Going to kythera. submitted by Denise Calligeros (joarden4@dodo.com.au) 01.06.2006 hi fellow kytherians. we are leaving for kythera on the 14th of July, for about 3 weeks (God willing). the reason for this message, is to offer to accompany any one who cant travel alone. either a child, or elderly person etc. we are genuine, and obviously will provide character references. waiting to hear. bye. Family submitted by Marea Brook (marea@setaqld.com.au) 19.05.2006 Hi I am wondering about relations in Kythera. My grandfather was George Samios and he had a sister Irene. He was born around 1900-1905. He came to Australia with his uncle and eventually they brought Irene over. Irene lived most of the time in Cairns Queensland. George owned several shops over the years one in Rosewood, in Brisbane - Mt Gravatt, New Farm. Does this ring a bell with anyone? Searching.... submitted by Fred Elout (fredelout@wanadoo.nl) 10.05.2006 Hi, I am looking for a man from Kythira who I spoke very shortly in Italy on our skiing trip the last week of January 2006. He was with a group and the most people of that group came from Crete. Can anyone help me? Thanks Fred Elout greek club sydney circ 1946 submitted by Marie Hoare (mhoa3102@bigpond.net.au) 02.05.2006 I would like to know if anyone remembers first Greek Club in Sydney, possibly called Athena Club, before 1946, names of first club owners, possibly one man called George Stellios. When it started?, when it finished? anything of its history Reply - greek club sydney circ 1946 Submitted by Peter Makarthis 09.05.2006 The Athenian Club was situated on the first floor at 208 -210- Castlereagh Street Sydney 1922. The proprietors were Georgopoulos and Anthony Andrew Flaskas. Please contact for more details Peter M, Inverell Reply - greek club sydney circ 1946 Submitted by Marie Hoare (mhoa3102@bigpond.net.au) 11.05.2006 Thank you for replying. My grandfather George Stellios must have been a part owner of the club in about 1946, as it states on his mortgage his occupation as "club proprietor". I just wondered if it still existed, or what happened to the club as I am doing my family tree, it also stated on his mortgage he was naturalised etc, also where he was born. Serigo, Greece. I recently found and visited his grave, bought back many memories. Marie Looking for property on Kythera submitted by Rafi Lichtenstern 30.04.2006 looking for land between 4000 and 15000 sq meter in the north part of the island. Please contact rafilich@t-online.de Comino- Dooris - Rockhampton. submitted by Carole Price (nee Dooris) (nevcaz@dodo.com.au) 27.04.2006 My grandfather, John COMINO, came from Kythera to Rockhampton and married Mabel Esbenson in the early 1900's. Their son, John Leo, was my father and changed his surname to Dooris. I believe that may have been a derivative of the birthplace (Douranikas) of his father. Is there anyone who may be able to help me assist me with my family tree. A friend is leaving for Kythera this Saturday to try and locate some information for me. Looking forward to any information that you can supply. Regards - Carole. Kassimatis family submitted by Dean Trearchis (dktrearchis@comcast.net) 23.04.2006 Hi, looking for any info on the KASSIMATIS family of Kythera and later Australia. A relative of mine, a Theodosia PANARETOS, married a Ioannis "Jean" KASSIMATIS, and had children Fotini, Stavroula, Stamatia, and Europa. I know that Fotini, Stavroula, and Stamatia all went to Perth, Australia in 1921. I know that Europa married and died young in Kythera. Any info on them would be great. Peter Trearchis (age 15) Alfieris / Vamvakaris Connections submitted by Vikki Vrettos Fraioli (vikvf@mac.com) 15.04.2006 I have posted a family register of the descendants of Panayiots Giorgos Alfieris (b. ? d. ?) and his son Giorgos Panayiotis (1860-?). I'm trying to verify the descendants of Maria Alfieris (1887-1960) and Panayiotis Vamvakaris. Any help would be appreciated. CORONEOS Seeking info on father and grandparents submitted by Olga Coroneos (john@jhgreenwood.com) 23.03.2006 I am endeavoring to trace details of my father Angelo Coroneos/Corones/Koroneos born 1889 arrived in Aust. 1901 with father Peter Coroneos and 2 brothers. Following details are from the Kythera Family News if anyone can assist please contact Olga Coroneos at john@jhgreenwood.com Angelo Corones listed as showman