for many LGBTQIA+ Australians of Greek background. They echo the kind of reassurance that Nektarios Christopoulos, Cathy Politis and John Tzimas wish they had heard earlier in life. Born in Melbourne to Greek immigrant parents, Nektarios describes realising his sexuality in his early teens, but it would take another 15 years before he felt safe enough to begin coming out. Cathy (Katerina), who arrived in Australia from Athens as a child, echoes this experience. Coming of age in the 1970s, there was no language, let alone acceptance, for same-sex attraction in her environment. Like many others, she followed a traditional path, married, and had children before eventually coming out at 46. For John, realisation came later still. 'I might have had an inkling at 18,' he says, 'but it wasn't until counselling at 34 that I understood who I really was.' Like Cathy, he had married and had children. From left: Nektarios Christopoulos, Cathy Politis, John Tzimas / SBS Greek: Panos Apostolou Founded in May 1995, the GGSN has become a cultural and social cornerstone of Melbourne's Hellenic queer community. It has hosted events, built support systems, participated in Midsumma Pride Marches, to bridge the gap between Greek families and queer identities. The night promises food, music, dancing — and above all, the warmth of a community that continues to grow stronger.
