‘Celebration, recognition and performances:’ Filipino-Australian Australia Day 2024 to be held in Victoria

Every 26th of January, Australia Day is commemorated, with some groups celebrating and others engaging in protests. Discover how the Filipino community in Victoria will observe this day.

The Filipino Community Council of Victoria Incorporated team behind the Filipino-Australian Australia Day 2024 event. Credit: Filipino Community Council of Victoria Incorporated

Key Points

• The Filipino-Australian Australia Day 2024 is scheduled for January 26th.
• The Filipino Community Council of Victoria Inc. (FCCVi) is spearheading the organisation of the event.
• The celebration, open to all, promises a festive atmosphere, honouring ceremonies, and diverse performances showcasing Filipino culture.

Every year, the Filipino community in Victoria holds the Filipino-Australian Australia Day.

In an interview with SBS Filipino, Roxanne Sarthou, the General Manager of the Filipino Community Council of Victoria Inc. (FCCVI), described the annual gathering as a way to share Filipino culture with various multicultural communities in Australia.

"This is an opportunity for Filipinos to be together, meet, and have a joyful time," Sarthou said.

Filipino Community Council of Victoria Inc. General Manager Roxanne Sarthou Credit: Filipino Community Council of Victoria Inc

"There are sensitivities in celebrating Australia Day, but for us Filipinos, we take it as an opportunity to showcase our unique Filipino heritage and come together as a community."

This year, the Filipino-Australian Australia Day will be filled with Filipino traditions in food, music, and performances from various groups.

The celebration will take place at the Filipino Hub U10 463A Somerville Road, Brooklyn 3012 Vic, starting at 09:00 AM.