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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 16.03.2006

Boy dancing Zeibekiko at a dance in Avlemonas

This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.

To view more of her work or to purchase photographic prints please visit her website at:www.kristinawilliamson.com

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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 15.03.2006

March 25th - The Mitata Boys

This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.

To view more of her work or to purchase photographic prints please visit her website at:www.kristinawilliamson.com

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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 14.03.2006

Kyria Maria's - The renowned taverna of Logothetianika

This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.

To view more of her work or to purchase photographic prints please visit her website at:www.kristinawilliamson.com

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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 14.03.2006

Diving into January waters! Theofania at Agia Pelagia 2005

This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.

To view more of her work or to purchase photographic prints please visit her website at:www.kristinawilliamson.com

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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 14.03.2006

Aikido dojo in Kythera

Although unknown to many, Kythera has its very own aikido (Japanese martial art) dojo. Classes are held several days a week at the elementary school in Hora under the instruction of sensei Kiros Tzannes (2nd dan).

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submitted by Kristina Williamson on 14.03.2006

Dance at Potamos, August 15th

This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.

To view more of her work or to purchase photographic prints please visit her website at:www.kristinawilliamson.com

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submitted by Eric C Poulos on 27.12.2005

Tzortzopoulos christening, Kythera.

Tzortzopoulos christening, Kythera.

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submitted by Eric C Poulos on 27.12.2005

Tzortzopoulos christening, Kythera.

Tzortzopoulos christening, Kythera.

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Senior pupils from Kythera's high school in national dress. 1976.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay.

Here's a look at the island today.

By ...

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submitted by Steve James on 22.12.2005

Steve James, Xmas on Kythera.

Greeting from a cold and windy Kythera.

Hope you have a great Xmas and that the new year brings you all; and more of that which you wish for.

SJ

Karythanika, (suburb of Karavas)

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Grandmother being farewelled at Athens airport. 1976...

...People leave Greece on every Olympic jumbo jet...Although she has two daughters in Australia, she has never left Greece before, and does not speak a word of English.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Welcome to Kythera! 1976. Townsfolk in the village of Friligianika...

...offer their hands in greeting.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay.

Here's ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Miss Helen Calligeros, (1976), caretaker of the monastery of St. Mirtidion....

...draws a cool draught of water from the well in the courtyard.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Mrs Erofeli Psaltis (1976) strands raw wool on a bobbin...

...ready for spinning.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay.

Here's a look ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Housewife at Capasali...1976...

.....slaps on whitewash with a long-haired brush.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay. ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Kytherian High School boys dance in their national costume. 1976.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay.

Here's a look at the island today.

By ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Mrs Maria Mangelo, headmistress;

....of any high school in the world". Here she talks to pupils in the playground below.

Did you have Maria Mangelo as a teacher, when you went to school on Kythera?

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Coffee and drinks with Mr and Mrs Spyros Giannotis. 1976.

Family and freinds dropped in when they knew Australians were expected.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to ...

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submitted by Woman's Day on 25.12.2005

Maria Cassimatis, aged 17.....

...wearing Kytherian national dress in Hora. 1976.

One of 22 photographs in a supplement on Kythera, in the Woman's Day. August 2, 1976. pp. 20-25.

From this tiny Greek island came 100,000 'new' Aussies.

People of Kythera longed for opportunity so they came to Australia, bringing ways and traditions that were new and interesting to us. They worked hard and grew to love their new country but home-sickness sends some back to visit; some to stay. ...

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submitted by Basil Glytsos on 20.11.2005

Kindergarden Kids

Kindergarden kids at the celebrations for the "OHI" day in Hora