age 26 1916 known as the first Kytherian movie mogul. Initially went to Moree NSW established cafe at Goondiwindi about 1906/07 with Peter as principal. Traded as Comino & Co believe was originally Angelo's cafe. 1913 established cafe at Mungindi appears listed in his name until 1930's. Angelo my dad was known as Corones/Coroneos/Crones, Believe he opened a cafe at Mathoura in the late 1930's under the name of A. CRONE. Angelo originally married a lady called Elsie M Naish in 1914 then in 1944 met my mother Patricia with whom he had 4 children Peter, Nick Olga and Michael. Believe my grandfather arrived as a widower. Please phone Olga on 02 47876506 Fax 02 47875390. I am going to Kythera in 2007 and would like to go to my g/fathers village. Grandfather Peter was also known as "Kambouris" clan. If you can help I would be very grateful. Kind Regards, Olga Greenwood (nee) Coroneos. Andronikos family submitted by Dean Trearchis (dktrearchis@comcast.net) 23.04.2006 Hi I am looking for anyone who knows anything about a Stelios Andronikos who went to Australia. He was the son of George Andronikos (d. 1937) and Fotini Souris. Any help would be most appreciated. Peter Trearchis (age 15) ACCOMMODATION IN AGIA PELAGIA submitted by Theo Koroneos (koroneos@iinet.net.au) 03.04.2006 Could anyone suggest a good hotel in Agia Pelagia for a 2 night visit in August this year. We have been told that the Romantica Hotel is very good. Thankyou Theo Koroneos Sydney Australia Locating grandfather's Birth Certificate submitted by Tania Cassimatis (taniacassimatis@hotmail.com) 10.04.2006 I'm hoping someone reading this message will be able to assist me. You see I'm trying to locate whom I would have to contact if I was to locate my Grandfather's birth certificate. Any phone numbers or email addresses would be of help. Emmanuel Antonis CASSIMATIS was born around 4/7/1899(not too sure on his birth date)on the Island of Kithera, in a small town of Frilinginika. His parents' names were Marie and Antonis CASSIMATIS. Hoping someone can help me with this and point me in the right direction. Thank you Tania Gengos/Tzentzou - Seeking information submitted by Wendy Frere (wfrere@wedge.net.au) 31.03.2006 Does anyone have any information on the Gengos/Tzentzou family from Agia Pelagia, before Bill (Vasilios) married Calliope Coroneo(s) and moved to Australia in around 1913? A group of their descendants are planning their first trip to Kythera in Sept, and would like to meet any relatives there. Any information about Calliope and her family would also be greatly appreciated. Reply - Gengos/Tzentzou - Seeking information Submitted by Peter Makarthis 03.04.2006 Research indicates the Tzentzos family were located at Potamos when Vasillios came to Australia. See Kythera Cultural Association > Photographic Archive x2 .._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _ GUEST BOOK ENTRIES 30.05.2006 maria lujan maggi samios - mar del plata argentina my granfather was born in kithira, i would like to contact someone with the surname "samios" to chat 18.04.2006 Theodore Fatseas - Sydney Australia Family village of origin: Fatsathika Wonderful site 14.04.2006 Maria Loupis - Sydney, Australia Family village of origin: Mitata My parents are Evangelos and Eleftheria Sklavos. We came to Australia when I was very young I don't remember much of Kythera but was fortunate to visit 3 years ago. It was a very emotional time for me and my family. My father is a priest in Mitata he is very well known. They are currently living there. My father was in the local newspaper when the earthquake happened, perhaps you saw his picture. It was of two priests discussing the damaged church. My brother is Steve sklavos and we hope to one day visit the island we grew up intogether and perhaps share happy and sad memories. 