Aims

The aims and objectives of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand:

To successfully program and execute the commemorative anniversary activities of the Battle of Crete on an Annual Basis.

To invite Musical – Dance Company’s for the entertainment of the members of the Federation.

The co-ordination of all Cretan Organisations in the Oceania region.

The promotion and enhancement of the Cretan culture, values, ideals, traditions, language and our Orthodox religion.

The consideration and development of the problems and issues relating to the Cretan people of Australia & New Zealand.

The collaboration and further co-operation of the Federation with the Greek, Australian and New Zealand Governments, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, the Holy Metropolis of New Zealand, as well as all the Australian War Veteran Associations.

The Co-operation with other Cretan Unions & Federations worldwide and the participation on the World Council of Cretans as a founding member from 1983.