Meet a former writer and TV producer in the Philippines who is now part of the Early Childhood Education sector in regional Queensland. What does life look like for some Filipinos in regional Australia?
Key Points
- Despite the challenges, Ralph found a new direction as an Early Childhood Education Teacher in Townsville.
- Based on the 2021 ABS Census, there are nearly 50,000 Filipinos in Queensland and more than 2,000 in Townsville. The Philippines is the leading country of origin for migrants in the city.
- According to a migration consultant, there are more job opportunities in certain sectors in regional Australia.
Wala akong kakilala pagdating ko sa Townsville and when I arrived here, it's different.Ralph Jake Wabingga, Townsville-based Early Childhood Educator
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