31.03.2006 Alexis Thanasoulas - Paris, France I discovered the island last summer with my fiance. We were literally stunned by the beauty of the rugged coast, the paradise coves, the fertile central grounds and above all, the kindness of Kytherians. We loved Kythera to the point of getting married there this summer, even though we have no family ties to the island (my Papous is from Andritsena, I was born in Athens, grew up in France and my fiance is French) I understand that economic growth is what islanders strive for (not the sole goal of course) but I am hoping that development can be made sustainable and humane, with green tourism (hiking in the canyons and in the countryside for example) and healthy lifestyle. The last thing I would like is blaring clubs and hordes of noisy tourists. In any case, I am spreading the word that this is a quiet island with many hidden and unknown gems and that needs respect. Let's not make the mistakes of some Cycladic islands or portions of the north coast of Crete. I love your website because I found the family spirit that defines the island. Also, your website helped us as we were looking for a quaint and beautiful vacation spot in the middle of August. So the answer is : yes, your site had an impact: a couple will get married there soon :-) Kind regards and keep up the good work. 30.03.2006 Eve Vaggis/Vanges - Dearborn, Michigan U.S.A. Family village of origin: Karavas I visited Kythera in January of 2006 with my two grandchildren, Nicole and Nick. We stayed at the 9 Muses Guest House in Agia Pelagia. We visited with friends and distant relatives in Potamos (my mother's home village), roamed about the fields and beaches during the 5 days we were there. I attended church in the village of Karavas and took part in communion. We visited with Mr. & Mrs. Emanuel Pavlakis in Potamos. Very nice people, distant relatives thru my grandmother. I intend to return within the next few years to study further this enchanting island. We experienced a 6.9 earthquake on January 8 while waiting for our lunch to be prepared. Luckily for us we were not hurt, however, if it had hit land rather than in the sea, I know we wouldn't have survived. I loved the quiet nature of the island, no hussle-bustle here. We experienced the priets throwing the cross into the water and the young boys diving in to search for it on St. Stephanos Day. We will return! 27.03.2006 Emilie Castrission - Canberra, Australia Family village of origin: Kastrisianika My Grandfather was Victor Castrission, I am visiting Kythera at the end of the year. 19.03.2006 Katherina Conomos (Megaloconomos) - Tweed Heads Australia Family village of origin: Kalamos I came across this site accidently and I think it is wonderful. My Fathers name is Emmanuel Megaloconomos. I know I have a lot of distant relys in Brisbane. So hi out there! 14.03.2006 Maria Mazarakis - Arnhem (The Netherlands) I am Maria Mazarakis (1968), the daughter of Nikos Mazarakis (Athens 1939) and Martha van den Berg. In 1963 Nikos moved to Holland. He is the son of Stavros Mazarakis and Maria Gripiotou who had four children (three girls and one boy). Nikos' grandfather (also called Nikos) once was the director of the central post office in Athens. I am married to Elze Meijering and have two children, Niek (2001)and Isa (2003) Meijering. 12.03.2006 Agapi Lianos - Sydney Australia Family village of origin: Lianianika Well done on this informative website, creating the opportunity for all Greek/Kytherians to connect and hold high and dear the pride of being Greek Kytherians and sharing our history, stories and questions. My Papou was Georgios Lianos married to Agapi Kominou/Comino part of his immigration story is published in: First section of Chapter XI Australians and Greeks 1 The Early Years Halstead Press Sydney 1992. There are many Lianos names in the phone book and the majority are not related to me. If there is anyone out there that knew any members of my family (Papou and Yaya had 11 children of which only two survive) please contact me I would Love to hear from you. I lived in the UK for 14 years and visited Kythera many times, I love it! Yasou! 11.03.2006 Angela Anderson - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA. Family village of origin: Barbakarathika My Dad is Jack Vamvakaris (dec). IOANIS P. BAMBAKARIS Came out from Kythera at about 16 years of age and died when he was 80 years old. Have ever heard of a Blue Bird Cafe? Well he owned one,from about 1920's to the 1970's in Innisfail, North Queensland. He did a lot for his Local Community and the Greek Church in Innisfail. 