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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING OUR PRIMARY, MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOLS PLEASE CONTACT THE ENROLMENT REGISTRAR, MISS SAMANTHA TINKER ON (02) 9311 3340 JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 3/35 Editorial A HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Although first published in 1913, the VEMA newspaper’s first issue under the banner of the Greek too quickly), the active contribution of members of the public is highly sought after! Send in your Orthodox Church in Australia came out exactly one year ago. stories that deserve to be shared, your photos, your questions about the Orthodox faith, your sug- gestions, your letters to the editor. It’s funny how people you meet often say that they have so many In July 2001, each of our Parish-Communities throughout Australia had a bundle or more of this unanswered questions about the Orthodox faith, Church practices and so on. However, when the ‘new’ paper, and gave them out freely to all who entered or exited Church one Sunday morning. avenue is provided to deal with at least some of the issues, the questions seem to disappear...

Many of our readers would recall that the VEMA was a generous gift of its previous owner, Mr The English lift-out appears to be particularly appreciated by Greek Australians who live outside Greg Gavrielides, to the Church. As a nationwide network, our Archdiocese in turn saw an invalu- the larger communities of Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. In such cases, it is not only the ‘youth’ able opportunity to enhance levels of communication with the faithful, as well as between the local who find something of interest in these pages. It is also the 60 and 70 year old grandparent who was Churches themselves. born in Australia and understands little Greek. As one Parish Priest had mentioned from what he Parishioners in opposite parts of Australia (particularly the more remote towns and cities) now had had witnessed personally, just because some are unable to read Greek as well as they would like, it a means, probably for the first time in print media, of learning news about each other. does not mean that they are not interested in their community and culture.

In receiving the newspaper, the Archdiocese made a conscious decision to retain the general for- That’s a very refreshing note to start our second year on. In forthcoming issues, we also hope to mat of news that would cover so-called secular news, such as politics and sport. Church news there- publish an interview given by His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos to ABC Radio which should be fore would not be the exclusive focus of the VEMA, but rather an underlying thread that runs of great interest. And of course, the popular regular columns, such as ‘Windows to Orthodoxy’, ‘Facts through it. If Church events are a natural part of our everyday lives, then why should they be por- and Stats’ and ‘Towards 2004’ will continue as always. trayed as something different to this in a newspaper? That was, and still is, the reasoning behind the blend that was born just one year ago. Thank you to all local Parishes and businesses that have sent in messages of congratulations. Without the advertising that these two groups provide, it would be impossible to print and distrib- Problems still exist. The overall appearance in terms of layout and photographic resources are grad- ute thousands of copies free of charge, apart from those that are sold in certain news agencies. ually growing through their teething problems. The offices of the paper moved from their original premises of two old lecture rooms of St Andrew’s Theological College in Redfern, to new offices They say that a sorrow, when shared, is halved. And a joy, when shared, is doubled. right next to the Church of St Nicholas, Marrickville, in the heart of what was once the most ‘Greek’ This first anniversary of the VEMA is indeed a happy one, because it is shared by so many. suburb of Sydney.

Another problem, it would be fair to say, is the lack of contribution from our readers. Although the Dimitri Kepreotes feedback is wonderful (people look forward so much to reading it that Churches often run out all [email protected]

play with Australian children.The other mother took great care with her children’s speech espe- PM visits Australian Talking cially, insisting that they should speak more clearly than the locals. soldiers’ graves in Crete Point Both families were devout churchgoers. One of by Ann Coward the women made some friends, but the other retreated more and more into her loneliness and homesickness. Although sound, each marriage was different. The husband of the more gregari- Language is not ous woman had a temper, as did his wife, and the union was a rather fiery one. The other husband Always the Barrier was exceedingly conscious, throughout the years, of all that his wife had lost by coming to the ends Charles Dickens wrote about two cities, but this is of the earth with him, and was utterly devoted to a tale of two men and their families. Both men her, as she was to him. came to Australia early in the 20th century, and headed up north to Queensland. One tried his As their children progressed through to adult- hand at timber-cutting, and the other at cane hood they took on their own distinct identities. farming. Neither was married, but each had a girl Despite the parents’ desires to prevent them back home in the Old Country. Separately, the from becoming Australian, they did become two men managed to return home, fight in a war, Aussies, but each in their own unique way. marry and return to Australia. Eventually they all were to marry Australians of similar background to themselves, but many of Although the two men were happy to settle in their children entered mixed marriages. Prime Minister John Howard Australia, their wives were not. Each had come After travelling to Italy for his meeting ing about our country.” here because of her husband, not because they What makes the original couples so fascinating with the Pope, Mr Howard returned to He says the Pontiff is struggling with ill- had any desire to leave family, friends or country. are the ways in which they differed ALONG- Greece, earlier this month, for a one-day ness but he is still mentally sharp. Neither woman ever felt at home in Australia, SIDE the ways in which they resembled each visit to the island of Crete. Mr Howard says the Pope did not men- even though they created their own families here. other. Although both men were soldiers, one saw Mr Howard visited the graves of tion concerns about Australian research action in the Balkan Wars; the other served in the Australian soldiers, who died in the into embryonic stem cells. The children born to each couple were greatly First World War. And despite differences in mar- Second World War battle of Crete. He says the conversation was more gen- loved. Both fathers knew that they had made the ital harmony, it was not so much what the couples He also toured the ancient Greek site of erally about Australia. right decision to raise their children in Australia. said to each other, as to how they said it, that was Knossos. Mr Howard says he admires the Pope’s The mothers, on the other hand, were not quite the most interesting. When the rather fiery cou- role, including his efforts in his native so sure. Both women viewed the locals with dis- ple fought, they did so in Greek, the language of Pope meeting country. dain, and made it their duty to ensure that none their birth. The other couple only ever spoke in “Whatever view people take of his other of their children grew up to become ockers. One English as their homeland, the land of their birth, In Rome, Mr Howard had a private 10 responsibilities, and I take a very positive mother went so far as to forbid her offspring to was England. minute meeting with the Pope. view of his other responsibilities inciden- He said the Pope did not raise any con- tally, but separately and apart from that cerns with him about embryonic stem I think his role as a force for freedom and Letters to the Editor, not exceeding 250 words, can be mailed to cell research during their meeting in the good in Eastern Europe will be long Vatican. remembered.” The Greek Australian Vema Speaking afterwards, he said the topics At one point during the meeting, the were much more general. Pope and Mr Howard laughed out loud. P.O.Box M59 Marrickville South, “It was a great privilege to meet him, we The Pope asked Mr Howard about kan- NSW 2204 talked about Australia,” he said. garoos during the meeting. He also noted “He remembered with great affection his that Australia and New Zealand are very or e-mailed to: visits to the Northern Territory and to close. [email protected] Canberra and Sydney and Melbourne The Prime Minister then visited St and we really spent most of the time talk- Peter’s Basilica. 4/36 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JULY 2002 News - N.S.W. Need Your Car Repaired? Testimonial for Just Call & Leave The Worries To Us PH: (02) 9667 0006 True Blue Liberal (4 Lines) 24 Hrs * NRMA Preferred Member SPECIALISING IN * Free Pick Up & Delivery James Samios MLC ALL MAKES * Repairers To All Insurance Co’s & MODELS * Full Labour & Parts Warranty * Loan Cars Available By Appointment 117163 BEST WISHES TO THE VEMA , FROM KEN & GEORGE PANSELINOS AND GEORGINA, OF INNER CITY SMASH REPAIRS

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The NSW Liberal Party has honoured one MLC from the ALP, Doctor Peter Wong Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia of its longest serving parlimentarians, from the Unity Party and Peter Breen from James Samios MLC, with a testimonial din- the Reform the Legal System Party also ner last night. paid tribute to Mr Samios’ 19 year parlia- St George Greek More than 600 guests from diverse ethnic mentary career. backgrounds packed into the Grand Jim Samios, who will retire at the next elec- Ballroom of the Westin hotel for the function, also was honoured with a True Blue Orthodox Church, tion hosted by NSW Liberal Party Liberal Legend Award. President Chris McDiven and State The Award is given to Liberals who have Director Scott Morrison. shown leadership, service, vision, dedica- Rose Bay tion, and who have achieved excellence on Distinguished Parliamentary guests behalf of the party. included Immigration and Multicultural Jim Samios is a pioneer in the Liberal Party Affairs Minister Phillip Ruddock who read - he began reaching out to ethnic commu- a message of congratulations from the nities long before it was fashionable - work Prime Minister John Howard. he started long before he entered politics. Other guests included NSW Liberal Leader He was one of the founding members of the John Brogden, National Party Leater Ethnic Communities Council and was its George Souris, Deputy Liberal Leader Chairman in the 1970’s. Chris Hartcher as well as Nation Party Upper House Leader Duncan Gay. It was a night full of good cheer and amus- It was not only Coalition Members who ing anecdotes of Jim’s long and distin- 90 Newcastle St., Rose Bay, NSW 2029 Tel: (02) 9371 9929 attended the function - John Hatzistergos guished career in State Parliament. Congratulations to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia on the occasion of the 1st Anniversary of the publication of THE VEMA newspaper and BEST WISHES

for the future Mr Dimitriades with family and friends at the True Blue Liberal Legend Award and 117905 Testimonial Dinner in honour of the Hon James Samios MLC. JULY 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 5/37 News - N.S.W.

Young Matrons Association sets the example PREMIER BOB CARR MEETS

A cheque of $10,000 was presented to Fr John Daskalakis HIGH COMMISSIONER OF CYPRUS for St Andrew’s Theological College, on the 15th June at Star City, by the Presidents and the Committee members Cyprus’ efforts to join the European of The Young Matrons Association. Union and a lasting peace in Cyprus On the same night another cheque of $50,000 was pre- were key discussion points during a sented by The Young Matrons Association to Mr Angelo high level meeting between the Hatsatouris, towards the fund for the extension of the Premier of NSW, Mr Bob Carr and Castellorizian Nursing Home at Kensington NSW. the High Commissioner of Cyprus, Finally the Association completed a pledge of $54,000 to Mr Sotos Liassides. The Sydney Children’s Hospital at Randwick, by present- “I share concerns of the many ing a cheque to Prof. Les White. Australian Greek Cypriots who hope and pray for a just and lasting peace ECC WELCOMES 2001 in Cyprus,” Mr Carr said. Mr Carr also discussed trade and CENSUS FIGURES business links with the High Commissioner, saying a settlement The recent release of the first tranche of figures from the in Cyprus would also provide further 2001 Census reinforces Australia’s status as a truly mul- opportunities. ticultural society. The Chair of the ECC Dr Tony Pun noted that “Australia NSW major exports to Cyprus are: is a land with many faces and colours and each should - dairy products; and have equal access to services and opportunities, the main- - animal and vegetable materials. tenance of the Census records enables the Government to Bilateral trade between NSW and Premier of NSW, Mr Bob Carr with the High Commissioner of Cyprus, Mr Sotos Cyprus was worth $2.9 million in tailor the provision of these services to the people and Liassides at their recent meeting in Sydney areas that need them.” 2000-01. ty and pointed to prominent NSW than 70,000 Cypriot Australians, Dr Pun continued “I regret that a thorough analysis of the There are already two Cypriot banks Cabinet Minister, Mr Michael Costa more than 20,000 of them residing in figures in terms of ethnicity is not going to be undertaken operating in Australia. The Bank of as a leading member of the Greek NSW alone. by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, however I am Cyprus opened in 2000 and Laiki Cypriot community. The earliest Greek Cypriots in advised that the NSW Community Relations Commission Bank opened a year later. Mr Costa is Police Minister and is a Australia were attracted by the gold is presently negotiating for the Bureau of Statistics to In addition, Mr Carr talked about the Member of the NSW Legislative rushes in the 1850s. Steady migra- extract these figures so that the excellent source book personal links saying the State was Council. tion from Cyprus to Australia began “The People of NSW”, a vital resource for all people inter- proud of its Greek Cypriot communi- Cyprus is the ancestral home of more from the 1940s and 1950s. ested in the cultural profile of NSW, will still be produced.”

