Flores de Mayo again at St. Nicholas of Myra Church in Penrith, NSW
BY JUN RELUNIA – I remember 63 years ago at my Lola Iliang’s house in Calabanga, Camarines Sur in the…
e-Petition in Parliament to re-unite aged parents to Australian or PRs children
Under the current Immigration policies, the parents of Australians and those with Permanent Residency status are unable to travel to…
Launch of 1SAMBAYAN movement geared for 2022 Philippine election
Known Philippine community leader Mr Boyan Mallary reported the launch of a campaign by ISAMBAYAN NSW which he said is…
e-Petition to allow aged parents overseas to re-unite with children who are Australian citizens or permanent residents
Radio Tagumpay broadcaster and community leader Violi Calvert reported a petition before the Australian Parliament seeking to add parents to…
To relax working caps for internationals in tourism, hospitality jobs
The Government will remove existing work hour caps for Student Visa holders employed in the tourism and hospitality sector, announced…
Ed Tenorio wins New Hope Golf Tournament
BY RIC DE VERA – The 3rd New Hope Invitational golf tournament held on April 24, 2021 at Boomerang Golf…
“Selfless Love” Concert helps adversely affected int’l students and temporary visitor during COVID-19
The Selfless Love Concert which was held on March 28 at the FCF Life Centre in Minchinbury, NSW and jointly…
APCO (Salazar wing) Inducted 24 March
The newly elected Board of Management of the Alliance of Philippine Community Organisations (APCO) Inc. for 2021-2023, was officially inducted…
ABS-CBN series “Init sa Magdamag” plotlines
QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES, April 15, 2021– People have their flaws, but can love make things right? Gerald Anderson, JM De…
Community choir “Sonata Singers” in 75th Anniversary Of Philippine-Australian Diplomatic Relationship
BY DEMI ROBINSON – Sydney Sonata Singers are sure to impress its audience as they perform 4 songs to a…
Ed Monteiro grabs 23rd Knights golf tournament
BY RIC DE VERA – Ed Montero from St Mary’s and member of several Filipino social golf clubs won the…
Performance maker and Dramaturge Paschal Berry
BY FELINO DELOSO – Paschal Daantos Berry is performance maker, writer, dramaturge and curator whose practice is focused on interdisciplinary,…
Visayan Ass’n holds first event since onset of COVID-19 restrictions in March 2020
BY RICHARD FORD – The Visayan Association of Australia Inc. (VAA Inc.) based in Liverpool NSW, held its first Post…
Message by NSW Multicultural Minister Dr Geoff Lee
The sails of the iconic Sydney Opera House have been lit up in red to mark the upcoming Lunar New…
Flooding ethnic media with press releases without advertising
BY NONOY PERDON – Australia’s ethnic media outlets are complaining of publishing tons of media releases without accompanying ads. It…
Asks PCC-NSW Board to hold AGM and Elections earlier than announced schedule
A group of 20 affiliates of the peak organisation Philippine Community Council of NSW (PCC-NSW) in a petition said they…
Energy Companies Step-up to Help CALD Communities Take Charge of their Energy Bills
A new program is helping people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds to take charge of their energy bills…
Triple events for PCC-NSW in June this year; why AGM also in June
The peak Philippine community organisation Philippine Community Council of NSW (PCC-NSW) has moved its previously planned 30th Anniversary at end…
“Ang Kalatas” newsmagazine retires
ANG Kalatas newsmagazine officially announced its closure after 10 years of publication at a ‘Tribute’ and presentation lunch on Sunday,…
Business registration opens for Dine & Discover stimulus scheme
Eligible businesses in Mulgoa can now register to take part in the NSW Government’s major economic stimulus program, Dine &…
Emerging Film Director Gerard Cabellon
BY FELINO DELLOSO – Gerard Cabellon is an emerging Director and Cinematographer from Sydney, Australia and has studied Media Arts…
NSW Labor to introduce laws to prevent illegal document shredding
NSW Labor will introduce laws to prevent the Premier and her Government from embarking on any more illegal document shredding…
Philippine Cricket Association Prepares for 2021 season
BY JONATHAN HILL – Founded in 1999 with the intention of promoting and growing the sport of cricket in the…
Fil-Aus Handball Star Receives Accolades
Bevan Calvert, the celebrated handball player of the Fil-Aus community and the Australian handball family has realised his dream in…
Zeny Edwards elected president of Australian Council for Human Rights Education
Dr Zeny Edwards considered it a great honour to be the newly elected president of the Australian Council for Human…
PCC-NSW Fund Appeal To Help Recent Typhoon Victims in PH
In a letter to the community and to afiliate members of the Philippine Community Council of NSW (PCC-NSW), its president…
Appin’s Rey Montano Wins RDV Cup at Fox Hills
RIC DE VERA – Avid golfer Rey Montano from Appin and member of Lakeside Golf Club won the third RDV…
Rommel Gaerlan bags 2nd AKRHO Invitational golf trophy
BY RIC DE VERA – Golf aficionado and member of various Filipino Social golf clubs Mr Rommel Gaerlan from Rooty…
Address on the 124th Death Anniversary of Dr Jose Rizal
BY RADO GATCHALIAN , Knight of Rizal – Last night I was trying to start writing my speech for Rizaliana…
Thanking NSW MP Davies on advocacy for rights of unborn children
Dear Ms Davies- A Merry Christmas to you, your family, and your Electorate Team. Thank you for the update on…
“The Life and Times of the Perdon Family” book : A Family Journey
BY AILA LENARD – The book,“Perdon Family: A Journey”* is Renato Perdon’s 11th publication. I have read most of his books.…
Enjoy a summer of island hopping in Caramoan, Philippines
Have fun in summertime in the Philippines. Take a trip and see the beauty of the Caramoan Peninsula in Camarines…
I am among many Filipinos with Chinese ancestry
At no other time in the life of modern day Filipinos does the love-hate feeling toward the Chinese people are…
Handy and slim book on Philippine History
Ideal Gift to friends on many occasions. Handy and slim book on Philippine History “Footnotes on Philippine History” by Renato…
Emerging tennis ace Lizette Cabrera
By Marco Selorio FB @marcoandreselorio Australia has found a future star in the making. Filipina-Australian tennis sensation Lizette Cabrera is…
Enjoy a summer of island hopping in Caramoan Peninsula in the Philippines
Have fun in summertime in the Philippines. Take a trip and see the beauty of the Caramoan Peninsula in Camarines…
Rising entertainer Cat Thompson
BY FELINO DOLLOSO – Born in Brisbane, Australia, to a Northern Irish father and a Filipino mother, Cat Thompson is…
Zaldy Kapulong takes PASC Sydney Eagle’s ASEAN Golf
The PASC Golf Sydney Eagle’s Asean golf tournament held at Rosnay Golf Course on April 25, 2021 was won by…