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Philippine Embassy in Canberra begin celebrations for 75 years of Diplomatic ties between Philippines and Australia

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Ambassador Ma Hellen de la Vega, Dr Merlinda Bobis with Lydia Nichols at the book launch of "The Kindness of Birds" at the National Gallery of Australia Source: SBS Filipino

Celebrations for the coming Philippine Australia Friendship Day on May 22 have kicked-off in Canberra.


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By Daniel Marc Delena, with Maridel Martinez

Source: SBS



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Celebrations for the coming Philippine Australia Friendship Day on May 22 have kicked-off in Canberra.


Highlights

  • Dr Merlinda Bobis's latest book “The Kindness of Birds” was launched at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.
  • The Telstra Tower and City of Perth Council House will light up to the colors of the Philippine and Australian Flag
  • The City of Wyndham in Melbourne will hold an Australian Barbecue Festival & competition.

Filipino communities around Australia will have their respective celebrations marking 75 years of Philippine Australia Diplomatic relations.


 

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