Some say it would be an excellent venue for picnics or even an open air concert. The new structure is right behind the building that PACF (Philippine Australian Community Foundation) officers now call Philippine Australian Cultural Centre (PACC).
Category: Organisation
Bicol Inc. holds induction
Blacktown NSW . — “Through songs and dances, Bicolandia’s unique culture and heritage were showcased during simple induction ceremonies held on August 12 at P-Noy Lounge” said Bicol Inc’s Chairman Ross Iglesia.
Assistance Donations for Victims of August 2012 Monsoon Code Red
The Ateneo de Manila DReaM Team (Disaster Response and Management Team), composed of the Grade School, High School, Loyola Schools, and Professional Schools, in partnership with the Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan, respond to calls for assistance from various communities affected by natural calamities. The Ateneo DReaM Team is appealing for donations in kind and in […]
Bicol Inc.’s Never Ending Story by Benjie de Ubago
Just like Mayon Volcano, the rumblings continue long after the Bicol elections. First there was Neria Soliman, and shortly after, Josie Musa protested during the actual March elections. With a little twisting of the truth, minus the necessary evidence, some were swayed and the results were reversed.
PHCAA Christmas Party
In a board meeting held on 8 July 2012, it was decided that the Philippine Health Care Association of Australia (PHCAA) will hold its Christmas Party and Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, 3 November 2012.
Bicol Inc. upholds Soliman’s victory over Musa
(A Media Release by the Grievance & Disputes Committee) The outcome of a public hearing held on 17 June 2012 was released by Bicol Inc. declaring Neria Soliman as the official second representative from Albay. Ross Iglesia is the duly elected Chairman of Bicol Inc.
Floodwaters ”a death trap”
09 Mar, 2012, 12:17 PM (St. Marys Star) Grange Avenue, Schofields NSW cut by Eastern Creek. MOST of the floodwaters are now subsiding but they have caused major damage and delays around Blacktown, Mount Druitt and St Marys. The news item that was published in St. Marys Star was referring to the road leading to […]
Villon dared to donate $200,000 to MPC
In his column that appears in page 6, Boy Galang dared MPC chairman Mansueto Villon, to donate the $200,000 interest bearing loan that he extended to the unfinished project. The loan amount appears in the MPC website and continues to accumulate interest at 8% per annum. We do not have information as to how often […]
FAME celebrates 4th anniversary with a night of magic
As Benjie de Ubago, producer of the show would say, “have a magical evening.” And indeed it was — complete with the splendid performance of a real magician who converted crumpled paper into a live dove and ‘snow’ out of nowhere. Of course the audience knew it was a mere sleight-of-hand trick but this writer […]
PAMA gives the Gift of Life by Benjie de Ubago
While most people go on holidays to escape their everyday routines, the doctors from the Philippine Australian Medical Association (PAMA) do exactly the reverse. Rather than slipping off their white coats and leaving them behind, they pack them along with their medical paraphernalia to render a humbling service of providing medical service to the disadvantaged […]
FAME Weaves A Little Magic by Benjie de Ubago
The Filipino Australian Movement for Empowerment (FAME) will be celebrating their 4th year of existence weaving a little magic into their Gala Dinner Dance. It’s a Magic Night and the magic starts at 7pm on Saturday 19 May 2012 at Concept 33, Hotel Novotel, Rooty Hill. Brace yourself for a little surprise or two.
PHCAA decides to join PCC
In a meeting held at the Crystal Seafood Restaurant in Westpoint Blacktown, members of the board of Philippine Health Care Association of Australia (PHCAA) decided that the association will join the Philippine Community Council (PCC-NSW). PHCAA has been in existence for 7 years in Australia. It has undertaken several medical missions in the Philippines and […]