In 2006 there was estimated to be about 2,586 Greeks in New Zealand comprised of original immigrants plus first, second, third and fourth generations born here. Most of them live in Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand with scattered groups spread throughout the rest of the country such as Auckland, Christchurch, Napier, Whanganui and Palmerston North.
Initial immigation was from many different parts of Greece both, from the mainland and the islands, such as Crete and Mytiline. Many Greek Cypriots also established themselves here. The majority of Greeks arrived during the 1950s and 1960s, but a strong basis had been established by the earlier arrivals in the first part of the 20th century....
Wednesday, Jan 27, 2021
Greek Food Festival cancelled.
The Management Committee of the Greek Orthodox Community of Wellington, after much consideration, had to make the difficult decision to cancel this year’s food festival (Paniyiri).
Please read below for further information relating to the above.
Read More »Wednesday, Jan 20, 2021
The G.O.C has taken initiatives this year to rejuvenate the School, modernise its Curriculum and assign to dedicated and passionate individuals to become our new School Teachers. Below is a summary of the actions taken to form the structure of the Greek School for the school year 2021.
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Sunday, Oct 11, 2020
New Management Committee elected See under NZ Greek History
Read More »Monday, Mar 01, 2021
Two open days will be arranged, for the students and parents to meet the new Teachers and enrol in the Greek School. The first Open day will be on Monday 1st February 2021 at 17:30 and the second Open day will be on Monday 1st March 2021 at 16:00, when the Blessing of the School will also take place. You are all... ... Read More »