Patriarch Bartholomew celebrated the 35th anniversary of his accession to office.
The celebration, organized by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, began with a musical performance and concluded with a dinner held at the Divan Hotel.

A distinguished group of guests, including religious leaders, Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni, and Rahmi Koç, attended the dinner.

Dr. Akkan Suver, President of the Marmara Group Foundation, and his wife, Müjgan Suver, also attended the celebration ceremony.