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117158 6/38 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JULY 2002 News - N.S.W. TThehe GGreekreek Souris calls for drought YYoungoung MMatronsatrons relief for farmers With two-thirds of NSW facing drought, the state opposition has urged the government Association to invoke a special transportation subsidy Association for farmers to help keep their livestock alive. NSW National Party Leader George Souris said the government must today authorise subsidies for farmers to transport livestock The President to better pasture, or move fodder and water to their own drought-affected properties. The subsidy could even be backdated to and the Ladies July 1, he said. “(NSW Premier) Bob Carr abolished the of the Committee automatic drought assistance kicking in whenever drought was declared, now it is the decision of the government of the day,” NSW National Party Leader George Souris wish to extend he said. “I think without doubt the invocation of Farmers in the NSW central west and west- transport assistance for livestock, fodder ern areas were most affected by the and water is overdue and ought to be imme- drought, although there were marginal diately invoked today.” areas in the north of the coastal strip also Best Wishes The assistance for drought-affected farmers affected, he said. was usually provided in the form of a sub- “If it doesn’t rain between now and July 31 sidy, he said. (the marginal areas) then get drought- “Usually it’s a subsidy for the transporta- declared as well,” he said. for THE VEMA tion of livestock (to) pastures ... for agist- “That would bring the state to 83 per cent, ment to stay alive, and for the transporta- which is getting to the unbelievable stage.” tion inwards of fodder, and if necessary also There had not been a drought as serious as on it’s 1st Anniversary drinking water,” he said. the current one in NSW for about six years, Mr Souris said. under the auspices Mr Souris said help in the form of low-inter- “Now that the state is two-thirds in drought est loans for farmers looking to plant next declaration ... there’s no need to wait any season’s crops may also be necessary in the longer, (the subsidy) needs to be invoked, it of the Greek Orthodox future. needs to even be backdated to July 1,” he said. Archdiocese of Australia Telstra prices to rise next month

18019a Consumer groups and the opposition are The announcement followed the federal outraged that Telstra is to lift its prices next government’s agreement in April to allow month but the federal government argues Telstra to lift line rentals to help cover the that the rises are fair. cost of network improvements. The price hikes sparked comments that the Announcing the changes, Telstra’s director government was fattening up Telstra for of communication and strategy Michael sale. Herskope said protection for pensioners From next month, standard line rentals will had been put in place. rise by $2 a month to $21.90. Premium line But Labor’s acting communications spokes- rentals will rise by $3. woman Kate Lundy said Telstra had a vir- tual monopoly on phone rental prices and Call connection fees are to increase by five many consumers could not shop around for cents to 30 cents and mobile message bank a viable alternative phone provider. retrieval will rise by three cents to 14 cents. Telecommunications consumer advocate Telstra has also extended the period when Helen Campbell said she was outraged by mobile calls are most expensive. the increases. ST BASIL’S HOMES N.S.W. VACANCIES More girls Premier to study

St Basil’s Homes is a leading provider of res- 3. Diversional Therapy Assistant in jobs search UK pot move idential and community based aged care Lourantos Hostel requires a permanent services catering for people from the Greek part time person to implement and deliver There has been a sharp jump in the num- The New South Wales Premier says he and general community. an activities program for Greek and ber of teenage girls who are unemployed, will study closely a British decision to We have some vacancies for appropriately Australian residents. The successful appli- with the figure topping 30 per cent. reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous qualified and experienced staff in various cant will need to be able to speak Greek. The figure is up 5 per cent. drug. areas of our organization. The jobless rate for 15 to 19 year olds is While cannabis will still be illegal in 4. Cleaners, Kitchen Hands 23.3 percent seasonally adjusted, up from Britain, possession of cannabis for per- 1. Registered Nurses in the Nursing Home and Diversional Therapy Assistants 21.9 per cent last month. sonal use will no longer be an arrestable (3 permanent Part Time Casual vacancies and holiday relief requied It means an extra 4,500 young people are offence by July next year. and 1 Full Time Position) for all shifs in Hostels at Annandale and looking for full-time work. Bob Carr says he has noted the move is * 1) Wed & Tues 7-3pm Lakemba and for the Nursing Home at They are mostly young women, with the designed to free-up police to concentrate * 2) Mon, Tues & Fri 3-9.30pm Lakemba. female teenage unemployment rate up on drugs such as heroin and crack * 3) Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat 3-930pm by nearly 5 per cent to 30.4 per cent. cocaine. * 4) Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, & Friday Applications should be directed, For young men, the figure is much lower “I was interested in the fact that the 7-3pm in writing, to at less than 19 per cent. British said that possession of personal Experienced in Aged Care, RCS documen- Delia Cole The national rate has also increased, up use quantities of marijuana would be tation and Greek language desirable but not Director of Care Services 0.2 per cent, to 6.5 per cent. treated with confiscation and with the essential. at St Basil’s Homes issue of a caution or counselling,” Mr PO Box 126, However, Employment Minister Tony Carr said 2. Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses Lakemba, NSW 2195 Abbott is upbeat. “That’s something we’ll have to look at and Assistants in Nursing “The last thing I would want to do is dis- seriously. It is not too far from the practi- Casual vacancies and holiday relief required Enquiries can be made by contacting Delia courage jobseekers from going out there cal position that we’d have in NSW and on all shifts for all categories, in both Cole on 02 9740 6711 and looking for work, because there are around Australia at the present time, Nursing Home and Hostels at Annandale still plenty of people out there who are where police I think broadly understand and Lakemba. St Basil’s is an EEO employer. looking for good keen workers,” Mr the priority for the community as being Abbott said. heroin.” 117139 JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 7/39 News - N.S.W. Cyprus joins First Rate Education Working Holiday for 2nd Language Maker Program Speakers

The Minister for Immigration and Multi- cultural and Indigenous Affairs, Philip Ruddock, announced that Australia and the Republic of Cyprus had agreed to a mutual Working Holiday Maker (WHM) arrangement for young people. The announcement follows the signing of the arrangement in Canberra by Mr Ruddock and the Cyprus High Commissio- ner, Mr Sotos Liassides. The arrangement took effect from 1 July 2002. The arrangement was signed in Canberra by Mr Ruddock (r) and the Cyprus High Commissioner, Dr Tony Pun, Chair ECC, after his “The WHM program has been a huge suc- Mr Sotos Liassides (l). recent meeting with the Hon. John cess since its introduction in the mid-1970s, Watkins Minister for Education and between 18 and 30 to apply for Australian ticularly the hospitality, horticultural and Training, praised the Minister’s request expanding to approximately 76,500 places Working Holiday visas. rural industries. in 2000-01,” Mr Ruddock said. of the Board of Studies to make all com- Successful applicants are eligible to holiday “The WHM Program provides employers munication, written and verbal, easily “The arrangement with Cyprus is a most in Australia for up to 12 months. Work with access to a pool of people with work welcome addition to the program and is understood by all in the school commu- undertaken must be incidental to the main rights and discourages the employment of nity. indicative of the strength of the relationship purpose of holidaying, and work for longer people without permission to work or those that Australia enjoys with Cyprus.” Dr Pun said “It is very important that than three months with any one employer who are in Australia unlawfully,” Mr people for whom English is a second lan- is not allowed. Ruddock said. Australia now has 14 reciprocal WHM guage do not make second rate decisions “The WHM scheme promotes internation- about their children’s education because arrangements. The other arrangements are al understanding by helping young people “Living and working in a country is a great with the United Kingdom, Canada, the the information on which they rely is experience the cultures of other countries,” way to learn about its culture and its people. hard to access or to understand”. Republic of Ireland, Japan, Malta, Finland, the Minister said. Young people from both Cyprus and the Netherlands, the Republic of Korea, In conclusion Dr Pun expressed his Apart from the strong cultural benefits, Australia will greatly benefit from the warm thanks for the support the Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Norway and research showed that working holiday mak- opportunity provided through the new the Hong Kong Special Administrative Minister is showing for the TAFE deliv- ers had a positive effect on the Australian arrangement.” ered AMEP and AMES programs, an Region of the People’s Republic of China. economy. The WHM program boosts Australia continues to negotiate WHM The WHM arrangement with Cyprus essential part of migrants’ introduction tourism and benefits industries that rely arrangements with a wide range of coun- to Australia and to NSW in particular. allows young citizens of Cyprus aged heavily on casual labour at peak times, par- tries. Stanley Gourmet 35 STANLEY STREET, PEAKHURST NSW Sandwiches, pies, cakes, hot take away food for morning teas & business meetings

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117147 8/40 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JULY 2002 News - Victoria CONGRATULATIONS to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Monash of Australia, for the 1st year of the publication of the oldest Greek vice-chancellor newspaper in Australia, THE VEMA and best wishes for the future stands down Monash University Vice-Chancellor David 1991, he did not inform Monash before he Robinson has quit his position following was appointed there in 1996. plagiarism claims against him. Prof Robinson issued a statement, saying University Chancellor Jerry Ellis told he had every confidence the academic reporters the resignation was a mutual progress of the university would continue. decision reached by the Melbourne-based “I’m obviously disappointed to be leaving university and Professor Robinson at a Monash at such an exciting time in its one-hour meeting last week. development,” Prof Robinson said. Prof Robinson was summoned from Lon- “However, I have every confidence that don for the meeting with Mr Ellis, and the deans will continue with the enormous arrived back in the country early Thurs- progress we have already made together.” day morning. Mr Ellis said that while the university was “We reached mutual agreement that the much bigger than any one such incident, it vice-chancellor should leave the universi- was likely its reputation had been tar- ty,” Mr Ellis said. nished. “We reached that on the basis that it real- “I think it would be naive to think that ly is in the best interests of the university that we haven’t had some dent in our rep- as a whole. utation,” he said. “While it was a sad occasion, the best Monash University Student Union Clay- interests of the university, of course, must ton campus president Rebecca Tomlinson be put first.” said Prof Robinson’s departure had uncovered flaws in the selection proce- Prof Robinson has admitted he twice pla- dures for senior academic staff. giarised work when in Britain in the “It has caused damage to the reputation, 1970s. but in terms of where we go from now, at He said the pressure to publish forced him least they have taken appropriate action,” to inadequately acknowledge the work of Ms Tomlinson said. other academics in his 1976 book From National Tertiary Education Union Drinking to Alcoholism: a Sociological spokeswoman Dale Halstead said Prof Commentary. Robinson had “salvaged some self-respect A third allegation of plagiarism surfaced from what he has done today”. last weekend. “And I think it’s quite positive for While British newspaper The Times quot- Monash, as it sends a clear message it will ed him saying the University of South uphold the highest standards.” Australia was aware of his plagiarism Prof Robinson’s contract had four years to 18029a when he was named its vice chancellor in run.

Management and staff of Drug squad detectives could CMT Architects face corruption charges CONGRATULATE A secret report prepared for the has demanded the public Victoria Police Chief Commis- release of the report. cmt the Greek Orthodox sioner, Christine Nixon, recom- President David Faram says Archdiocese of Australia mends criminal charges be laid the community has to have against more than 25 drug absolute confidence in its police for the 1st year of the publi- squad detectives. force. “Internal reports are fine and cation of the oldest Greek The interim report has been I’ve got absolute confidence in c m t a rchitects newspaper in Australia prepared for the Chief Commis- the Ethical Standards Depart- sioner by a taskforce within the ment but the public is entitled THE VEMA Ethical Standards Department, to know what’s going on here,” and follows an investigation he said. “These are very, very into allegations of corruption serious allegations.” within the drug squad. Mr Faram says the investiga- It recommends a series of tion is also affecting the courts, charges against more than 25 with a number of cases effec- Victorian detectives. tively gridlocked within the sys- The Law Institute of Victoria tem.

Coroner calls for urgent railway safety upgrade

117997a A coroner at an inquest into a fatal rail crossing crash in New South Wales has recommended urgent priority be given to upgrading safety at all level crossings. Five Wagga Wagga men, all 18 and 19, died when their car col- lided with the Sydney to Melbourne XPT at a railway crossing c m t architects Tel: +61 2 9587 4330Fax: +61 2 9587 4332 near Albury in January last year. E-mail:[email protected] Coroner Carl Milovanevic said in his 26-year career, nothing had Director: Chris Tsioulos affected him as much as this inquest. The coroner found the driver had not been racing the train to

the crossing and while it is possible the driver did not see or hear

warning signals, he said we may never know what happened. JULY 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 9/41 News - QLD & N.T.

