Hellenic Studies

Announcing our New Patron

connie — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 13:57:39 +0000

The Foundation for Hellenic Studies proudly announces that His Honour Chief Justice Chris Kourakis of the Supreme Court of South Australia has agreed to become the Foundation’s Patron.

It’s particularly significant that confirmation was received on Greek Independence Day – a day that commemorates the war fought between 1821 and 1832 to secure Greece’s independence, its culture and identity for generations to come.

With Chief Justice Kourakis at its helm, the Foundation for Hellenic Studies is developing an exciting calendar of events to continue celebrating and sharing the gems of Hellenic culture with all Australians through events, experiences and educational opportunities.

Greeks do it better

connie — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 03:05:58 +0000

Almost 250 guests crowded the Adelaide Pavilion on Thursday 7th November for the South Australian Book Launch of “Call me Emilios” by Justice Emilios Kyrou of the Supreme Court of Victoria followed by the Great Debate: Greeks do it Better. MC George Kapiniaris introduced Greg Crafter AO, Chair of the Foundation for Hellenic Studies; the Ambassador for Greece Haris Dafaranos; and Michael Abbott AO QC as Moderator for the Debate before taking his place as third speaker for the Negative team. His colleagues Hon Amanda Vanstone (Captain) and Hon Tom Koutsantonis staged a brave battle against the Affirmative team led by the Hon Marie Vamvakinou, Hon Nick Xenophon and Costas (“The Gardener”) Georgiadis, but the Foundation’s own Supreme Court comprising Chief Justice Chris Kourakis of the Supreme Court of South Australia, Justice Emilios Kyrou of the Supreme Court of Victoria and the audience, declared the Affirmative Team the winners of the Debate.

A copy of the Ambassador’s speech can be found here: Greeks do it better by Amb Haris Dafaranos.

Our thanks to all our sponsors, including Maras Group, Guardian Insurance Brokers and Patsouris & Associates, Argon Design, Adelaide Pavilion, icoNick Imaging, Detmold Group, Odyssey, Omega Foods, Penfolds, Osmond Electronics, Corporate Matters, Sims Richmond Chartered Accountants, Jacqueline O Photography, Adelaide Flower House and Reserve Hotels Group.

Photos will be added here in the coming week so be sure to return for another perspective of the evening. In the meantime, please join our mailing list so that you receive early notification of our next event.

SOLD OUT: The Great Debate

argonadmin — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 02:54:20 +0000

Tickets to the Great Debate have sold out! What now, you ask?

1. You can join us for the South Australian Book Launch of “Call Me Emilios”, by Justice Emilios Kyrou, from 6pm until 7pm at the Adelaide Pavilion on 7th November. It’s a free event and everyone is welcome.

2. Email info@hellenicstudies.com.au and request to be added to the waiting list in the event that we receive any last minute cancellations.

3. Join our mailing list to receive preliminary notice of future events so you need never miss out on a Hellenic Foundation event again like The Great Debate or this one held back in June.

4. Stay tuned to this website or our facebook page to find out when you might be able to catch a replay of The Great Debate. Now would be a good time to “like us” on facebook…

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At 6.00pm on Thursday 7 November at the Adelaide Pavilion, His Honour the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of South Australia Chris Kourakis will launch in South Australia the acclaimed autobiography of Justice Emilios Kyrou, “Call Me Emilios”*.

“Call Me Emilios” is Justice Kyrou’s highly personal exploration of identity, and the determination that transformed him from a vulnerable new migrant to a successful lawyer and ultimately a Supreme Court Justice. The launch of this highly acclaimed autobiographical account should not be missed.

Following the book launch, join us for The Great Debate at 7.00pm. Witness George Kapiniaris, Hon Nick Xenophon, Hon Tom Koutsantonis, Hon Amanda Vanstone, Michael Abbott AO QC & Chief Justice Chris Kourakis of the Supreme Court SA battle it out to determine whether Greeks do it Better.

Event details:
Thursday 7th November, 2013 at the Adelaide Pavilion, South Terrace, Adelaide
from 6pm for the Launch of “Call Me Emilios” (free event) and 7.00pm for The Great Debate.

Download flier here: Greeks do it Better.

* Read reviews of Justice Kyrou’s autobiography Call Me Emilios here:

The Age (28.11.2012)
The Australian (6.7.2013
Neos Kosmos (24.11.2012)
Law Institute Journal (11.2012)
Australian Jewish News (29.3.2013)
Victorian Bar News (12.2012)

Book Now

Single Seat – $155*

Table (10 seats) – $1,550*

*tax deductibility available

Event News

argonadmin — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 06:30:19 +0000

The Foundation for Hellenic Studies held its first event for 2013 on June the 6th at the Adelaide offices of the Maras Group. The event was MCed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of South Australia Chris Kourakis, the Foundation welcomed guests to share its vision for the greater promotion and celebration of Hellenic culture in Australia and heard from the Honorable Chris Kourakis about some of his Greek life experiences.

Please contact the Foundation if you have an upcoming Hellenic-centric event for promotion to our supporters.