Usap Tayo: What was the toughest job you experienced in Australia?

In this episode of Usap Tayo, some Filipinos in Australia shared their personal experiences with jobs that were physically, emotionally, and mentally challenging on SBS Filipino's social media.

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Key Points

• Some Filipinos experienced skills mismatch, especially in their first jobs in Australia, often in entry-level roles such as cleaner, trolley boy, or factory worker.
• Others shared encounters with racism and even bullying, sometimes from fellow Filipinos.
• For many, every job is difficult, but with perseverance and gratitude, each experience becomes meaningful.

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Usap Tayo: Anong trabaho ang pinakamahirap mong naranasan sa Australia?

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