Ruddock backs Pinkenba for detention centre Awareness decreasing Federal Immigration Minister Philip Ruddock says the suburb of Pinkenba in incidence of child sex abuse Brisbane’s north-east is still the preferred New research suggests children are becom- “That’s happening at the same time as site for a detention centre. ing aware of the danger of sexual abuse, we’ve become more sexualised and there’s The Minister reiterated he would like to which is helping to reduce the problem. sexual imagery everywhere, young chil- build the facility near Brisbane Airport, Queensland researchers have released the dren are able to recognise a sexual advance while visiting the city today. results of a nationwide survey which asked when it’s happening and many of these Mr Ruddock met with residents opposed to more than 1,700 people about their sexual children are able to avoid it,” Dr Dunne the proposal, telling them they have noth- experiences. said. ing to fear about the centre being built Dr Michael Dunne, from the Queensland “Thirty or 40 years ago when a child was near their homes. University of Technology, says the results exposed to sexual advances they didn’t He says if someone escaped from the show that while child sexual abuse is still even have a language, there was no word, detention centre they would have a long too common, there are signs it has no way to describe or understand even hike before coming across any houses. decreased over the last few decades. what was happening.” “And a substantial number of the resi- Immigration Minister Phillip Ruddock dences, in fact a larger proportion of them are on the other side of the freeway,” he airport land, you’ve got to get across the NORTHERN TERRITORY said. freeway before you would find yourself “So not only do you have to get across the anywhere near any of the residences.” NT wants tourists Residential eye scan sparks privacy calls to ham it up Civil libertarians say plans to introduce iris- knowing how the information would be screening technology at a Brisbane residen- used. The Northern Territory town of Pine larger prize-money and also its a good time tial complex highlight the need for strong “Its protections are fairly minimal,” Mr Creek plans to make pig hunting an annu- to bring tourists into the Territory,” Mr privacy legislation in Queensland. Dearden said. al tourist attraction. Haines said. The company behind a new residential “What we need is strong privacy legislation Some Pine Creek residents organised a pig development is planning to install the tech- at a state level. hunt last New Years Eve to get rid of feral “They’re getting very thin on the ground nology, which would mean people would “We need Peter Beattie to follow up on pigs who had been destroying native that time of year and if we can get people to have one of their eyes screened before they promises that his party and the Opposition species in the area. travel from interstate with their families entered the building. parties have made for 10 years, that we Organiser Rod Haines says the Katherine and spend a bit of time up here well, every- Ian Dearden from the Queensland Council should have strong privacy legislation at a Region Tourist Association will promote one’s going to benefit out of it you know, of Civil Liberties says it is an alarming pro- state level that has both civil and criminal the pig hunt at consumer shows later this and we’re also going to help the posal, as people would have no way of consequences for breaches of privacy.” year. Government to eradicate this pest,” he “The New Years Eve one, that’ll carry a said. CONGRATULATIONS

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Fotios K. Litsas, Ph.D. 1. First hour (6:00 a.m.): wrap the corporal (or antiminsion). church instruction centered mainly on University of Illinois at Chicago Thanksgiving for the new morning Christ and the concept of salvation. and prayer for a sinless day. CONT. FROM LAST 2. Third hour (9:00 a.m.): the -J- Kolymbethra. A large, often movable, cir- MONTH’S ISSUE descent of the Holy Spirit on cular basin on a stand, containing the water Pentecost. Jesus Prayer. A short prayer that the for immersion in Baptism. It symbolizes the 3. Sixth hour (12:00 noon): the nail Orthodox constantly repeat to practice devo- Jordan River or the pool of Siloam. ing of Christ to the Cross. tion to God; the tradition of repeating this -H- 4. Ninth hour (3:00 p.m.): the distinctive prayer was developed in Orthodox Kontakion. A liturgical hymn that gives an death of Christ. monasteries. The text of Jesus’ Prayer is: abbreviated form of the meaning or history Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy of the feast of a given day. The kontakion is Hagia Sophia. (Gr. Agia Sophia) The on me. sung after the sixth ode of the Canon in the Cathedral of Constantinople in which the liturgy and the Service of the Hours. St. Ecumenical Patriarchs and Byzantine -I- Judgement. The Last or Final Judgment, Romanos the Melodist is considered to be the Emperors were enthroned. It is the greatest which according to the Church’s belief will most important hymnographer of the Orthodox church, dedicated to the Holy Icon. (Gr. image). A Byzantine-style paint- occur at the end of the world and the second Kontakion. Wisdom of God. It was built by the emperor ing in oil on wood, canvas, paper or a wall coming of Christ. The judgment that takes Justinian in the year 532 A.D.; its architec- (fresco) representing Christ, the Virgin place immediately after an individual’s death Koumbaros (fem. koumbara). ture is an outstanding example of the so- Mary, or other Saints and scenes from the is called particular judgement. See also the 1. The “best man” in wedding. called Byzantine Orthodox order. Bible. The Orthodox Church uses icons for article on The Dogmatic Tradition of the 2. The sponsor in a baptism. veneration with the understanding that the Orthodox Church. 3. The address that Greek Hagiography. (Gr. Hagiologia) The writ- respect is paid not to the material icon but to Orthodox use for their best man or ings of the Church Fathers and the study of the person represented “in spirit and truth” Jurisdiction. (Gr. Dikaidosia). The right their child’s sponsor. the lives of the saints. The Orthodox Church (cf. John 4: 24). and the authority of a bishop to rule over his is a reservoir of such writings, which the diocese as a spiritual overseer. It includes, faithful are urged to read for their spiritual growth and development. -L- Hatjis. (or Chatzis; fem. Hatjina; Ar. “pil- Laity. (Gr. Laikos; Sl. Miryane). Members of grim”). A title or name given to those who the Church who are not ordained to the made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land and priesthood. were “baptized” in the Jordan River. Such a pilgrim may assume the title of Hatjis for the Lamb. (Gr. Amnos). The symbol for the sac- rest of his or her life. One also may attach this rifice of Christ on the Cross (cf. John 1: 29). word before the baptismal name to produce In the Orthodax liturgy the amnos is the first a variation such as Hatji-Yiorgis or Hatji- square piece from the altar bread (prospho- Yiannis. Such names often become sur- ro), inscribed with the letters ICXC NIKA names, especially common among Greeks. (an abbreviated form for “]esus Christ con- quers”). This particular piece is to be conse- Heresy. The denial or rejection of a revealed crated during the Eucharist. dogma or belief accepted and professed by the Church. An individual who begins a Lamentations service. (Gr. Epitaphios heresy is a heretic and is excommunicated. threnos). Special hymns referring to the sacrifice of Christ on the cross and His burial. Hesychasm. spiritual movement in the Byzantine Empire (fourteenth century) Lance or spear. (Gr. Lonche). A small, developed on Mount Athos, Greece. The lance-shaped, double-edged knife used by the term means “to be quiet” and signifies the priest for the cutting of the altar bread in the system of spiritual development through Last Supper . The Last meal of Christ with His disciples in the ‘Upper Room’ before his arrest. With this service of the Preparation of the Holy Gifts meditation, contemplation and perfection to supper he instituted the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. (see Proskomide). the degree of union with God (theosis). It is one of the forms of Orthodox Mysticism and Language. According to the Orthodox tra- is still practiced in the Orthodox world. Iconoclasm. (Gr. “the breaking of icons”). judicial and executive authority, which can dition, the Church adopts and uses the lan- It refers to the conflict in the Byzantine be exercised only by individuals who have guage of any particular country or ethnic Heterodoxy. Different, alien, and presum- Empire between 7~7 and 843 over the use of been canonically ordained and appointed to group that she serves. The main liturgical ably false belief or teaching. The Orthodox icons in the church. The Seventh rule aver the jurisdiction in question. languages in the Orthodox Church are Church describes as such all other Christian Ecumenical Council (787 and 843) decreed Greek, the various descendants of old denominations the use of icons, following in the main the Church Slavonic, and Arabic. teaching of St. John of Damascus. -K- Hierarchy. The higher clergy or College of Last Supper (Gr. Mystikos Deipnos; Sl. bishops who are assigned to rule over spiri- Iconography. The study and the art of Kalymauki or kamilafki. (Sl. kamilavka). Taynya Vercherya). The Last meal of Christ tual matters of the church. painting of icons. In the Orthodox Church, The black cylindrical hat worn by Orthodox with His disciples in the ‘Upper Room’ before iconography was developed mainly in the clergy. The black monastic veil (epanokaly- His arrest. With this supper He instituted Holy Water. (Gr. Agiasmos). Water blessed monasteries, which became the centers of its nafkon) worn by the celibate clergy at vari- the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. at the service of the “Great Blessing” on the study and development. ous services or ceremonies is attached to the feast day of Epiphany (Jan. 6) or on other kalymauki (see Epanokalymafkon). Leavened Bread. (Gr. artos). Bread made occasions (Small Blessing). It is used for the Iconostasis. (Gr. “an icon-stand”). In the with yeast (enzymes); and used for altar blessing of people or for the blessing of things Orthodox Church the term signifies: 1) the Kanon. 1) Short hymns consisting of nine bread for the Orthodox Eucharist (as for their well being. stand on which the main icon of the Patron odes, sung at the service of Matins. 2) The opposed to the unleavened bread used by the Saint of the church is placed for veneration. special service known as the Great Kanon Latin Church). Leavened bread is also Horologion. (Gr. “Book of the Hours;” Sl. 2) The screen separating the sanctuary or sung on the evening of the Wednesday of the acceptable for the purpose in the more liber- Chasoslov). The Liturgical book containing altar from the church proper and adorned fifth week of the Great Lent. al Protestant churches. the services and prayers of the different with various icons. There may be two or hours of the day, i.e., Compline, Matins, three tiers of icons in an iconostasis, but the Kathisma. Liturgical hymn. Lent. (Gr. Sarakosti) The fifty-days fast pre- Vespers and the Office of the Hours (see main tier must follow a certain iconographic 1. The twenty stanzas into which ceeding Easter for the spiritual preparation hours). form as following (from north or left side, to the Orthodox Psalter is divided. of the faithful to observe the feast of the south) the icon of the Patron Saint of the 2. The second kanon of the Matins. Ressurection. Besides Lent, the Orthodox Hours. In Orthodox monasteries, monks church; of the Virgin Mary, of Christ, and of Church has assigned a number of other fast- maintain special services for the main hours St. John the Baptist Kerygma. (Gr. “message; preaching”). ing periods. of the day. Each hour commemorates a spe- Proclaiming or preaching the word of God in cial event, as follows: Iliton. (or Eiliton, Gr.) The silk cloth used to the manner of the Apostles. It is a method of Cont. next page JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 13/45

