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NARRAs PAACI 500 Project Gains Strong Support

On November 1, NARRA held a successful information session on its initiative Philippine Australian Arts Culture and Innovation (PAACI) 500 Project, held at the Max Webber Library in Blacktown. The special guests and all present at the event expressed their ‘seal of approval’ for

Violi Calvert·11 November 2025·3 min read
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I got Inked by Apo Whang-Od

At the age of 75 years, I attained something I didn’t imagine ever that I’d do. I got inked and no less by the legendary Apo Whang-Od! Apo Whang-Od who is a 107 year old lady, is the oldest Filipino tattoo artist using the traditional ‘batok’ way to tattoo.

Violi Calvert·18 October 2025·11 min read
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NARRA Launches Buy a Brick Campaign at Fiesta Kultura

The National Affiliation of Respectable and Responsible Associations (NARRA) officially launched on October 5, 2025 its ‘Buy a Brick’ Campaign.

Violi Calvert·11 October 2025·3 min read
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Kababaihang Rizalista Sydney Chapter Elects New Officers

Filipino-Australian community leaders who aim to promote the ideals and values of Philippine national hero Jose Rizal held their AGM board election last month.

Violi Calvert·6 October 2025·3 min read
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NARRA Honourees Gather for Community Fundraising

On September 20, NARRA held a get-together to thank the honourees who participated in the recent Tribute to Fathers and Mothers 2025. The happy occasion was held at the NARRA’s premises of Arts & Culture (ACI) Central in Campbelltown.

Violi Calvert·4 October 2025·3 min read
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Up and Close on a Social with Vice Consul Frances Cleofas

We, in the Filipino-Australian community have been fortunate over the years to have dedicated and supportive Consular and Embassy officials whose leadership and community involvement further inspire us to undertake initiatives and projects. The interaction over time results in fo

Violi Calvert·31 March 2025·5 min read
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Adhika and KRI Sydney Undertake IWD 2025 Celebration

Adhika, which is a network of community media, associates and friends, and Kababaihang Rizalista Inc Sydney Chapter will be jointly undertaking an event to celebrate the International Women's Day 2025. This will be held on March 15, 2025 at the Dooley's Catholic Club in Regents P

Community Announcement·26 February 2025·2 min read
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NARRA and Plaza Filipino Paid Tribute to the Ambassadors for Culture and the Arts 2025

The National Alliance of Respectable and Responsible Associations (NARRA) and Plaza Filipino jointly successfully held the Pamana Ball at Liverpool Catholic Club to celebrate seventeen honourees as Ambassador of Culture and the Arts 2025 on February 2, 2025. This was the 8 th yea

Violi Calvert·23 February 2025·5 min read
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Sydney Pinoy groups send Assistance to Typhoon Odette Survivors

Typhoon Rai (Odette) lashed out the Visayas, part of Mindanao and other provinces in the Philippines recently. In the spirit of bayanihan and a show of solidarity, the Filipino-Australian community and a number of multicultural community organisations, small businesses and a chur

Community Announcement·28 January 2022·2 min read
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How To Be a Stylish Pinay in 2022

ctto It's 2022 and we've got a series that will help you improve your wardrobe and styling skills beginning with this.

Chi de Jesus·21 January 2022·3 min read
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Review: Miss Sinulog Australia 2020

The first Miss Sinulog Australia festivities got off to a shaky start but all was forgiven when the year’s pageant contestants came to the stage in their full regalia.

Michelle Baltazar·9 May 2020·4 min read
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Are you going to be lucky in 2020?

If 2019 gave you a wild ride then get ready to find out how 2020 will shape your career and lovelife along with other celebrities gunning for the best of the year of Metal Rat. 

Chi de Jesus·16 January 2020·5 min read
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