'I love being Australian, but I’m still Filipino at heart': Filipino Australians reflect on citizenship, identity and opportunity

For many Filipino migrants, Australia is more than a destination. It is a new life built from hard work, sacrifice, and hope. Yet even after receiving Australian citizenship, they still continue to hold strong emotional ties to the Philippines.

Filipino stories of opportunity in Australia

Key Points

• Many Filipinos proudly embrace both cultures, choosing to live in Australia while keeping their Filipino heritage alive.
• Almost a third of the population of Australia was born overseas - an estimated 8.6 million, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
• Filipinos are among the top migrant communities in Australia, ranking around the 5th largest national group by country of birth.

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'I love being Australian, but I’m still Filipino at heart': Filipino Australians reflect on citizenship, identity and opportunity

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