Cont. from previous page vices are held on the third, ninth and fortieth Mother Church. The Church of a convent. day; after six months, and after one or more Jerusalem, as being the first Christian Liturgics. The theological field that studies years after death. Boiled wheat is used as a Church. Commonly, the Orthodox consider the liturgies and the various services and rit- symbol of the resurrection of everyone at the as Mother Church the Ecumenical -O- uals of the Church. Second Coming of Christ. Patriarchate as being the senior Church of the Orthodox world. Oktoechos. (Gr. “eight modes” or Liturgy. (Gr. “a public duty or work”). The Meneon. A liturgical book containing the Parakletiki). Service book containing the main form of worship for the celebration of lives of the saints and the special hymns Mount Athos. The center of Orthodox canons and hymns of the eight tones or the Holy Eucharist. The Orthodox Church (stichera) for the feast-days of the Orthodox monasticism, situated on a conical mountain modes of Byzantine music. They are used in celebrates four different versions of the litur- Saints. It is divided into twelve volumes, one on the Chakidi Peninsula, Greece. all services, arranged every eight weeks, one gy: for each month. for each tone, and are attributed to St. John 1. The Liturgy of St. James, Mysticism. The search through various of Damascus (eighth century), one of the 2. The Liturgy of St. Basil, Metropolitan. The prelate of the largest or prayers and practices to achieve unity with greatest Orthodox hymnographers and the- 3. The Liturgy of St. John most important city (Metropolis) or province God in life (theosis). ologians. Chrysostom, which is the most with primacy of jurisdiction. common, and Orarion. (Lat.) One of the deacon’s vest- 4. The Liturgy of the Presanctified Mitre.(Gr. Mitra). The official headdress or -N- ments, made of a long band of brocade and Gifts. “crown” of a bishop. In Slavic churches some worn over the left shoulder and under the archimandrites are allowed to wear the Name-day. (Gr. Onomastiria or right arm. It signifies the wings of the angels. Logos. (Gr. “word”). A symbol for Christ, mitre as a recognition of their service to the Onomastiki eorti). the word incarnate, or “word made Flesh:’ church (mitrate or mitrphoros). The tradition of the Orthodox people to cele- Ordination. (Gr. cheirotonia). The sacra- which is also called “the Word of God” (cf. The mitre derives brate one’s ment of the Holy Orders, imparted through John 1:1-4). from the crown of name-day the laying on of hands upon the candidate for the Byzantine instead of a birth- the priesthood. Lord’s Prayer. The prayer taught by emperor. day. Since the Christ in the Sermon on the Mount (cf. Matt. Orthodox people Orthodox. (Gr. “correct or true belief”). The 6: 9-33 and Luke 11: 2-4). It begins with the Monastery. The are usually na- common and official name used by the Greek phrase “Our father. . .” and is the most com- dwelling place med after a Christians and Eastern Christian Church. mon Orthodox prayer. and the commu- saint’s name, all The Orthodox Church maintains her belief nity thereof, of those having the that she alone has kept the true Christian monks or nuns same name cele- faith, complete and unaltered. -M- living together in brate together. a communal life Celebration of Orthodox Sunday. The first Sunday of Magnificat. (Lat. “My soul doth magnify (cenobites) in a the name-day is Lent, commemorating the restoration of the Lord”; Gr. Megalynarion). A hymn of convent, and considered to be icons in the church. praise in honor of the Mother of God practicing the spiritually impor- (Theotokos). Its verses follow Mary’s own rules of prayer tant, and the cel- words beginning with the phrase “my soul and vows. The ebrating individ- -P- doth magnify the Lord” (cf. Luke 1: 46-55). It members of some ual develops spe- is sung after the eighth Ode of the Canon at monasteries live cial spiritual ties Paganism. Belief in religions other than Matins. alone in solitude with his Patron Christianity, especially ancient Greek poly- (anchorites). Saint and, conse- theism, which was a non-revealed religion. Mantle. (Gr. Mandias). A distinctive and quently, with God. elaborate garment, purple or blue in color, Monk. (Gr. Pall. (Gr. Omophorion). One of the bishop’s worn by the bishop in various church cere- Monachos; fem. Narthex. The vestments, made of a band of brocade worn monies and services, such as Vespers, but not Monache). An vestibule area of about the neck and around the shoulders. It during the liturgy. individual who the church, lead- signifies the Good Shepherd and the spiritu- denies the world ing to the church al authority of a bishop. Martyr. (Gr. “witness”). One who willingly in order to live a The Lord’s Prayer is the prayer taught by Christ in the proper or the suffered death for the faith. religious life Sermon on the Mount (cf. Matt. 6: 9-13 and Luke 11: 2-4). nave. In the early Palm Sunday. (Gr. Kyriaki ton Vaion; Sl. under the monas- Church this area Verbnoye Voskresenye). The Sunday before Martyrika. (Gr. “a sign of witnessing”). tic vows of pover- was as signed for Easter, commemorating the triumphal Small decorative icons or crosses passed out ty, chastity, and obedience. penitents and those who were not yet bap- entrance of Christ into Jerusalem. The to the guests who witness an Orthodox tized (catechumens). Orthodox use palms or willow branches in Baptism. Monophysitism. A heresy which arose in the shape of a cross, which the priest distrib- the fifth century concerning the two Natures Nave. The center, the church proper of an utes to the faithful after the liturgy. Martyrology. A catalogue of martyrs and of Christ. The monophysites accepted only Orthodox Church, where the faithful remain other saints arranged according to the calen- the Divine Nature of Christ, and were con- to observe the liturgy and other services. Panagia. (Gr. “All Holy”). One of the dar. demned as heretics by the Fourth Orthodox names used to address the Mother Ecumenical Council, at Nicaea (451 A.D.). Neophyte. (Gr. Neophotistos). A newly bap- of God. In Orthodox art, the term Panagia Matins. (Gr. Orthos). The Morning Service, tized individual or convert of the early denotes an icon depicting the Virgin Mary which is combined with the liturgy. It begins Monothelitism. A heresy of the seventh Church. with the Christ Child, or the bishop’s medal- with the reading of six psalms (Exapsalmos), century, which developed in an attempt to lion (Encolpion) which usually is decorated the reading of the Gospel, the chanting of the reconcile the monophysites with the Novice. (Gr. Dokimos). An individual who with an icon of the Panagia (especially in the Canon, and the Great Doxology. Orthodox. The monothelites accept the two accepted the monastic life, undergoing a peri- Russian Church). Natures of Christ, but deny His human will od of probation in preparation for taking his Memorial. (Gr. Mnymosyno). A special ser- (Thelesis), accepting thereby only his Divine vows. vice held in the Orthodox Church for the will. Nun. (Gr. Monachi (fem), or Kalogria). A TO BE CONTINUED IN NEXT repose of the souls of the dead. Memorial ser- woman following the monastic life, living in MONTH’S ISSUE Questions & Answers From the Orthodox Church: 455 Questions and Answers, by Stanley S. Can you marry a non-Christian It is an issue of integrity. If the Sacrament means the relating of the union of the couple to Harakas, published by Light and Life. Q Christ and their incorporation, as a couple, into the Body of and still be part of the Church? 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BY JOHN PSAROPOULOS flow of official information very tightly, allowing journalists to speculate as is their IN the space of five days, police have arrest- wont, but not feeding that speculation with ed their first November 17 suspect and a polyphony of announcements and official unveiled what appears to be the organisa- comments. On the whole, it has given the tion’s main weapons stash. These are two impression of working to extend its findings enormous leaps in counter-terrorism, after rather than claiming quick political credit. 27 years of none at all. Nonetheless, two things in the prime min- While the full reasons for this sudden ister’s announcement on July 4 were mod- progress will probably take time to under- est attempts at capitalisation; Simitis stand, at least four factors should be credit- stressed that the police raid was the the ed: Scotland Yard, with more experience result of many years of work, lest people fighting terrorists than the FBI, only should attribute it to a lucky break which became seriously engaged in the fight gave police their first November 17 suspect; against November 17 after the assassina- and he seized the opportunity to say that tion of Stephen Saunders in June 2000; the “each citizen should trust the government attacks on September 11, 2001 raised the and the Greek police”. But police are held in political priority of fighting terrorism world- such low esteem by the public and their wide; the 2004 Olympics gave that priority powers are often so curtailed, that one can a specific deadline; and perhaps most hardly blame Simitis for nudging them a importantly, a botched bombing on June 29 few notches up. gave police vital clues, the full extent of The main political results of a successful which they have not divulged. police operation in which terrorist ringlead- The political importance of the week’s ers are arrested and charged will be inter- achievements can hardly be overstated. national prestige, better relations with the Pasok has for years been associated with US and a much improved climate for the the political flavour November 17 leaves 2004 Olympics. The main repercussions of behind in its proclamations. It has been raising hopes and failing to make arrests showing signs of fatigue after nearly two will be scorn from the opposition, fear of decades in almost continuous power. Its ahead of the socialists by almost 10 percent. ment, education and healthcare above all counter-attack and public scepticism on economic achievements, once its strong Some even expected October’s local elec- other political issues, the last week’s events whether police have made any break- suit, have been tainted by the stock market tions to signal the end of Simitis’ time in may provide just enough credit to give through at all. collapse and the absence of long-term mar- office and to trigger early general elections. Pasok a boost. ket reforms. A poll conducted just before the While Greek society still holds unemploy- The government has wisely controlled the SOURCE: ATHENS NEWS police crackdown showed the conservatives JULY 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 15/47 Greek Australian VEMA JULY 2002 16/48 TO BHMA

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" ÕøçëÞ ðïéüôçôá ðáéäåßáò âáóéóìÝíç óôéò áñ÷Ýò êáé áîßåò ôçò " High quality education based on the principles and values of the Ïñèïäüîïõ Ðßóôåùò Orthodox faith " Õðï÷ñåùôéêÞ äéäáóêáëßá ôçò ÅëëçíéêÞò ãëþóóáò " Teaching and learning of Modern Greek as a mandated area of " ¢ñéóôá áðïôåëÝóìáôá ãéá ôïõò ìáèçôÝò ôçò 12çò ÷ñïíéÜò learning for all students " Åõñåßá åðéëïãÞ ìáèçìÜôùí óôéò ôÜîåéò ôçò 10çò, 11çò, êáé 12çò " Excellent results for Year 12 students ÷ñïíéÜò " Extensive choice of subjects in the senior years of schooling " ÔÜîåéò ìå ìéêñü áñéèìü ìáèçôþí êáé éäéáßôåñç ðñïóï÷Þ óôéò " Small classes across the whole school that provides for individu áíÜãêåò ôïõ êÜèå ìáèçôÞ alised attention " ¸ìðåéñï ðñïóïíôïý÷ï äéäáêôéêü ðñïóùðéêü " Highly qualified and committed staff " Êáéíïýñãéåò êáé óýã÷ñïíåò åãêáôáóôÜóåéò ðëÞñùò åîïðëéóìÝíåò " Excellent purpose build facilities that support quality teaching óå üëåò ôéò ôÜîåéò and learning " Êáéíïýñãéï, óýã÷ñïíï êáé ðëÞñùò åîïðëéóìÝíï óõãêñüôçìá ãéá " A newly purpose build Performing Arts and Sports Centre äñáìáôéêÝò ôÝ÷íåò êáé áèëçôéóìü " State-of-the-art Information Technology Centres " Õðåñóýã÷ñïíá ÊÝíôñá Ôå÷íïëïãßáò " Computers in each classroom " Çëåêôñïíéêïß õðïëïãéóôÝò óå êÜèå ôÜîç " Extensive co-curricula program, including Greek dancing, music, " Åõñåßá åðéëïãÞ ðñüóèåôùí ìáèçìÜôùí êáé äñáóôçñéïôÞôùí ð.÷. hospitality, drama, sport, etc åëëçíéêïß ÷ïñïß, ìïõóéêÞ, ìáãåéñéêÞ, èÝáôñï, áèëçôéóìüò, êôë

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Äéåýèõíóç: PO Box 29, Torrensville Plaza SA 5031 117179 JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 19/51 Feature Results of Invasion The Turkish invasion and subsequent occupation resulted The Cyprus Problem in the following: * Almost 36% of the territory of the Republic of Cyprus - i.e. the northern part of the island, where 70% of its natur- July is the month during which all Hellenes Problem still exists. al resources are concentrated - is under Turkish occupa- remember the tragic events of 1974, when This feature looks at those events of July tion. * 28% of the Greek Cypriots have been displaced from the Turkey invaded Cyprus. 1974, which are now contained in the black occupied northern sector where they had constituted 80% Twenty eight years later, the Cyprus pages of the history books of the island. of the inhabitants. * Greek and Turkish Cypriots, who for 300 years had lived together intermingled throughout the island, were now The Turkish army invaded Cyprus on artificially separated. 20 July 1974. * The ascertainment of the fate of the missing persons is Turkey announced that the invasion still pending. was a “peace-keeping operation” to * By the end of 1974 about 12,000 people were enclaved in restore the constitutional order disrupt- their occupied villages living under conditions of oppres- ed when a Greek military coup over- sion, harassment and deprivation. Now only 421 Greek threw the Cyprus government. Turkey Cypriots and 155 Maronites remain (May 2001 figures). claimed she was acting in compliance * 35.000 Turkish soldiers, armed with the latest weapons, with the terms of the 1960 Treaty of are stationed in the occupied area, making it, according to Guarantee. the UN Secretary-General, “one of the most militarised regions of the world” (S994/680/7.6.1994.par.28). The invading forces landed off the * Over 115.000 Turks have been brought over from Turkey northern coast of the island around to colonise the occupied area thus changing the demogra- Kyrenia. By the time a cease fire was phy of the island and controlling the political situation. agreed three days later, Turkish troops * The “Attila line” (“Operation Attila” was the code-name held 3% of the territory of Cyprus. Five Turkey gave to the invasion of Cyprus) artificially divides thousand Greek Cypriots had fled their the island and its people and prevents Cypriots from mov- homes. ing freely throughout their country. * In an effort to consolidate the de facto situation, the Following the invasion, the junta which In the neighborhoods of Nicosia, hard and bloody battles were fought. “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus” was unilaterally was in power in Greece at the time, col- The Turkish push into the city succeeded in part due to the massive bombing declared in 1983 in the occupied area, a pseudostate recog- lapsed and Mr Constantine Karamanlis of the city by the Turkish Air Force. nised only by Turkey and entirely dependent on it. was recalled from self-imposed exile in * According to Turkish-Cypriot newspapers, over one third Paris to form a new government. In As a result, 28% of the Greek Cypriots of Turkish Cypriots emigrated from the occupied area Cyprus, Nicos Samson, the man whom were turned into refugees in their own between 1974-1995 because of the economic and social the junta had set up as President, sur- country and 70% of the economic poten- deprivation which prevails there. As a result the Turkish rendered power to the President of the tial of Cyprus came under military occu- Cypriots who remain are today outnumbered by the House of Representatives, Mr Glafcos pation. Moreover, thousands of people, Turkish troops together with the colonists. Clerides, pending the return of the including civilians, were killed or ill- * The illegal regime in the occupied area is deliberately and island’s constitutionally elected treated by the Turkish invaders. methodically trying to eradicate every trace of a 9.000 year President, Archbishop Makarios, who old cultural and historical heritage. All Greek place-names had fled abroad to save his life during There are still more than 1,500 Greek have been replaced by Turkish ones. Churches, monu- the coup. Cypriots missing as a result of the ments, cemeteries and archaeological sites have been Turkish invasion, many of whom were destroyed, desecrated or looted. Priceless religious and Two unproductive conferences in held in Turkish custody. Following the archaeological treasures, part of the world’s cultural her- Geneva followed, the first between invasion the Turkish government itage, are being stolen and smuggled abroad, and illegal Britain, Greece and Turkey and the sec- embarked on a policy of bringing in large excavations and dealings in antiquities are taking place. ond with the additional attendance of numbers of Anatolian settlers into the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot rep- occupied area, while at the same time Missing Persons resentatives. Throughout this time systematically expelling the lawful Turkish troops steadily expanded their Greek Cypriot inhabitants from their Over one and a half thousand people have gone missing occupation. homes. Currently about 500 mostly when Turkey invaded and occupied a large part of Cyprus elderly people remain enclaved in the Turkish troops as they are exiting an in 1974. This tragic problem of a purely humanitarian On 14 August and despite the fact that occupied area. assault craft in July 1974. The invasion of nature remains unresolved to this day because Turkey, in talks were still being held in Geneva and Cyprus included more than 40,000 troops, full disregard of international conventions and declara- just as agreement seemed about to be On 1 November 1974, the UN General a number that needed preplanning. tions, does not allow effective investigations to be carried reached, the Turkish army mounted a Assembly unanimously passed the first out. Persuasive information, which could determine the second full-scale offensive, thereby bely- of many resolutions calling all states to fate of missing persons, has not been revealed. Wives and ing Turkey’s original pretext that it was respect the sovereignty, independence, mothers of the missing, like latter day Penelopes, have been invading in order to restore constitu- territorial integrity and non-alignment waiting for news of their loved ones, living life in a state of tional order, in view of the fact that con- of the Republic of Cyprus. It urged the limbo. stitutional order had already been speedy withdrawal of all foreign troops, restored. the continuation of intercommunal Military personnel and reservists, as well as civilians, includ- talks and that urgent efforts be taken to ing women and children, were captured by the invading By the end of the offensive, Turkey ensure the safe return of refugees to Turkish armed forces during July and August of 1974, or increased its hold to include the boom- their homes. disappeared, after the cessation of hostilities, in areas under ing tourist resort of Famagusta and the the control of the Turkish army. Some were listed as pris- rich citrus-growing area of Morphou. All Intercommunal talks resumed in 1975. oners of war by the International Red Cross, but they have A National Guard post located on Lidra in all almost 36% of the territory of the In December, of the same year, the UN not been heard of since. street. The writing above the post reads: Republic of Cyprus came under Turkish Security Council adopted a new resolu- Television footage taken by a BBC crew in Turkish jails in “Nothing is Gained Without Sacrifice, military occupation, an area Turkey still tion on Cyprus extending, once more, its Adana in September 1974 shows some persons who have holds today, despite international con- peace-keeping force’s (UNFICYP) man- And Freedom Without Blood”. later been identified by their own relatives as missing. demnation. date. At the fifth round of talks, held in Turkey is refusing to reveal information from prisons’ Vienna in February 1976, it was agreed The Turkish Cypriot proposals, howev- records in order to ascertain the identity of these people. The advance halted on a line which was that an exchange of written proposals on er, envisaged the continued division of Certain prisoners of war, released after the invasion, have almost precisely the one proposed by the territorial and constitutional aspects Cyprus. A new recourse to the United stated they were held in prison with people who never came Turkey as the demarcation of partition of the problem should be presented to Nations General Assembly was made by back to Cyprus. in 1965. This line has come to be known the then UN Special Representative in the Cyprus Government in November In 1981 the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP) was as the Attila line, named after the mili- Cyprus, Mr Javier Perez de Cuellar. The 1976. This resulted in the General established, in compliance with relevant UN General tary codename “Attila” which Turkey Greek Cypriot side submitted detailed Assembly calling on the Security Assembly resolutions. The humanitarian mandate of the gave to the invasion operation, thereby proposals, demanding the return of the Council to initiate steps for the imple- Committee, which operates under the auspices and with identifying it with the chieftain of the Turkish occupied area to its lawful mentations of previous UN resolutions the participation of the United Nations, is to investigate Huns known as “the scourge of God”. inhabitants. on Cyprus. and determine the fate of all the missing persons in Cyprus. 20/52 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA JULY 2002 Feature Martial arts: spirituality through the back door by Ann and Imogen Coward From the mother... were being taught through the country’s RSL Youth Clubs. I was virtually oblivious In this article a mother and daughter draw on their separate Decades ago, when I was a young woman, I to the fact that different styles, or schools of and combined experiences to each give a very personal decided to learn karate. 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E-mail: [email protected] 117145 JULY 2002 22/54 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA News - Greece Greece’s population increases due to immigration, Eurostat says Defence Greece’s population is increasing marginally, the num- deaths than births in 2000 and in all four the population Minister, bers of Greeks, however, are on the decrease, a Eurostat increase was exclusively due to immigration. Yiannos report on demographics for 2000 said. Eurostat also noted that the population of the Union Papantoniou According to the report, on January 1st, 2001 the popu- rose by one million people, reaching 377,507,900 resi- lation of Greece was 10,564,700 residents up from dents in 2001. According to the same report, 680,000 10,542,800 in 2000, this marginal increase, however, new immigrants arrived in Europe during that year, was do to immigration, since deaths outpaced births in accounting for 64 per cent of the population increase. 2000. Italy, Great Britain and Germany were the main desti- Greece, Italy, Germany and Sweden were the four Euro- nations of immigrants, as they received about 60 per pean Union member-states that experienced more cent of all immigrants to enter the Union. Military off state of mobilization 50,000 people to work for Olympic Almost 28 years after Greece mobilized to fight Turkey following the Turkish invasion of Cyprus, the government Games security has decided to end the state of general mobilization in The security of the Athens 2004 Olympic Games is part which the armed forces have officially functioned since of Greece’s security, which is a priority for the public July 20, 1974. order ministry and the greatest challenge for the coun- A council of top military officials, chaired by Defense Min- try to balance security measures with the everyday life of ister Yiannos Papantoniou, favored abolishing Presiden- citizens, Greek Public Order Minister Michalis Chryso- tial Decree 506 of 1974, which, in turn, had replaced hoidis said. another decree of April 1946 that placed the military in a The minister spoke during his address to journalists of state of partial mobilization due to a then-extant state of Greek origin employed in the mass media around the war with Albania - a result of the 1940 Italian invasion world. during World War II. This other anachronism was only Chrysohoidis said that about 50,000 people will work for Public Order Minister Michalis Chrysohoidis lifted in the mid-1980s. the success of the Games’ security aspect, saying that The main effect of the recent decision will be to transfer 24,111 Greek police officers will be employed along with 7,048 men of the armed forces, 6,021 security volunteers the responsibility for decision-making for the requisition 1,467 coast guard officers, 1,524 of the fire department, and 5,053 private company security personnel. of civilian property from local military unit commanders to the minister of defense. Furthermore, it will become easier for former draft-dodgers to break up their military service into shorter sections, and a series of restrictions Athenians warned Cyprus Airways that currently affect them up to the age of 50 will cease to apply. Senior officers will also no longer have difficulty to launch resigning their commissions. against 2004 Greek airline get-rich-quick recipes