10.03.2006 Eleni Grady - Queensland, Australia Family village of origin: Viarathika My papou was born in Virathika and my Yiayia was born in Fratsia. Their names are Erene and Aleco. They had three daughters: Maria (my mum), Helen and Angela. They used to go to Kythera every summer and are going back this year.' /> Going to kythera. submitted by Denise Calligeros (joarden4@dodo.com.au) 01.06.2006 hi fellow kytherians. we are leaving for kythera on the 14th of July, for about 3 weeks (God willing). the reason for this message, is to offer to accompany any one who cant travel alone. either a child, or elderly person etc. we are genuine, and obviously will provide character references. waiting to hear. bye. Family submitted by Marea Brook (marea@setaqld.com.au) 19.05.2006 Hi I am wondering about relations in Kythera. My grandfather was George Samios and he had a sister Irene. He was born around 1900-1905. He came to Australia with his uncle and eventually they brought Irene over. Irene lived most of the time in Cairns Queensland. George owned several shops over the years one in Rosewood, in Brisbane - Mt Gravatt, New Farm. Does this ring a bell with anyone? Searching.... submitted by Fred Elout (fredelout@wanadoo.nl) 10.05.2006 Hi, I am looking for a man from Kythira who I spoke very shortly in Italy on our skiing trip the last week of January 2006. He was with a group and the most people of that group came from Crete. Can anyone help me? Thanks Fred Elout greek club sydney circ 1946 submitted by Marie Hoare (mhoa3102@bigpond.net.au) 02.05.2006 I would like to know if anyone remembers first Greek Club in Sydney, possibly called Athena Club, before 1946, names of first club owners, possibly one man called George Stellios. When it started?, when it finished? anything of its history Reply - greek club sydney circ 1946 Submitted by Peter Makarthis 09.05.2006 The Athenian Club was situated on the first floor at 208 -210- Castlereagh Street Sydney 1922. The proprietors were Georgopoulos and Anthony Andrew Flaskas. Please contact for more details Peter M, Inverell Reply - greek club sydney circ 1946 Submitted by Marie Hoare (mhoa3102@bigpond.net.au) 11.05.2006 Thank you for replying. My grandfather George Stellios must have been a part owner of the club in about 1946, as it states on his mortgage his occupation as "club proprietor". I just wondered if it still existed, or what happened to the club as I am doing my family tree, it also stated on his mortgage he was naturalised etc, also where he was born. Serigo, Greece. I recently found and visited his grave, bought back many memories. Marie Looking for property on Kythera submitted by Rafi Lichtenstern 30.04.2006 looking for land between 4000 and 15000 sq meter in the north part of the island. Please contact rafilich@t-online.de Comino- Dooris - Rockhampton. submitted by Carole Price (nee Dooris) (nevcaz@dodo.com.au) 27.04.2006 My grandfather, John COMINO, came from Kythera to Rockhampton and married Mabel Esbenson in the early 1900's. Their son, John Leo, was my father and changed his surname to Dooris. I believe that may have been a derivative of the birthplace (Douranikas) of his father. Is there anyone who may be able to help me assist me with my family tree. A friend is leaving for Kythera this Saturday to try and locate some information for me. Looking forward to any information that you can supply. Regards - Carole. Kassimatis family submitted by Dean Trearchis (dktrearchis@comcast.net) 23.04.2006 Hi, looking for any info on the KASSIMATIS family of Kythera and later Australia. A relative of mine, a Theodosia PANARETOS, married a Ioannis "Jean" KASSIMATIS, and had children Fotini, Stavroula, Stamatia, and Europa. I know that Fotini, Stavroula, and Stamatia all went to Perth, Australia in 1921. I know that Europa married and died young in Kythera. Any info on them would be great. Peter Trearchis (age 15) Alfieris / Vamvakaris Connections submitted by Vikki Vrettos Fraioli (vikvf@mac.com) 15.04.2006 I have posted a family register of the descendants of Panayiots Giorgos Alfieris (b. ? d. ?) and his son Giorgos Panayiotis (1860-?). I'm trying to verify the descendants of Maria Alfieris (1887-1960) and Panayiotis Vamvakaris. Any help would be appreciated. CORONEOS Seeking info on father and grandparents submitted by Olga Coroneos (john@jhgreenwood.com) 23.03.2006 I am endeavoring to trace details of my father Angelo Coroneos/Corones/Koroneos born 1889 arrived in Aust. 1901 with father Peter Coroneos and 2 brothers. Following details are from the Kythera Family News if anyone can assist please contact Olga Coroneos at john@jhgreenwood.com Angelo Corones listed as showman age 