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flag Oakleigh, Melbourne, is now the most Greek place outside Greece, thanks to decades of migration, businesses, and cultural events.

flag Oakleigh, a Melbourne suburb, is now considered the most Greek place outside Greece, shaped by decades of Greek migration and entrepreneurship. flag Since the 1980s, Greek businesses, institutions like the Greek Orthodox church and Oakleigh Cannons soccer club, and cultural events have made the area a vibrant hub. flag The 2008 opening of Vanilla café and the 2013 mall renovation helped solidify its identity, with Saturday markets, Greek Glendi, and midnight Easter services drawing residents and visitors. flag While new high-rises and traffic concerns have emerged, upgrades to transport, parks, and recreation centers support its walkable, family-friendly character. flag Diverse communities add Nepalese, Sri Lankan, and other cultural influences, enriching the suburb’s dynamic atmosphere.

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