ATHENS Games International organisers warned Olympic Commit- Athenians eager to tee (IOC), which offer property for has put hospitality rent during the high on its list of Olympics that the concerns. Organ- plan to use private isers who are still Cyprus Airways is to launch a Greece-based homes to cover a short of 3,000 airline in April 2003 that will serve Euro- hospitality deficit hotel rooms for pean destinations. was not a get-rich- the extended The parent company’s chairman, Haris quick scheme. Olympic family, Loizides, said that the new firm to be including IOC members and named Hellas Jet would have its headquar- Thousands of Athens home- official guests, said at least 1,500 ters at the Eleftherios Venizelos interna- owners have inundated the private homes will be used for tional airport near Athens. Health ministry offices of the Athens organisers visiting spectators. “This (pro- Hellas Jet would focus on low prices and (ATHOC) with phone calls ask- gramme) is for people coming punctuality of flights, Loizides said. to take measures ing how they can participate in across the world. We are con- It would attain low operating costs through the programme, hoping for a vinced there will be a great alliances in Greece and other countries in against smoking substantial profit. ATHOC demand,” Kapralos told repor- Europe, he added. executive committee member ters. ATHOC launched a tender Spyros Kapralos discouraged for the body which will handle Amnesty cites The Greek Health Ministry took measures against smoking interested parties from thinking the programme, investigate aimed at the protection of non-smokers. The measures also they will make a quick buck. how suitable a home is and alleged ill-treatment aim to inform effectively smokers on the unhealthy effects of “No one should think that they combine the stay with other their habit. will get rich by renting out their travel arrangements or events of detainees The new measures were announced on the occasion of the home,” Kapralos said. “This tickets. Kapralos said 40 compa- World Day Against Smoking, dedicated this year to theme will work only if the demands of nies and consortia, including Amnesty International, in its annual state- “sports without smoking”. the owners are not over the top. banks, insurance companies of-the-world report, includes Greece, saying Special smoking and non smoking areas will have to be cre- There has to be a happy medi- and real-estate agents, had there were numerous allegations that ated in restaurants, cafeterias and other crowded spaces, um between homeowners and already expressed interest. police had ill-treated detainees. The report, while the giant posters advertising cigarettes will be banned visitors.” He did not give any Games organisers have said however, praises Greece for abolishing the by law, according to the proposals made by a committee of details on the price range of the they will use cruise ships for an death penalty under amendments to the specialists and the intentions of the Ministry of Health. The properties. Greece’s Olympic additional 3,000 rooms but constitution adopted in January. It also law banning smoking in all public health buildings will be preparations have been dogged could still be short of securing points out the fact that an interpretative implemented, while special information programs will be by bureaucracy and infighting, the 20,000 luxury rooms needed note was added to the constitution which developed which, in cooperation with the Ministry of Educa- causing delays that have to accommodate the Olympic allowed for legislation permitting conscien- tion, will be implemented in elementary schools and high prompted warnings from the family. tious objectors to military service to per- schools. form alternative civilian service. JULY 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 23/55 Health News with Dr Theo Penklis MENOPAUSE: A TIME OF CHANGE Menopause is a time of change. For most toms and causes little interruption to their lar and eventually stop. The period flow can to vital organs and tissues. It also improves women the menopause occurs between the lives. However, for others, the changes that fluctuate and may be heavier or lighter than bone building and repair and is therefore ages of forty-five and fifty-five years. result from the reduced oestrogen levels on normal. important in helping to prevent osteoporo- the body may have troubling and embar- sis. The word menopause is the word often rassing effects. * PSYCHOLOGICAL CHANGE. Dur- Exercise also aids in controlling weight, used to describe the time in a woman’s life ing the menopause, a woman may feel enhancing energy levels, muscle tone and during which her menstrual periods cease, During the climacteric, which may last sev- symptoms of anxiety, leading to irritability induce sleep. It also helps manage stress. and a number of other changes affect her eral years, a number of symptoms may or depression. For some there may be feel- Walking, especially up an incline, cycling, body .But strictly speaking, this is not cor- occur in response to the deficiency of the ings of being unappreciated or unloved. One swimming, aqua aerobics or gentle exercise rect. The menopause is a particular event, hormone oestrogen. These may include: may feel more forgetful or experience mood classes such as yoga or Tai Chai, tone mus- the last period she ever has. swings, sleeplessness or insomnia. cles and stimulate circulation. * HOT FLUSHES AND NIGHT The correct name for the period of time SWEATS. The most common symptom * OTHER SYMPTOMS of menopause HORMONE REPLACEMENT around the menopause is the climacteric. experienced during the menopause is the may include: backache, dry skin, headaches, All women experience the menopause, it is hot flush. This is a sudden sensation of heat joint pain, muscle pain, new facial hair, pal- THERAPY a natural part of the ageing process. The cli- usually rising from the chest to cover the pitations and tiredness. macteric is a time when a woman’s oestro- face and neck. Some women experience a Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is used to replace the female hormones, gen levels start to fall and this loss leads to more persistent sense of being overheated. THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF changes in a female’s body which can stay oestrogen and progesterone, which the for the rest of their lives. * VAGINAL DRYNESS. The vaginal wall THE MENOPAUSE ovaries cease to produce during menopause. becomes thinner and drier and less elastic. Women are recommended Hormone The menopause occurs because the ovaries This makes these areas more vulnerable to After the menopause, because of the reduc- Replacement Therapy to relieve the symp- fail to ovulate and produce the hormone infection or damage. tion of oestrogen, women are at greater risk toms of menopause including hot flushes, oestrogen. In response to this, many women of developing osteoporosis. The fall in poor sleep patterns and vaginal dryness. experience changes in their menstrual * URINARY PROBLEMS. The lining of oestrogen at the menopause can result in a Many doctors also recommend Hormone cycle. Periods can become heavier or lighter the opening of the bladder may become rapid loss of bone tissue. As a result bones Replacement Therapy for women to and the cycle may become longer or shorter thinner after the menopause. This can can become thin and brittle and fracture address the risk of developing osteoporosis. before it stops altogether. result in troublesome or embarrassing easily particularly at the hip, spine and The important benefits of any woman tak- problems such as frequency, urgency or wrist. ing HRT is to improve her quality of life. THE SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS pain on urination. Some women may experience stress incon- The incidence of heart disease and stroke This can be in terms of alleviating symp- OF MENOPAUSE tinence, that is, urinemay leak when one increases in women after the menopause. toms such as hot flushes and sweats, vagi- coughs, laughs or sneezes. Before menopause, women are naturally nal dryness and improved mood and well- The changes that occur at menopause usu- protected against heart disease and stroke being. It can also be in terms of bone loss ally happen gradually. For some women, * IRREGULAR PERIODS. During the by oestrogen. Oestrogen helps maintain protection and probably heart disease. the menopause produces only mild symp- climacteric, the periods may become irregu- strong and flexible blood vessels and also assists with keeping cholesterol levels in Once you have spoken with your doctor, control. When oestrogen is depleted during and gained more information on meno- the menopause, so is the protection that it pause, you can make an informed decision offers. as to whether HRT is right for you. Not every woman requires HRT. While it has Skin is kept elastic and ‘young looking’ be- great benefits for many women, it does not cause of oestrogen effects. Many women necessarily suit everyone. PH: (02) 9247 5698 FAX: (02) 9251 4004 find that when their periods stop, their skin feels thinner and has less tone. Hormone Replacement Therapy can take MON - FRI 7 AM - 6 PM several forms including tablets, patches, HOW TO MANAGE gels and implants. It is important to seek Congratulations to THE VEMA advice and discuss the treatment options THE MENOPAUSE and the implications of treatment of Hor- and best wishes for the future mone Replacement Therapy with your doc- The menopause can be managed. It’s tor. important to seek advice, to understand the changes the body is undergoing during this time and to be aware of hormone replace- HORMONE REPLACEMENT ment therapy. It is important to eat well THERAPY and exercise regularly. AND BREAST CANCER Important dietary measures during the menopause: A common question is asked - ‘Does Hor- mone Replacement Therapy cause breast 1. Eat less fat (50g or less per day). cancer?’ 2. Eat more fibre (at least 3 serves of fruit Women who take HRT have a slightly and 3 vegetables per day). increased risk of being diagnosed with 3. Eat low fat dairy foods (at least 3 serves breast cancer. They also have a lower risk of per day). dying from breast cancer than women who 4. Drink more water (6-8 glasses per day). do not use HRT. A possible explanation for 5. 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The Greek Australian VEMA Looking for best results from your advertisement? Ring (02) 9559 7022 15806 JULY 2002 24/56 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA News - Greece Orthodox Christian leader accepts Norwegian environment prize THE LEADER of the world’s 300 million pointing out the negative effects of globali- ended a five-day voyage by the Orthodox Orthodox Christians on June 12 accepted sation. Ecumenical Patriarch around the Adriatic Norway’s $100,000 Sophie Prize for his Sea - from the poverty of Albania to pros- environmental efforts. “His holiness has shown ‘sophia’, which is perous Italy. the Greek word for wisdom,” she said. “We have to protect the environment for Vartholomeos said globalisation can have a The frail 82-year-old pope remained at the future generations,” Ecumenical Patriarch positive side, as long as the identity and Vatican and signed the document during a Vartholomeos I said at a news conference. uniqueness of all nations and cultures is video link-up with Vartholomeos at “We need the participation and cooperation respected. Venice’s Palazzo Ducale. of our sister churches, NGOs (nongovern- ment organisations) and environmental “Instead of it being a globalisation of hatred, “We are... concerned about the negative groups.” we need to work for a globalisation of love,” consequences for humanity and for all cre- said the white-bearded patriarch, clad in his ation resulting from the degradation of Vartholomeos, who says it is sinful to dam- black clerical robes. some basic natural resources such as water, age the environment, expressed regret over air and land, brought about by an economic a deadlock in international environment He said the prize money would be donated and technological progress which does not talks in Bali, Indonesia last week that were to poor children in Africa and to prepara- recognise and take into account its limits,” to have formed the blueprint for a United tions for a church-led meeting on the Baltic the document said. Nations summit in August in South Africa. Sea environment next year, one in a series Both the pontiff and Vartholomeos have The annual environment prize was created of seminars on ocean environment. He has described the text as another step in helping in 1997 by Norwegian author Jostein so far arranged international environmen- bridge the nearly 1,000-year-old rift Patriarch Vartholomeos Gaarder and his wife, Siri Dannevig. It is tal conferences highlighting pollution in the between the Roman Catholic and Orthodox named after Gaarder’s book Sophie’s Aegean, the Black Sea, the Danube and the Churches. The declaration invites “all men and World, a philosophy-based novel that Adriatic. women of good will” to consider ethical became a surprise global best seller. “Christians and all other believers have a goals in the protection of the environment. Pope, patriarch sign specific role to play in proclaiming moral “It is not too late. God’s world has incredi- It was presented in a solemn ceremony at values and in educating people in ecological ble healing powers,” it said the stately Gamle Logen, or The Old Lodge, joined declaration awareness, which is none other than in downtown Oslo. Elin Enge, who chairs responsibility toward self, toward others, On June 10 Vartholomeos and Pope John About 250 religious figures, scientists and the awards committee, said Vartholomeos toward creation,” the text said. “The prob- Paul signed a declaration that protecting environmentalists joined the Patriarch on was selected for inspiring his faithful to act, lem is not simply economic and technologi- the environment is a “moral and spiritual” the Adriatic trip. urging cooperation between religions and cal; it is moral and spiritual.” duty. The signing of the joint declaration (AP) PM announces two Simitis to visit Australia new universities, After the return of President of the Republic Kostis The same sources assure that Mr Simitis will repay the visit Stefanopoulos to Greece, following an official visit to Australia Australian Prime Minister John Howard has paid to Greece in and New Zealand, it is the turn of Prime Minister Kostas the beginning of this month. This was the first official visit of technical college Simitis to come “down under”, according to Greek diplomats Mr. Howard to Greece. in the Australian capital. During the Greek Presidency of the EU, it is expected that Prime Minister Costas Simitis announced the foun- The date of his visit will be set through diplomatic routes, and efforts will be made to upgrade the relations of Europe with dation of two new universities and one Technical the Greek side expressed its wish to travel to Australia after Australia, New Zealand and other countries of the broader Educational Institute (TEI), after a cabinet meeting September and before the Municipal elections, or after southeastern regions of Asia and the Pacific. focusing on education. November. The new universities will be those of Western Macedonia, based in Kozani, and Eastern Mainland Greece based in Lamia. The TEI will be for the Ionian islands and have its base on Cephallonia.

