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Cretan Times Issue 18
Cretans Unite in Sydney for a Landmark 44th National Convention
44th Annual Convention of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand The 44th Annual Convention of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand, proudly hosted by the Cretan Association of Sydney and New South Wales, brought together Cretans from across...
45 Years of Cretan Culture & Unity
On Saturday 21st of June 2025, the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand marked a major milestone: 45 years of unity, culture, and community connection. The official celebration was held in Canberra, as part of the Cretans in Canberra weekend, bringing...
Battle of Crete 2025
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Celebrating 45 years of the Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand
This year marks a momentous occasion — the Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand celebrates its 45th Anniversary, and the Cretan Association of Canberra and Districts celebrates 40 years. Join us for a special weekend in Canberra as we honour our past,...
Battle of Crete Commemorations 2025- National Program
The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand proudly announces the national program of events commemorating the 84th Anniversary of the Battle of Crete and the Greek Campaign. These commemorations will be held throughout May and June 2025 across Australia and...
Vale Arthur Leggett OAM: A Tribute to a Hero of the Battle of Crete
The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand wishes to formally acknowledge the passing of Mr. Arthur Leggett OAM, a distinguished Australian veteran of the Second World War and one of the last surviving servicemen who fought in the Battle of Crete. Born...
Darwin Welcomes Cretan Community: 43rd National Convention a Triumph
Darwin, Australia – The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand (CFANZ) successfully held its 43rd National Convention in Darwin from January 2-5, 2025. This highly anticipated four-day event drew hundreds of attendees of Greek and Cretan heritage from across...
The 2024 CFANZ Youth Trip – Crete
Author- Sophia Komarkowski, Secretary of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand The 2024 Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand Youth Trip to Greece was a life-changing cultural immersion experience. Nineteen enthusiastic youth...
The 2024 CFANZ Youth Trip – Athens
Author- Sophia Komarkowski, Secretary of the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand The 2024 Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand Youth Trip to Greece was a life-changing cultural immersion experience. Nineteen enthusiastic youth...
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Battle of Crete commemorative events across Australia
Cretan Associations across Australia bring communities together in Battle of Crete commemorative events Across Australia this year, the 83rd anniversary of the Battle of Crete was commemorated with a number of wreath laying ceremonies, memorial services, a memorial...
Members of Hellenic Defence Force visit Australia for 83rd Battle of Crete events
The Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand was honoured to have the presence of high-ranking personnel from the Hellenic National Defence Force in Australia for this year’s events to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the Battle of Crete. Once again, the...
Battle of Crete 2024
Cretan Times Issue 11
World Council of Cretans – Periodical
2024 Convention in Brisbane
New Documentary Venizelos: The Struggle for Asia Minor
2023 Greek Film Festival – Palace Cinemas - Australia The National Centre for Research Eleftherios Venizelos – Australian Branch in conjunction with the Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand are proud to host the award winning Documentary on Eleftherios...
New Documentary “The Art of the Lute in Crete”
2023 Greek Film Festival of Australia – Palace Cinemas The Cretan Federation of Australia & New Zealand in conjunction with the Thyrathen Museum is proud to present the newly acclaimed documentary titled “ The Art of the Lute in Crete “ The film is been presented...













