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Here’s what you need to know about the 125th Philippine Independence Day celebration in Canberra.

Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day and 162nd Birth Anniversary of Dr Jose Rizal with the Filipino community at the Philippine Embassy grounds in Canberra, ACT. Credit: Philippine Embassy in Australia

Key Points

• The Filipino community in Canberra celebrated the 125th Philippine Independence Day.
• Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sent greetings from the Philippines, while Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese conveyed his well wishes from Australia.
• The Philippine Independence Ball will also be held at the Canberra Southern Cross Club in Phillip, ACT on June 24th.

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Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day and 162nd Birth Anniversary of Dr Jose Rizal with the Filipino community at the Philippine Embassy grounds in Canberra, ACT. Credit: Philippine Embassy in Australia

A flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremony took place at the Philippine Embassy grounds, led by Philippine Ambassador to Australia, Ma Hellen De La Vega, on June 10th.

Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day and 162nd Birth Anniversary of Dr Jose Rizal with the Filipino community at the Philippine Embassy grounds in Canberra, ACT Credit: Philippine Embassy in Australia