In addition to the above, Simitis said that 46 new university and TEI departments will be set up by 2010, after which every prefecture in the country will have at least one tertiary education department within its borders.

On his part, Education Minister Petros Efthymiou noted that 24 of the departments will be created before 2004, while half of those will be created within 2003, stressing that special emphasis will be paid to new subjects so as to produce not just university diplomas, but diplomas the market needs.

He added that the government aims at establishing at least one university department in every prefecture of Greece, while the ministry will convene the National Education Council in September to evalu- ate the work of the higher learning institutions. CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES The minister noted that the creation of more universities did not mean the increase of the number of TO MANAGEMENT AND STAFF OF “THE VEMA” university students, rather the unclogging of the overcrowded institutions, adding that in 1993 there were 42,000 university freshmen while in 2002 their number rose to 82,000.

ANA 117938a JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 25/57 News - Greece In Brief... Australian PM briefed SMOKING is officially banned in pub- campaign to promote the Games, discover- lic schools as of June 13, the education ing the 35 events to be held in Athens in on Games preparations ministry announced in unveiling a August 2004. revised list of rules and regulations for The mascots, originating from ancient Australian Prime Minister John Howard facilities it operates. Moreover, so are Greece, will be making a full tour of all events began a two-day official visit to Greece on pupils’ mobile phones, while the end- included in the Olympic programme and July 4, which included the signing of a coop- of-the-schoolyear “ritual” of burning examining them with humour and laughter. eration agreement on combating crime. textbooks - a particularly annoying Phoebus and Athena, two symbols of the Mr Howard held talks with his Greek coun- sight for many an educator and parent Olympic Ideal, will promote the human fac- terpart, Costas Simitis, and met with Greek - is also formally outlawed on school- tor and remind us that the focal point and businessmen involved in shipping. grounds. heart of the Olympic Games is and will The Australian PM was given a tour of the always remain the human being. sports venues under construction for the PRIME Minister Costas Simitis on Athens Olympic Games in 2004. Heading a Thursday became a grandfather as his PRIME Minister Costas Simitis large delegation from the island continent daughter Fiona Simitis gave birth to a opened last week’s cabinet meeting nation, Howard arrived at Athens 2004 healthy baby girl with a cesarean section at with a briefing on developments in the (ATHOC) headquarters, where he was the Gynecological Clinic of the Athens fight against terrorism and praised the received by ATHOC president Gianna University Hospital. Both mother and child work done by the Greek police in the Angelopoulos-Daskalaki, among others. are in excellent health. ongoing investigation of the terrorist In statements to reporters afterwards, Mr group ‘’November 17’’, government Howard said he was certain the Athens THE EUROPEAN Union Agriculture spokesman Christos Protopapas said. Games would be completely successful and Ministers’ Council announced its deci- The prime minister stressed, however, added that Sydney and Australia are willing sion, which is to put “feta” on the list of that great care and much police work to offer any assistance to Athens and products with a protected name of ori- was now needed in order to fully Greece towards this goal. gin within a period of three months. exploit the evidence and find proof On her part, Angelopoulos-Daskalaki said the Australian PM’s visit demonstrates the The cheese with the name feta can be against those responsible, using proce- John Howard produced only in certain regions of dures that were absolutely legal and strong bonds of friendship between the two Greece and in strict observance of the reliable. Simitis also noted that certain countries. product’s specifications, said the deci- parties appeared to be trying to deni- Finally, regarding a question on the spectre speaker Apostolos Kaklamanis, the leader sion. grate the successes and efficiency of of terrorism, Mrs Angelopoulos-Daskalaki of the conservative New Democracy opposi- the authorities and cast doubts as to stressed that Greece is working very hard to tion party Costas Karamanlis, and Athens PHOEBUS and Athena, the mascots of the whether the chief culprits would be ensure “that people are hosted in a friendly Mayor Dimitris Avramopoulos after visit- 2004 Athens Olympic Games, will begin a brought to justice. and peaceful country”. ing the Acropolis. Mr Howard met on July 5 with parliament (ANA, AP)

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117998 Tel: (02) 9599 2755 Fax: (02) 95992257 JULY 2002 26/58 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA Food & Wine Recipes Cucumber’s long history Chilled cucumber soup Whether baked, boiled or eaten raw, this vegetable’s delicate flavour is (Serves 10) delectable during the hot summer months 4 cups strained yoghurt 6 cucumbers THE CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus) is a Salt, pepper member of the squash family of plants and 5 tablespoons walnut pieces clearly a vegetable of great antiquity. It 3 cloves garlic, crushed seems to have been cultivated early in Asia 2 tablespoons wine vinegar and Europe, having been grown in India for 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or at least 3,000 years, and probably a lot mint more, and known as soukasa in Sanskrit, a 1/4 cup olive oil name with similar root as the ancient 3/4 cup ice water Greek sikyos, by which the cucumber was 10 ice cubes known. The plant appears to have been rapidly transmitted westwards, but not 1 tbs or more chopped chives or 10 sprigs eastwards, as it was not in use in China Cucumbers were brought to the Americas by the Spaniards. But there are so many related mint until the 2nd century BC. species that it is difficult to trace their progress. Wipe cucumbers. Peel if they are waxed By contrast, it is known to have grown (deep green shiny skin on a cucumber round the shores of Lake Kahun in Egypt of cucumbers, which they ate raw, cooked, the slave trade, now a tropical American shows it has been waxed). Halve length- when the pyramids were erected, and peeled or with the skin. Apicius gives three vine known as the West Indian gherkin (C wise. Scoop out seeds. Slice. Sprinkle with remains of it have been found in the recipes for cucumbers. One consists of par- anguria). Another is the snake cucumber salt. Leave 30 minutes to draw out juices. Faiyum Depression, dating from the boiling the peeled vegetable and then com- (C melo, var. flexuosus), and a third the Drain. Rinse thoroughly. Puree cucum- Twelfth Dynasty (ca 2000 BC) to Graeco- pleting the preparation by stewing in broth African horned cucumber (C metuliferous). bers, a little at a time, in blender or food Roman times. It appears still earlier in or in a wine sauce. The second, involved Nowadays, cucumbers are divided into processor with walnuts, garlic, vinegar Mesopotamia, having been recorded as one stewing boiled brains together with the three groups. The field-grown standard and yoghurt. Puree briefly or more thor- of the plants growing in the garden of King cucumbers, with additions of cumin, a little varieties of slicing or salad cucumbers; the oughly depending on whether you desire Ur-Nammu at Ur around 2100 BC. Facts honey, some celery seed, stock and oil, bind- newer hothouse and often seedless vari- coarse or fine-textured soup. that lend weight to the story in the Old Tes- ing this gravy with eggs and sprinkling eties; and the smaller size pickling kinds Place puree in bowl. Stir in 3 tablespoons tament, that the children of Israel longed with pepper before serving. The third is which range from finger-size to blood- chives and olive oil. Taste to adjust for sea- for cucumbers, as they did for melons, obviously a salad that calls for raw cucum- sausage bulk and length. sonings. Cover and chill at least 3 hours or leeks, onions and garlic they had in Egypt bers, pepper, pennyroyal, honey or passum Although suspected to be somewhat hard up to 24 hours. Thin soup with ice water (Numbers 11:5). (condensed must?), broth, and vinegar, to on the digestive system during the Middle to consistency preferred. Serve very cold, Theophrastus in the 4th century BC seems which once in a while one added some sil- Ages, cucumbers survived the slight and adding ice cube to each bowl. to have known three varieties of cucum- phium. Tiberius who succeeded Augustus flourished. They may not contain too many Top with remaining chives. bers: the best was apparently the Laconian seems to have been particularly fond of useful nutrients, but they don’t have too watered variety, while the Boeotian and cucumbers. To allow the emperor an unin- many calories either. They may be baked, Cucumber au gratin Skytalian varieties became better when terrupted supply, the vegetable was grown boiled, braised or steamed, but they are best they were not watered. However, here (Serves 4) in movable frames that followed him from eaten raw. And with a bow towards George Theophrastus, just like Dioscorides and place to place, an extravagance mentioned Bernard Shaw, one must not forget cucum- Galen after him, may be referring to mel- 2 cucumbers by both Pliny and Columella. ber sandwiches. Remember the bread must ons rather than cucumbers. There is a cer- 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyere cheese Cucumbers were brought to the Americas be thinly sliced, devoid of all crust, white as tain confusion with the relevant names in salt and black pepper by the Spaniards. But there are so many a hospital wall, and as tasteless as card- the ancient texts, and modern scholars 3-4 tbs butter related species that it is difficult to trace board. Nothing must be allowed to inter- have often fallen victims of this uncertain- their progress. Thus for example, one is a fere with the delicacy of the dainty veg- ty. At any event, the Romans were also fond Peel the cucumbers and cut them into native of the Antilles brought over during etable. 8cm/3 inch pieces. Slice each piece in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cook the cucumber in boiling salted water for 10 minutes, then drain and dry. Arrange a layer of cucumber in the base of a buttered ovenproof dish. Sprinkle with a third of the cheese, and season Wine Review with salt and pepper. Repeat these layers, By Imogen Coward finishing with cheese. Dot the top with butter. Leeuwin Estate expectations of rich robust characters. The taste is predominate- Bake the cucumber gratin in the centre of ly of spice and plum with some indistinct berry flavours, green a preheated oven at 205C/400F for 30 "Art Series" pepper nuances and a hint of oak. The finish is well rounded and minutes. Margaret River smooth. Not a mild wine, it is suitable for at least a further 3 years Riesling 2001 cellaring. This red adds an extra dimension to hearty dinners Watermelon-cucumber (especially in winter!). Margaret River, W.A., is rapidly being Cost: under $35 salad recognised as an important wine-growing (Serves 4) region, producing wines with plenty of character. This riesling is no exception. 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar Pale greeny-yellow in colour, it displays flo- Carmel King 1/4 cup sugar ral aromas with a citrusy touch. The taste? Its medium bodied, David Sacramental 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper not too dry, nor too sweet, and has plenty of floral and citrus 4 cucumbers, peeled, halved and seeded flavours, tapering to a smooth and refreshing finish. It goes well salt Produced in Israel, this is an intensely with chicken, fish vegetables and salads and is sure to be liked by sweet wine with a reddish toffee colour. 8 cups seeded and cubed watermelon all the family. 1/4 onion sliced thinly The taste is basically of raisins making it similar to Malmsey. This wine comes in Cost: under $40 Combine vinegar, sugar and pepper in screw-top bottles and (making it quite saucepan. unusual) has been pasturised and certified Bring to a boil; boil 1 minute, remove Brown Brothers "kosher". Although it lacks complexity and from heat and cool. Slice cucumbers and Shiraz 1998 does not have the refreshing alcohol bite, it toss with 1 tsp of salt. Let sit in colander is sure to be liked by those with a sweet tooth. Not for cellaring, for 30 minutes. Pat dry. it is delicious served with a desert of preserved plums and cream The intense and spicy nature of shiraz is chantilly. Just before serving toss watermelon with 'bottled up' (pardon the pun) in this Vic- salt in a large bowl. Add cucumbers, torian red. A spicy plum nose creates onions, and pepper syrup and toss. Cost: under $25 JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 27/59 Travel Revealing the east Aegean’s exile isle The once remote Aegean island is now a draw for its natural wonders, casting off its local-yokel reputation

