Filipina in Canberra diverts small business from weddings to face masks

A Filipina based in Canberra has been extending support to a Philippine based business by importing face masks

Ghia's small business was affected by the COVID-19 restrictions. From selling bridal wear she is now selling face masks made in the Philippines Source: DAVID GRAY/AFP via Getty Images

Highlights

• The steady increase for the demand of face masks inspired small business owner Ghia to sell them locally
• Face masks are sewn and made in Taytay, Philippines
• She also has customers from NSW, Victoria and South Australia

Local residents in Canberra continue to be cautious against the  threat of COVID-19. Many have started wearing face masks.

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Prior to the pandemic, Ghia started her small business, Infinity Dress Australia selling bridal wear.

  

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