26 1916 known as the first Kytherian movie mogul. Initially went to Moree NSW established cafe at Goondiwindi about 1906/07 with Peter as principal. Traded as Comino & Co believe was originally Angelo's cafe. 1913 established cafe at Mungindi appears listed in his name until 1930's. Angelo my dad was known as Corones/Coroneos/Crones, Believe he opened a cafe at Mathoura in the late 1930's under the name of A. CRONE. Angelo originally married a lady called Elsie M Naish in 1914 then in 1944 met my mother Patricia with whom he had 4 children Peter, Nick Olga and Michael. Believe my grandfather arrived as a widower. Please phone Olga on 02 47876506 Fax 02 47875390. I am going to Kythera in 2007 and would like to go to my g/fathers village. Grandfather Peter was also known as "Kambouris" clan. If you can help I would be very grateful. Kind Regards, Olga Greenwood (nee) Coroneos. Andronikos family submitted by Dean Trearchis (dktrearchis@comcast.net) 23.04.2006 Hi I am looking for anyone who knows anything about a Stelios Andronikos who went to Australia. He was the son of George Andronikos (d. 1937) and Fotini Souris. Any help would be most appreciated. Peter Trearchis (age 15) ACCOMMODATION IN AGIA PELAGIA submitted by Theo Koroneos (koroneos@iinet.net.au) 03.04.2006 Could anyone suggest a good hotel in Agia Pelagia for a 2 night visit in August this year. We have been told that the Romantica Hotel is very good. Thankyou Theo Koroneos Sydney Australia Locating grandfather's Birth Certificate submitted by Tania Cassimatis (taniacassimatis@hotmail.com) 10.04.2006 I'm hoping someone reading this message will be able to assist me. You see I'm trying to locate whom I would have to contact if I was to locate my Grandfather's birth certificate. Any phone numbers or email addresses would be of help. Emmanuel Antonis CASSIMATIS was born around 4/7/1899(not too sure on his birth date)on the Island of Kithera, in a small town of Frilinginika. His parents' names were Marie and Antonis CASSIMATIS. Hoping someone can help me with this and point me in the right direction. Thank you Tania Gengos/Tzentzou - Seeking information submitted by Wendy Frere (wfrere@wedge.net.au) 31.03.2006 Does anyone have any information on the Gengos/Tzentzou family from Agia Pelagia, before Bill (Vasilios) married Calliope Coroneo(s) and moved to Australia in around 1913? A group of their descendants are planning their first trip to Kythera in Sept, and would like to meet any relatives there. Any information about Calliope and her family would also be greatly appreciated. Reply - Gengos/Tzentzou - Seeking information Submitted by Peter Makarthis 03.04.2006 Research indicates the Tzentzos family were located at Potamos when Vasillios came to Australia. See Kythera Cultural Association > Photographic Archive x2 .._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _..._ _ _ GUEST BOOK ENTRIES 30.05.2006 maria lujan maggi samios - mar del plata argentina my granfather was born in kithira, i would like to contact someone with the surname "samios" to chat 18.04.2006 Theodore Fatseas - Sydney Australia Family village of origin: Fatsathika Wonderful site 14.04.2006 Maria Loupis - Sydney, Australia Family village of origin: Mitata My parents are Evangelos and Eleftheria Sklavos. We came to Australia when I was very young I don't remember much of Kythera but was fortunate to visit 3 years ago. It was a very emotional time for me and my family. My father is a priest in Mitata he is very well known. They are currently living there. My father was in the local newspaper when the earthquake happened, perhaps you saw his picture. It was of two priests discussing the damaged church. My brother is Steve sklavos and we hope to one day visit the island we grew up intogether and perhaps share happy and sad memories. 