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Australian High Commission, Cyprus

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H.E. Ms Fiona McKergow is the Australian High Commissioner to Cyprus.

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linkhttps://cyprus.embassy.gov.au/ calendar_today22-09-2014 09:36:50

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Australians still in Lebanon are advised to leave while commercial flights are available. In case of emergency, air travel will be severely affected.

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The Australian High Commission to Cyprus is thrilled to be part of #WearItPurpleDay! Celebrating diversity and standing with LGBTIQA+ youth, this powerful movement started by Australian students in 2010 has become a global beacon of pride and support. 🌈 🇦🇺

The Australian High Commission to Cyprus is thrilled to be part of #WearItPurpleDay! Celebrating diversity and standing with LGBTIQA+ youth, this powerful movement started by Australian students in 2010 has become a global beacon of pride and support. 🌈 🇦🇺
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Grateful for the opportunity to thank my Cypriot counterpart, Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos for supporting the evacuation of Australians from regional crises. We discussed our deep concern about the current escalation in the Middle East.

Grateful for the opportunity to thank my Cypriot counterpart, Foreign Minister <a href="/ckombos/">Constantinos Kombos</a> for supporting the evacuation of Australians from regional crises. 

We discussed our deep concern about the current escalation in the Middle East.
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🇦🇺✈️🇨🇾 Four flights have safely brought Australian citizens & their families from Lebanon to Cyprus, on Australian Gov't assisted flights. A big thank you to the Cypriot Government, Cyprus MFA, National Guard Cyprus,Cyprus Civil Defence and Cyprus Red Cross for their support in this operation. @DFAT

🇦🇺✈️🇨🇾 Four flights have safely brought Australian citizens &amp; their families from Lebanon to Cyprus, on Australian Gov't assisted flights. A big thank you to the Cypriot Government, <a href="/CyprusMFA/">Cyprus MFA</a>, <a href="/CyprusGuard/">National Guard Cyprus</a>,<a href="/MccCivil/">Cyprus Civil Defence</a> and Cyprus Red Cross for their support in this operation. @DFAT
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The first flight with 349 Australians from Lebanon via Cyprus has landed in Sydney. We are relieved and thankful for their safe return. 2 more flights arrived in Cyprus today from Beirut, total flights of 6. Three flights left today for Australia. Cyprus MFA

The first flight with 349 Australians from Lebanon via Cyprus has landed in Sydney. We are relieved and thankful for their safe return. 2 more flights arrived in Cyprus today from Beirut, total flights of 6. Three flights left today for Australia. <a href="/CyprusMFA/">Cyprus MFA</a>
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Another bustling day at Larnaca Airport! Quick selfie with the Australian delegation at arrivals & HC Fiona McKergow (right) after the first arrival from Beirut. 2 more flights from Beirut to Cyprus (8 in total), with another heading to Australia today.Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 Cyprus MFA

Another bustling day at Larnaca Airport!  Quick selfie with the Australian delegation at arrivals &amp; HC Fiona McKergow (right) after the first arrival from Beirut.
2 more flights from Beirut to Cyprus (8 in total), with another heading to Australia today.<a href="/DFAT/">Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺</a> <a href="/CyprusMFA/">Cyprus MFA</a>
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More than 2100 people on 8 flights – that’s how many Australians and their family members were brought home by Qatar Airways on assisted departure flights from Cyprus. Sincere thanks to all staff and crew, and the hard-working teams in Larnaca. 🇦🇺🇶🇦 Senator Penny Wong Australian High Commission, Cyprus

More than 2100 people on 8 flights – that’s how many Australians and their family members were brought home by <a href="/qatarairways/">Qatar Airways</a> on assisted departure flights from Cyprus. Sincere thanks to all staff and crew, and the hard-working teams in Larnaca. 🇦🇺🇶🇦
<a href="/SenatorWong/">Senator Penny Wong</a> <a href="/AusHCCyprus/">Australian High Commission, Cyprus</a>
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Proud to have presented "AUDREY NAPANANGKA" at #AEIFilmFestival! A full house witnessed the compelling journey of Audrey Napanangka and her efforts to preserve culture against all odds.Huge thanks to attendees & @AEIFestival for the platform. #AustralianStories #IndigenousCulture

Proud to have presented "AUDREY NAPANANGKA" at #AEIFilmFestival! A full house witnessed the compelling journey of Audrey Napanangka and her efforts to preserve culture against all odds.Huge thanks to attendees &amp; @AEIFestival for the platform. #AustralianStories #IndigenousCulture
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Huge congrats to Australian 🇦🇺 filmmaker Penelope McDonald for winning Best Director for "Audrey Napanangka" at the 7thAEI Film Festival in Cyprus! H.E. Fiona McKergow accepted the award for her, from Deputy Minister for Culture, Professor Vasiliki Kassianidou. Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού- Deputy Ministry of Culture

Huge congrats to Australian 🇦🇺 filmmaker Penelope McDonald for winning Best Director for "Audrey Napanangka" at the 7thAEI Film Festival in Cyprus! 

