The newly refurbished Rizal Park is an even better space for the community

Filipinos and friends celebrated Dr. Jose Rizal's birth anniversary at the newly refurbished Rizal Park.

Philippine Consul General to Victoria Maria Lourdes Salcedo with members of the Knights of Rizal and Kababaihang Rizalista Inc. and Dr. Jose Rizal's grandniece Josephine Quintero joined the Filipino Community in Ballarat to celebrate the launch of the refurbished Rizal Park coinciding with the birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal. Credit: Angelito VALDEZ Jr

Key Points

• Rizal Park first opened in December 1999.
• The park's refurbishment was completed by the local council in consultation with the Filipino Community.
• It is located in Invermay, Ballarat, Victoria.

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