BY TANIA KOLLIAS first bus for the 1.5-hour journey is not until Anatolian shore, and ancient actors often where we stayed for the second part of the hol- noon, and by 7am, a taxi had yet to appear that missed performances with a legitimate excuse iday. IKARIA’S reputation as a place to get away would go any further than take a pair of pushy - as it remains today. from it all and the fact a boat was leaving were pensioners to the nearby Therma spa. One did Most of the time you can walk right through The myth enough incentives to go there for the last leg of take us, with help from a restaurant owner, at the waves and float on the crests and swells, a whirlwind holiday. And it is - if the weather a high price, but others only managed a ride but bad weather often precludes water activity Architect and inventor Daedalus was barred and sea cooperate for a beach vacation. Fortu- much later, in the back of a truck. for the timid. Apart from setting your feet in by King Minos from leaving Crete (another nately, there are other things to do besides wait Ikarians do not cater to tourists as other snow-cones at the water’s edge, seeing a wall of version has him about to be executed). under a reed umbrella. islanders do. The pace, service and driving here water come at you and crash before your feet, Daedalus designed and built two pairs of wings A smallish island in the east Aegean, Ikaria lies is slow, slow, slow. Adapt, or be thwarted. All stirring up pebbles and rocks in the crackling glued together with wax and taught his son just southwest of its age-old rival, Samos, to shops, even in the sleepy tourist centre of equivalent to rock candy is a bit off-putting. For Icarus how to use them, in order to escape. which it administratively belongs. Samos’ Armenistis, closed at 2pm, and did not reopen once, my whatsit agreed. “It’s like Franken- “Take care to always fly in mid-air. If you fly derided neighbour apparently didn’t progress much from ancient times to the 19th century, despite turbulent and interesting events in its history. Ikaria and the nearby Fourni (Corsiai) islands were the haunts of pirates or corsairs until at least the 1880s, and foreigners and Greeks alike told tales of Ikaria’s abject poverty, the cave-dwelling inhabitants even snub- bing basics like beds and shoes. Ikarians main- taining their backward appearance was a ruse to ward off the pirates and taxation: “They have a great happiness in their poverty in not being molested by the Turks, who think it not worth their while to come among them,” said Some of Ikaria’s beautiful views by the sea. Samos and Ikaria’s bishop, Joseph Geor- girenes, in 1677. till 6-7-9-10pm, meaning an afternoon’s poten- stein’s castle.” Some people like it that way, but too low, the humidity of the sea will make your Despite the insults, the islanders maintained a tial sightseeing is lost if you want to hire a car - undercurrents are also a danger. wings heavy, and if you fly too high, there is the healthy self-image, believing they were or even buy food - wasting precious “holy days” The myth of Ikarus (Icarus) & Daedalus came danger of the sun melting the wax.” At first the descended from exiled Byzantine noblemen, in the process. to mind a lot and, according t o legend, the hap- boy followed his father’s advice, but the exu- pointing out their long wine-making tradition A public bus from the mountain resort of less son fell into the sea near Armenistis, at berance of youth and fine weather found him as proof. Ikaria more recently took in 13,000 Christos Raches to Armenistis by the sea, a 20- Xylosirti. soaring towards the sun. The wax melted, and exiled communists during the civil war (1945- minute journey, only operates during August, Alright. Who needs to swim? The beach is Icarus careened downward, plunging into the 49), including composer Mikis Theodorakis. In for example, when the island fills with Greeks warm, the food is excellent and, at Nas and sea. Daedalus searched for his son, finally find- 1998, the resident population stood at 7,000, as well as foreigners, many of whom are repeat Livadi (Armenistis) beaches, nature provides ing him floating in the waves. He swooped and the island remains a communist party visitors to this mini-paradise isle. In any case, if entertainment: the river marshes unleash a down to the body, and buried him on nearby stronghold. you do not rent a car, you need to know where comical cacophony at dusk. Dolihi island, which from then on carried his you’re going and basically stay there. Indeed, At my favoured Messachti beach (rudimenta- name. A rock in the sea around Xylosirti, fur- Adapting to the slow pace Ikaria is also touted as a hikers’ island... But the ry facilities, well-stocked canteen), a couple of ther up from Livadi beach, is also called Icarus, most dominating feature is the sea. goal posts and a border were set up for sponta- the place it is said he drowned. About 40km by 5-9km across, Ikaria is criss- neous games of footie - an early evening diver- Another version of the Daedalus-Icarus myth crossed by winding, mainly paved roads The sea is the measure... sion from reading. We two turned into a friend- centres on the dangers of the Ikarian Sea. through pretty scenery - ideal for exploring by ly (and lengthy) five aside after I bowed out. Daedalus invented the sailing ship, and fled car or on foot. Many roads are dirt but pass- The Ikarian Pelagos or sea around the island, Mortified after initially being told: “By the way, Crete with his son, making their way toward able, and there aren’t many vehicles. The road has been known since antiquity as one of the it’s sacrilege for a girlfriend or wife to call out a the island. The inclement weather and sea con- from the main port of Agios Kyrikos toward most turbulent in the Aegean. Ikaria, or player,” I did a service to the cross-faced girl- ditions caused Icarus to lose control of the ves- the resort of Armenistis on the north shore ‘Nikaria’ in the local dialect, also falls in the friends, wives and children who emerged when sel and drown, washing ashore on the island passes through lovely scenery, but if your boat direct path of the meltemi or Etesian winds. the remaining players called it a night just that later bore his name. gets in before the crack of dawn (4.30am), Roman statesman Cicero allegedly needed two afterward - near 9pm. One last plunge to cool you’re not likely to appreciate it much. The weeks to get to Piraeus from Ephesus on the off, and we were back on the road to Nas, ATHENS NEWS

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For further details, please call Sophia on (02) 9661 6903 117922 JULY 2002 28/60 TO BHMA Greek Australian VEMA Towards 2004 Historical... 2004 mascots ‘parody’ gods A group that preserves devotion to the ancient Greek gods THE ORIGIN is using a modern weapon - the lawsuit - against the mascots of the 2004 Olympics. Their claim is that naming the OF THE OLYMPIC figures after ancient deities “savagely insults” their religion. The group wants 3 million euros and a possible ban GAMES on the figures. The mascots, called Athena and Phevos, are cone-shaped caricatures based on a 7th-century-BC terracotta doll believed to be one of the first Greek toys. Phoebus, another name for Apollo, was the god of light and music. Athena was the goddess of wisdom and protectress of Athens. Panayiotis Marinis, head of the Greek Society of the Friends of the Ancients, objects to “two deities presented in the form of a doll intended as a toy, entertainment or fun.” “The two mascots... savagely insult our religion and identity,” said the lawsuit, which was filed June 12 and obtained by The Associated Press yesterday. “We want to see the gods as they are presented in statues, reliefs, etc. and not as parodies,” it added. Marinis is asking the court to block the “offense” - in an apparent attempt to pull the mascots off the shelves. (AP) Athens 2004 mascots, Athena and Phevos Model of the Sanctuary of Zeus at Olympia, where the first games were held as part of religious festivals honoring Zeus. The Temple of Zeus is near the center. Tantalus, a king favoured by the gods and son Turkey wants to contribute to of Zeus, invited the gods to dine with him in his palace in Asia Minor. Having invited them he couldn’t think of anything that was so valuable the Cultural Olympiad to set before his highest ranking guest. The only REAL treasure he had was his son Pelops. Turkish Minister of Sports Fikret Unlu expressed projects that are in progress in order to be used if the joint So, he decided to sacrifice his son for the gods Turkey’s full support to Greece’s efforts for successful Greek-Turkish candidature for the 2008 European by making a stew of him and set the dish before Olympic Games in 2004. Mr Unlu made the statement on Football Championship is approved. the gods. The Olympian gods detested human the sidelines of the 5th Greek-Turkish Business Forum in sacrifices and they punished Tantalus by the meeting he had with Greek Culture Minister Mr Unlu stated that both sides are ready to cosign more throwing him in the underworld and giving life Evangelos Venizelos, during a visit to Istanbul. such initiatives. Also, the Turkish Sports Minister sug- again to Pelops. gested the adoption of three to five special prizes for the One of Pelop’s shoulder bones was missing so Mr Unlu wished success in the Cultural Olympiad, stress- athletes who will be distinguished in fair play in the 2004 they restored it with a piece of ivory and gave ing that Turkey is ready to contribute to this effort. Olympic Games and Mr Venizelos said that the idea is him many rich gifts. One of them was a gift Mr Venizelos invited Mr Unlu to visit Athens and the big excellent. from Poseidon. He gave him fast horses and with them to set off and win himself a new kingdom. In the kingdom of Elis, king Oenimaus had a Rogge: beautiful daughter, Hippodamia. Any man that married her would inherit the kingdom but her “Greeks father loved her so much that he could not suf- fer the thought of losing her. King Oenimaus had a set of horses given to him by Ares, the god will host of war. Whenever a suitor came to ask for his daughter’s hand in marriage, Oenomaus would beautiful challenge him to a chariot race. If the suitor won, he would win his daughter’s hand in marriage. Suitors came and were defeated. Twelve Olympic in all lost their lives attempting to win Hippodamia’s hand in marriage. Games” When Pelops came to Elis to ask for the princesses hand in marriage, king Oenomaus was not aware that Pelops horses were magic. “Le Matin” newspaper Not knowing this, he accepted yet another published recently an inter- challenge. Hippodamia, after falling in love view with International with Pelops, fearing her father would win Olympic Committee, Presi- again, bribed her father’s stable boy to fix her dent Jacques Rogge in father’s chariot so that Pelops would win. which he refers to the The stable boy took out the wooden pins that Athens 2004 Olympic held the wheels to the axle, and replaced them Games. with pins of wax. The race started. Oenomaus was surprised Mr Rogge stated emphati- when he saw he could not pull ahead in the cally that recent dialogue race. No matter what he did, they were neck to between the government neck. Suddenly, the wax pins gave way and the and the “Athens 2004” wheels of the chariot broke and flew off. The Organising Committee was king lost his life and Pelops had won very fruitfull even though Hippodamia’s hand in marriage and a new there are still problems in kingdom, Elis. the housing sector and In honor of the old king, Pelops had a funeral infrastructure. feast inviting heroes from all over Greece to take part in athletic games. These games were He added that if the Greeks held on the plain of Olympia, in Elis, and were continue to work in today’s repeated every four years. pace they will host beautiful They were called THE OLYMPIC GAMES. Olympic Games. JULY 2002 The Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 29/61 Sports BRAZIL CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD!