H.E. Fiona McKergow accepted the award for her, from Deputy Minister for Culture, Professor Vasiliki Kassianidou. <a href="/DepMinCultureCy/">Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού- Deputy Ministry of Culture</a>
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On #RemembranceSunday, we gathered at Wayne's Keep Cemetery in Nicosia, within the UN Buffer Zone, to honour the memory of those who served. High Commissioner H.E. Fiona McKergow was present at this solemn occasion. #LestWeForget those who sacrificed for peace.

On #RemembranceSunday, we gathered at Wayne's Keep Cemetery in Nicosia, within the UN Buffer Zone, to honour the memory of those who served. High Commissioner H.E. Fiona McKergow was present at this solemn occasion. #LestWeForget those who sacrificed for peace.
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Delighted to host "Spirit of Australia" gratitude reception celebrating the outstanding support from Cyprus to safely bring Australian citizens & their families from Lebanon, on Australian-Government assisted flights in October @DFAT Senator Penny Wong Cyprus MFA National Guard Cyprus Cyprus Civil Defence

Delighted to host "Spirit of Australia" gratitude reception celebrating the outstanding support from Cyprus to safely bring Australian citizens &amp; their families from Lebanon, on Australian-Government assisted flights in October
@DFAT <a href="/SenatorWong/">Senator Penny Wong</a> <a href="/CyprusMFA/">Cyprus MFA</a> <a href="/CyprusGuard/">National Guard Cyprus</a> <a href="/MccCivil/">Cyprus Civil Defence</a>
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HAPPY NEW YEAR CYPRUS! 🎉 Sydney's New Year celebrations were spectacular, with a stunning soundtrack by Luna Pan and 9 tonnes of fireworks from the Harbour Bridge, Opera House & more. Here's to health, happiness & peace in 2025! Watch the full display: youtu.be/8Ff5rpgoWWM?si…

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Farewell to Deputy High Commissioner Michelle Anderson & puplomat Pidge as they head back to Australia. Thank you for 4 amazing years in Cyprus! 💛 Welcome to Lang Robson, our new Deputy High Commissioner – excited for this next chapter! 🇦🇺

Farewell to Deputy High Commissioner Michelle Anderson &amp; puplomat Pidge as they head back to Australia. Thank you for 4 amazing years in Cyprus! 💛 Welcome to Lang Robson, our new Deputy High Commissioner – excited for this next chapter! 🇦🇺
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On #AustraliaDay, we celebrate 65,000 years of history and the richness of First Nations culture, recognising our past while embracing our vibrant, multicultural present and future.

On #AustraliaDay, we celebrate 65,000 years of history and the richness of First Nations culture, recognising our past while embracing our vibrant, multicultural present and future.
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Excited to receive "Nick Thyssen" by our friend Prof. Tamis! This book traces Thyssen's journey from orange juice to success in Victoria. Thanks to Stelios Angelodemou for bringing it from Melbourne! 😊

Excited to receive "Nick Thyssen" by our friend Prof. Tamis! This book traces Thyssen's journey from orange juice to success in Victoria. Thanks to Stelios Angelodemou for bringing it from Melbourne! 😊
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Are you a young female Cypriot university student? Seize the chance to be an Ambassador in Cyprus for a Day—work with a female ambassador, celebrate International Women’s Day, and kickstart your international career. Apply by 27 Feb 2025 at [email protected]. #IWD2025

Are you a young female Cypriot university student? Seize the chance to be an Ambassador in Cyprus for a Day—work with a female ambassador, celebrate International Women’s Day, and kickstart your international career. Apply by 27 Feb 2025 at events.hueemb.nic@mfa.gov.hu. #IWD2025
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Yesterday we co-chaired the Annual pre-IDAHOBIT+ Meeting of #DiplomatsForEquality at the Ambassador of Sweden to Cyprus Residence in Nicosia. With 20 missions, UNHCR Cyprus, UN, and 6 #LGBTQI+ organisations, we advocate for human rights & equality. Join us for Pride events on May 17 & May 31!

Yesterday we co-chaired the Annual pre-IDAHOBIT+ Meeting of #DiplomatsForEquality at the <a href="/SweAmbassadorCY/">Ambassador of Sweden to Cyprus</a> Residence in Nicosia. With 20 missions, <a href="/UNHCRCyprus/">UNHCR Cyprus</a>, UN, and 6 #LGBTQI+ organisations, we advocate for human rights &amp; equality. Join us for Pride events on May 17 &amp; May 31!
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Today we mark the International Day of UN Peacekeepers and pay tribute to those who serve—past and present—in peacekeeping missions around the world. Australia continues to provide peacekeepers to missions across the globe and has done for more than 75 years.

Today we mark the International Day of UN Peacekeepers and pay tribute to those who serve—past and present—in peacekeeping missions around the world.

Australia continues to provide peacekeepers to missions across the globe and has done for more than 75 years.