SBS News in Filipino, Wednesday 31 December 2025

Here are today's top stories on SBS Filipino.

Spectators wait in long queues at the Domain to gain access to vantage points during New Year's Eve festivities at the Royal Botanic Gardnes, in Sydney, Wednesday, December 31, 2025. (AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / DAN HIMBRECHTS/AAPIMAGE

Key Points

• 2025 draws to a weather-affected close as Tropical Cyclone Hayley hits W-A and a man dies in Queensland floods.
• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered his New Years message, acknowledging the painful recent history of the Bondi Beach attack.
• Messages for New Year from several leaders including Australian Prime Minister, Pope Leo XIV and Philippine Ambassador to Australia.
• Preparations are underway for celebrations to welcome the 2026.

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SBS News in Filipino, Wednesday 31 December 2025

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