them the top achievers in this edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking. As usual in the wake of the FIFA World Cup, not a stone is left unturned as teams that caused a stir in Korea and Japan reap the rewards in terms of points and ranking. After surrendering their first-place position to France earlier in the year, the Seleção are once again number one in world football. Seven consecutive wins, and early exits by France and Argentina, whittled away the favourite three to leave one dazzling leader who can settle back on football’s throne for Germany with 5 goals and 1 assist each. another while. Also, Korea Republic was voted the most entertaining team of the 2002 FIFA World Finalists Germany (5, up 6), second in the Cup Korea/Japan. Korea garnered 61% of World Cup, conceded their chances of pro- the votes. motion to number two in the FIFA/Coca- A total of 365,619 fans from around the Cola World Rankings when they were world took part in the poll to choose from the defeated in the final, but they are nonethe- six to be held in Asia. Korea Republic finished less back in the Top Ten. Compared with the ahead of the competition with some 61% of last edition, England (8, up 4) gain consider- the votes cast. able ground, while Columbia (9, down 5) and Finally, Germany´s captain Oliver KAHN Italy (10, down 4) both slide down several became the first goalkeeper to win the adidas places. Golden Ball Award for a FIFA World Cup final competition. The 33-year old, whose Turkey’s unexpected run of victory catapults heroic saves saw Germany through to the them to new heady heights (12, up 10) from Final, obtained 25% of the votes cast by the which they can set their sights on the Top media present at the third-place match in Ten. Meanwhile the compelling national Daegu and the Final in Yokohama. squad from Korea Republic are this month’s Carlos Roberto and Rivaldo celebrate their win Best Mover (22, up 18) as well as Asia’s top LEMERRE PAYS PRICE team for the second time since the end of FOR FRANCE! BY PHILLIP FOURLAS 1998. Senegal’s surprise performances have given them an astounding 11-place boost up Roger Lemerre must always have known Ronaldo’s two second-half goals gave Brazil the table, making them currently the third that his inheritance of the world’s best soccer their fifth FIFA World Cup championship best African team in the FIFA/Coca-Cola team could turn into the most poisoned of and firmly put the ghosts of the France 98 World Ranking, behind the well-established chalices. final to rest. It was a hard fought and equal- powers of Cameroon and Nigeria. When France’s defending champions made a ly played match befitting a clash of world shock exit in the first round of the World football’s biggest titans, but Ronaldo had the In the lower half of the table, the world Cup, the French Soccer Federation courte- touch of greatness that separated the two watched as Bhutan (199, up 3) notched up a ously stood back to give him time to take a teams in Yokohama, Japan. victory against Montserrat to mark their long drink from it. Lemerre’s stubborn Ronaldo also lifts the Golden Shoe with eight place in the top two hundred. refusal to take the blame, however, con- goals in the finals, three more than his next demned his reign to a messy conclusion as he closest competitors, Rivaldo and Miroslav In six matches, the victors amassed scores in was finally dispatched on Friday. Klose. Both countries offered opposing but excess of the highly elusive 50-point mark: History is unlikely to judge him mercifully no less effective styles as each hit the wood- Denmark/52.6 (2-0 against France), either. His credit column does include the work once and created a fair number of Germany/52.5 (8-0 against Saudi Arabia) 2000 European championship title and the chances. The first-ever confrontation and England/51.6 (3-0 against Denmark) Confederations Cup. between the two teams was an entertaining were pack leaders in this area. But for most of France’s disappointed fans, and dramatic end to the Asian FIFA World who had dreamed of another night of glory Cup. on the Champs-Elysees to duplicate the 1998 RONALDO WINS World Cup celebrations, the 61-year-old GOLDEN SHOE! strategist will be remembered as the man BRAZIL LEAD WORLD who failed to get the best out of a world-class, CUP RANKINGS! The adidas Golden Shoe Award of the 2002 if ageing squad. France’s one point — and no Ronaldo scored both goals for Brazil in the FIFA World CupT goes to Ronaldo who goals — in South Korea may have come as a final against Germany Five-time World Champions Brazil reclaim increased his total to eight goals. Joint second shock but there had been signs of trouble their place at the head of the table, making are Brazil´s Rivaldo and Miroslav Klose of long before. Oceania deserves World Cup spot: Farina Socceroos coach Frank Farina says Oceania deserves a formances warrant them getting another spot and spot in the World Cup finals ahead of Asia. Oceania, I think we deserve it,” he said.

The winner of the Oceania conference is currently In the meantime, Soccer Australia is likely to have anoth- required to play-off for a spot in the tournament against er look at its budget, following Australia’s defeat in the the fifth placed South American side. Oceania Nations Cup in Auckland.

Farina says calls by Asia for a fifth spot are unjustified. The Socceroos lost the final to New Zealand 1-0 and there- “I don’t think many of the other confederations can justi- fore the chance to compete in the rich Confederations Cup fy asking for another spot because I don’t think their per- tournament next year. (full story on page 32/ 64) JULY 2002 30/62 TO BHMA The Greek Australian VEMA Sporting News By Phillip Fourlas

TENNIS LADDER 1) Port Adelaide 48 HEWITT WINS 2) Brisbane Lions 44 WIMBELDON 3) Collingwood 40 4) Adelaide 36 THERE was a hug for his coach and his 5) Melbourne 36 best mate and kisses for his girlfriend and 6) Geelong 36 Mum and Dad as Lleyton Hewitt followed 7) West Coast 36 in the footsteps of Pat Cash by climbing 8) Essendon 34 from Centre Court into the players box to 9) Kangaroos 32 be with his friends and family after win- 10) Hawthorn 32 ning the Wimbledon title. 11) Western Bulldogs 26 As the fourth Australian to hold aloft the 12) Fremantle 24 men’s single trophy in the open era, 13) Sydney 18 Hewitt is the least typical exponent of the 14) Richmond 16 grass-court game. He triumphed never- 15) St Kilda 14 theless, applying his relentless returns to 16) Carlton 8 great effect in defeating Argentina’s David Nalbandian 6-1 6-3 6-2. RUGBY UNION SOCCER ALL BLACKS DREW FIRST BLOOD! WRIGHT TAKES OVER STH MELBOURNE New Zealand superboot Andrew Mehrtens steered his side to a hard-fought 12-6 win NSL club South Melbourne have appoint- over Australia in their Tri-Nations series ed former player Danny Wright as their opener at Jade Stadium. With light rain new coach, but will almost certainly be Lleyton Hewitt falling throughout most of the game, nei- without star player Con Boutsianis next ther side managed to get across the tryline season. Raiders vs Knights 30-24 12) Tigers 14 with Mehrtens slotting four penalty goals Cowboys vs Eagles 12-28 13) Rabbits 12 from four attempts to set up the win. Storm vs Roosters 48-10 14) Panthers 10 OLYMPIC RESIGNS Warriors Bye 15) Cowboys 10 BASKETBALL KEY PLAYERS LADDER AFL: ROUND 15 TITANS LIKELY Olympic Sharks championship defence took momentum this month, with the re- 1) Bulldogs 33 RESULTS TO SURVIVE! signings of Troy Halpin, Paul Kohler and 2) Broncos 29 George Souris for a further two years. 3) Knights 28 W.Coast 13. 12. (90) - Essendon 8. 15. (63) The Victoria Titans look certain to be 4) Warriors 28 Carlton 14. 11. (95) - Melb. 21. 13. (139) saved from the NBL scrapheap. Two NRL: ROUND 18 5) Roosters 23 Sydney 13. 14. (92) - P.Adelaide 14. 10. (94) potential buyers have emerged for the 6) Eels 20 Adelaide 15. 9. (99) - St Kilda 12. 9. (81) financially troubled NBL club, which went RESULTS 7) Sharks 20 Richmond 7. 13. (55) - B.Lions 18. 10. (118) into voluntary administration three weeks 8) Eagles 18 Collingw. 15. 9. (99) - Geelong 19. 13. (127 ago. Administrator Matt Muldoon said Bulldogs vs Saints 28-26 9) Storm 17 Kangaroos 12. 11. (83) - Frem. 12. 10. (82) talks would continue over the weekend Tigers vs Rabbits 24-38 10) Dragons 15 Hawth.17. 14. (116) - W. Bulld. 14. 9. (93) with the interested parties and a preferred Eels vs Sharks 24-25 11) Raiders 15 bidder is likely to be announced this week.

NRL AUSTRALIA SMASH RECORD! AUSTRALIA were exhilarat- nant in his time at the helm of the thinking. ing, Great Britain embar- Kangaroos. But Australia raced to a 34-0 lead by “It certainly doesn’t help,” he said. “We rassing. And that’s being “I was a little bit (surprised),” Anderson halftime and from there it was a cake- have to build Great Britain rugby league said. “I thought it would be a little bit walk, with the longest run by a Brit and that game doesn’t help. “Do I think kind to the tourists. closer, but a team of this quality can saved for a streaker midway through the that scoreline is a reflection of the (gap The rampant Kangaroos blow you away.” The quality of the try- second half. A host of records tumbled in between) the two countries - no. produced a record-breaking scoring was tremendous. “I thought it the second half, including: “When your petrol tank is on empty, you romp at Aussie Stadium was a quality game to watch and I don’t * Australia’s biggest winning margin can be the best player in the world and with a 64-10 win on a dark think you can knock it at all. “It’s tough against Great Britain, surpassing the miss tackles. We were running on empty to come out for a week and perform to 50-12 win at Swinton in 1963 - Andrew for a lot of that game.” The only down night for Anglo-Australian your best with the quality of this side. Johns’ 10 goals equalled the record of side for the Kangaroos was the sight of rugby league. “They just have to keep playing football Australian centre Mick Cronin in 1979. five-eighth Trent Barrett being carried and learn that 50 years ago it was the * The Kangaroos scored their most off on a medicab with seven minutes The hosts raced in 11 tries and left the other way around.” At one stage in the points against Great Britain in a Test remaining after collecting a knee in the international game sporting a black eye second half the Australians crossed four match; and - It was Great Britain’s head while attempting a tackle on before more than 31,000 spectators. times in the space of seven minutes biggest loss in Test football. Britain centre Martin Gleeson. They also sounded the death knell for through Danny Buderus, Lote Tuqiri, one-off Test matches between the two Timana Tahu and Darren Lockyer. “We got beaten by a team that puts you Barrett complained of pins and needles countries as the gulf between the old away. We have to cop it on the chin,” and numbness in his lower back and was enemies looked wider than ever. The first three were spell-binding; the Great Britain captain Andy Farrell said. taken to hospital tonight to undergo pre- fourth a soft try in which Lockyer had “There’s no excuses for that. It was cautionary scans on his neck. And where The tourists only arrived in Sydney on time to juggle the ball before racing 20 embarrassing. I was sinking with every does it leave the one-off Test matches? Saturday after a 21-hour flight from metres to score under the posts without try. “We just have to learn from that. We “If you do it you have to give both sides England, but that was no excuse for a hand being laid on him. By that time have to be hungrier.” It remains to be a decent preparation,” Anderson said. their miserable display. Australia, on the the tourists had well and truly unrav- seen what effect tonight’s game will “Both play on a level playing field it will other hand, scored a handful of breath- elled after an encouraging start in which have on international rugby league, but be a great opportunity.” taking tries in a performance coach they managed to stay in touch with the Great Britain coach David Waite That prompted Johns to reply: “We Chris Anderson branded the most domi- Kangaroos for 17 minutes. summed up what everyone else was might have to play in Bali.” JULY 2002 Greek Australian VEMA TO BHMA 31/63 brazil SPORTS champions The Greek Australian VEMA of the world PAGE 29/61 FARINA DESTROYS AUSTRALIA AGAIN!

The Socceroos fail to qualify for the 2003 Confederation Cup BY PHILLIP FOURLAS

Frank Farina and his supposed Socceroos team sent Australia Soccer to the wilderness, after failing to qualify for the 2003 Confederations Cup and securing 1.8 million dollars that Soccer Australia required to save soccer in this country.

Frank Farina’s poor judgment in his players and his negative attitude towards the final which seen no less then seven of the eleven players who started the game been defenders, lead to the unthinkable of been eliminated.

In any other country the coach would have been replaced after his failure to lead Australia to the World Cup, but after such a national disaster, you would hope Farina has the common courtesy of stepping down from National Coach after showing he took a job that was way past his qualifications.

The All Whites claimed the qualifying spot at next year’s lucrative Confederations Cup tournament in France with the 79th minute goal to Ryan Nelsen. The defender was on the spot to crack home a cor- ner from Simon Elliott and sink the Socceroos.

Australia had looked like a different side from the one that needed extra time to defeat Tahiti 2-1 in the semi-final but couldn’t get the goal that mat- tered despite dominating for long periods.

The Socceroos, with a squad based almost entirely of NSL players, faded badly in the second half with the well prepared All Whites coming home strong- ly. Australia had the run of play in a first half short on genuine chances and high on Socceroo breaks from the midfield.

While New Zealand struggled to break out of its own half in the opening 45 minutes, the Australians looked sharp - only to blow their one big chance. Scott Chipperfield broke free in the ninth minute, laying off a nice ball for Damian Mori, only for Joel Porter to slot the ball within reaching distance of All Whites keeper Jason Batty.

There were several other chances for the visitors in both halves but the Socceroos clearly lacked the class to take advantage of their glut of possession. Where does soccer go from here? No one knows, not even the people who run the game could answer that question, and that’s the saddest part.