31.03.2006 Alexis Thanasoulas - Paris, France I discovered the island last summer with my fiance. We were literally stunned by the beauty of the rugged coast, the paradise coves, the fertile central grounds and above all, the kindness of Kytherians. We loved Kythera to the point of getting married there this summer, even though we have no family ties to the island (my Papous is from Andritsena, I was born in Athens, grew up in France and my fiance is French) I understand that economic growth is what islanders strive for (not the sole goal of course) but I am hoping that development can be made sustainable and humane, with green tourism (hiking in the canyons and in the countryside for example) and healthy lifestyle. The last thing I would like is blaring clubs and hordes of noisy tourists. In any case, I am spreading the word that this is a quiet island with many hidden and unknown gems and that needs respect. Let's not make the mistakes of some Cycladic islands or portions of the north coast of Crete. I love your website because I found the family spirit that defines the island. Also, your website helped us as we were looking for a quaint and beautiful vacation spot in the middle of August. So the answer is : yes, your site had an impact: a couple will get married there soon :-) Kind regards and keep up the good work. 30.03.2006 Eve Vaggis/Vanges - Dearborn, Michigan U.S.A. Family village of origin: Karavas I visited Kythera in January of 2006 with my two grandchildren, Nicole and Nick. We stayed at the 9 Muses Guest House in Agia Pelagia. We visited with friends and distant relatives in Potamos (my mother's home village), roamed about the fields and beaches during the 5 days we were there. I attended church in the village of Karavas and took part in communion. We visited with Mr. & Mrs. Emanuel Pavlakis in Potamos. Very nice people, distant relatives thru my grandmother. I intend to return within the next few years to study further this enchanting island. We experienced a 6.9 earthquake on January 8 while waiting for our lunch to be prepared. Luckily for us we were not hurt, however, if it had hit land rather than in the sea, I know we wouldn't have survived. I loved the quiet nature of the island, no hussle-bustle here. We experienced the priets throwing the cross into the water and the young boys diving in to search for it on St. Stephanos Day. We will return! 27.03.2006 Emilie Castrission - Canberra, Australia Family village of origin: Kastrisianika My Grandfather was Victor Castrission, I am visiting Kythera at the end of the year. 19.03.2006 Katherina Conomos (Megaloconomos) - Tweed Heads Australia Family village of origin: Kalamos I came across this site accidently and I think it is wonderful. My Fathers name is Emmanuel Megaloconomos. I know I have a lot of distant relys in Brisbane. So hi out there! 14.03.2006 Maria Mazarakis - Arnhem (The Netherlands) I am Maria Mazarakis (1968), the daughter of Nikos Mazarakis (Athens 1939) and Martha van den Berg. In 1963 Nikos moved to Holland. He is the son of Stavros Mazarakis and Maria Gripiotou who had four children (three girls and one boy). Nikos' grandfather (also called Nikos) once was the director of the central post office in Athens. I am married to Elze Meijering and have two children, Niek (2001)and Isa (2003) Meijering. 12.03.2006 Agapi Lianos - Sydney Australia Family village of origin: Lianianika Well done on this informative website, creating the opportunity for all Greek/Kytherians to connect and hold high and dear the pride of being Greek Kytherians and sharing our history, stories and questions. My Papou was Georgios Lianos married to Agapi Kominou/Comino part of his immigration story is published in: First section of Chapter XI Australians and Greeks 1 The Early Years Halstead Press Sydney 1992. There are many Lianos names in the phone book and the majority are not related to me. If there is anyone out there that knew any members of my family (Papou and Yaya had 11 children of which only two survive) please contact me I would Love to hear from you. I lived in the UK for 14 years and visited Kythera many times, I love it! Yasou! 11.03.2006 Angela Anderson - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA. Family village of origin: Barbakarathika My Dad is Jack Vamvakaris (dec). IOANIS P. BAMBAKARIS Came out from Kythera at about 16 years of age and died when he was 80 years old. Have ever heard of a Blue Bird Cafe? Well he owned one,from about 1920's to the 1970's in Innisfail, North Queensland. He did a lot for his Local Community and the Greek Church in Innisfail. 10.03.2006 Eleni Grady - Queensland, Australia Family village of origin: Viarathika My papou was born in Virathika and my Yiayia was born in Fratsia. Their names are Erene and Aleco. They had three daughters: Maria (my mum), Helen and Angela. They used to go to Kythera every summer and are going back this year." />