Blacktown: A vibrant home for thousands of Filipinos in Western Sydney

Throughout the year, Filipino Australians take part in festivals, cultural performances and civic celebrations, including the annual Blacktown City Festival and Streets Alive Parade, where community groups showcase their heritage alongside dozens of other cultural communities. Image: Edinel Magtibay/SBS Filipino

For many Filipino migrants, finding a place that feels like home is about more than just where they live, it is about community, culture and connection. In Western Sydney, Blacktown City has become exactly that.

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Key Points

• The Philippines is among the top three countries of birth in the local government area, alongside India and China.
• According to the 2021 Census, more than 25,000 Philippine-born residents live in the City of Blacktown, while over 35,000 people identify as having Filipino ancestry, making it one of the largest Filipino populations in New South Wales.
• Across the city, Filipino-owned restaurants, grocery stores, churches and community organisations continue to flourish, creating spaces where traditions are celebrated and new migrants can find support.

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