Mariposa Filipino Cultural Dance Group, uniting communities in Tasmania through dance

Through the use of the different Filipino cultural dance, it is aimed to showcase the talents of the Filipinos and encourage unity among the Filipino community in Tasmania as well as the various ethnic communities living in the said state. Image: The Mariposa Filipino Cultural Dance Group (Supplied)

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The Mariposa Filipino Cultural Dance Group in Burnie, Tasmania, who for the first time will host the celebration to commemorate the 118th anniversary of the Philippine independence, is headed by Amelia Perales who received the Pride of Australia Medal award in the Fair Go category given by News Corp Australia to individuals who inspire their communities through education, culture, initiative and charity.

Amelia Perales (right) with Department of Police and Emergency Management Business and Executive Division Deputy Secretary Assistant Commissioner Donna Adam Source: Supplied

Amelia Perales (right) with Assistant Commissioner Donna Adams when she received the medal for the Fair Go category of the Pride of Australia Medal in 2015 in Tasmania.