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Welcome To GOCSA 

The official website of the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia.

Here you can get to know a lot more about our organisation, the programs and services we offer and get a closer look at what we do.

Throughout the year, the Greek Orthodox Community of SA (GOCSA) organises a number of religious and non-religious events, suited for everyone, regardless of age.

In this website you can also find detailed information about upcoming events, festivals and more.

So you can be up to date with the variety of activities the Community has on offer.

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GREEK SCHOOL

Each new school year brings joy, excitement and anticipation for the many great opportunities for adults and children to experience while embracing the Greek language and culture.

GREEK DANCING

The Greek Orthodox Community of SA Dance Academy was formed in 1980 and enjoys the reputation of being one of the longest running and successful dance schools in South Australia.

MEMBERSHIP

Become a member of the Greek Orthodox Community of SA. With many events, community gatherings and more each year, there is never a better time to become a member.

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Πληροφορίες στα ελληνικά σχετικά με τον πρόσφατο κίνδυνο πλημμύρας στην περιοχή του Ρίβερλαντ. Ενημερωθείτε και προστατέψετε τον εαυτό σας και την περιουσία σας. Πηγή: Πολιτειακή Υπηρεσία Έκτακτης Ανάγκης Νότιας Αυστραλίας ... See MoreSee Less
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ANNOUNCEMENT: The Greek Orthodox Community of SA is looking for teachers to teach at its afternoon Greek SchoolS. For more information contact the Schools Coordinator, Himo Tsakalos at 8231 4307.Ελληνική Ορθόδοξη Κοινότητα Νοτίου Αυστραλίας αναζητά εκπαιδευτικό προσωπικό για τα Ελληνικά απογευματινά σχολεία της. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες τηλεφωνήστε την Συντονίστρια Εκπαίδευσης στο 8231 4307. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our History:

Historical Overview:

In the late 1920s two Greek organisations were formed in Adelaide, the Castellorizian Brotherhood and the Apollon Society. There was, however, no large body that could represent the needs of all Greeks, liaise with government departments and establish a church in Adelaide. So a meeting was held at the Panhellenion Club, 122 Hindley Street, on October 5, 1930, at which the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia was founded. Within a year Adelaide’s first Greek school was established. In the early 1930s the community had just over 100 members. It was both a religious and cultural body.

Greek South Australians could not afford to build a church straight away. From 1930 Archimandrite Germanos Eliou held Greek Orthodox services at the hall of Holy Trinity Church near the Morphett Street Bridge. After much fundraising and hard work the Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabrielle was inaugurated in 1937. Metropolitan Timotheos Evangelinidis acted as priest and intermediary between the church and the community.

During the Second World War the Greek Orthodox Community continued to thrive. It participated in fundraising to assist the Allied forces in their fight against fascism. The community’s membership increased from 100 in 1940 to 275 in 1944. In 1944 the Hellenic Youth Club was established. After the war the Greek Ex-Serviceman’s Association and the Panhellenic Society were formed.

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In 1975 the Dunstan government recognised the need for a liaison between the Premier’s Department and South Australian cultural groups. In that year the premier appointed two officers to be responsible for the affairs of the Italian and Greek communities. Ms Eva Koussidis was appointed as the state’s Greek Inquiry Officer. Ms Koussidis advised the government on matters relating to Greek affairs and provided the Greek community with direct access to state government.

In the mid 1970s the first official lesson in the Modern Greek language was held in a South Australian high school. By the early 1980s it had been adopted at all levels of the South Australian education system. During these years a number of homes were established for elderly Greek South Australians, and Greek welfare service organisations became widespread. At the same time Greek cultural days and celebrations were established in South Australia. They include the Glendi Festival, the Dimitria Festival, the Festival of the Epiphany and numerous other smaller celebrations.

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Our Sponsors:

As a not-for–profit organisation the many events and services provided by the GOC of SA would not be possible without the kind support we receive from our Local, State and Federal governments and in addition, we thank and are grateful to our many wonderful sponsors. We thank each one of them dearly.

Government of South Australia
Radio Ena
Guardian Insurance Group
https://greekherald.com.au/
SDC Vertical
Doriforos
St. Bernards
AIT
Greek Woman
Peter Elberg
Greek FB Logo
TMK
Mamas Greek Delights
radio
delpi bank
bank of sydney
Bank South Australia

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262 Franklin St, Adelaide, SA 5000
(08) 8231 4307

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