December Newsletter

Nominate a High Achiever

We invite you to nominate a high-performing student (of Greek heritage) for recognition at the Greek Community of Melbourne’s VCE High Achievers Night. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the dedication and discipline our students show throughout the year.

Eligibility:
RAW study score 46+ in any VCE subject
RAW study score 40+ in Modern Greek
Exceptional study score in Ancient Greek

Nominations close Tuesday 16 December. Once submitted, students will be contacted directly with event details. 

Outstanding VCE Achievements by GCM Students

We’re celebrating another year of exceptional results from the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) Schools in the VCE Greek examinations.

Over half of our students scored 35/50 or higher, with 21% achieving scores of 40/50 and above — and 81% scoring 30 or more. These results reflect dedication, resilience, and the strong support of our teachers and community.

Congratulations to all our students on their impressive accomplishments!

Registrations Open: Women’s & Youth Greek Community Cup

We're excited to open registrations for two major tournaments in our 2026 Greek Community Cup series. These events bring together clubs, families and supporters from across our community to celebrate skill, teamwork and shared passion for the game.

Youth Cup: 16–18 January at Kingston Heath Reserve (Bentleigh Greens)
Women’s Cup: 30 January–15 February at Northcote City FC

Register a team to join the tournament. 

2026 School Enrolments Now Open

Enrolments are now open for the Greek Community of Melbourne’s education programs for children and young people in 2026. Our courses support students at all stages of their Greek language and cultural learning, from early years through to secondary level, with both in-person and online options available.

Adult class enrolments will open shortly.

Apply to be part of Antipodes Festival

28 Feb + 1 March 2026

Antipodes Festival takes over Lonsdale Street on 28 February and 1 March 2026. Planning is well underway for the 38th Antipodes Festival, and applications are closing soon for stallholders, performers, volunteers, Zorba 'Til You Drop, MCs and crew. Get involved and be part of Antipodes Festival 2026.

Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift?

Find one in our bookstore!

The Greek Community Bookstore has you covered this festive season. From literature and language resources to cookbooks and gifts for children, you will find something special for every age.

Free standard shipping Australia-wide or free pickup from our office in the Melbourne CBD.

Bentleigh Greens Crowned 2025 Greek Community Cup Champions

The 2025 Greek Community Cup Final delivered a dramatic conclusion, with Bentleigh Greens and Box Hill United locked at 3–3 after regulation time. Bentleigh Greens went on to secure a 3–2 win in the penalty shootout, lifting the Cup for the first time and closing out an exciting tournament filled with passion, skill and community spirit.

As we look ahead to 2026, registrations are now open for the next Greek Community Cup tournaments.

Register a team for the 2026 Women’s and Youth Greek Community Cup.

Melbourne Students Honour Mikis Theodorakis and Manos Hadjidakis

More than 500 students from the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools came together for a special cultural performance celebrating the centenary of Mikis Theodorakis and Manos Hadjidakis. Through music, dance and theatrical scenes, students showcased their learning while honouring the enduring legacy of two of Greece’s most influential composers.