Key Points
- Ang 24 taong gulang na si Selene Marks ay tubong Moalboal, Cebu at higit isang dekada nang nakatira sa Broome, Western Australia.
- Siya ay aktibong lumalahok sa mga pagtitipon ng Filipino community sa lugar at kamakailan, nagmodelo siya sa isang photo shoot na may temang watawat ng Pilipinas bilang pagdakila sa kanyang pinagmulan.
- Sa 2021 census ng Australian Bureau of Statistics humigit kumulang nasa 300 Pinoy na ang naninirahan sa lugar. Sa Broome maraming job opportunities para sa mining, agrikultura kabilang ang fishing at pearl farming, education and training, health care services at hospitality industry.

Selene Marks takes pride in being Filipino, actively joining community events in Broome, Western Australia. Most recently, she proudly modeled in a photo shoot wearing a headdress, fan, and face paint inspired by the Philippine flag, celebrating her roots with pride. Credit: Selene Marks

Selene Marks takes pride in being Filipino, actively joining community events in Broome, Western Australia. Most recently, she proudly modeled in a photo shoot wearing a headdress, fan, and face paint inspired by the Philippine flag, celebrating her roots with pride.Credit: Selene Marks

Selene Marks says her mother, Yvette Marks, is her greatest role model—teaching her the true meaning of being Filipina: kind, respectful, hospitable, generous, prayerful, and proud of her heritage. From cooking Filipino food for kababayans and colleagues to living a life of faith and service, Yvette has inspired Selene to embrace her culture and values with pride. Credit: Selene Marks

Proudly Filipino, Selene Marks showcases her heritage in Broome, Western Australia dancing folk steps, sharing Pinoy dishes, and recently posing in a Philippine flag–inspired photo shoot. Credit: Selene Marks

Proudly Filipino, Selene Marks showcases her heritage in Broome, Western Australia dancing folk steps, sharing Pinoy dishes, and recently posing in a Philippine flag–inspired photo shoot. Credit: Selene Marks

Proudly Filipino, Selene Marks showcases her heritage in Broome, Western Australia dancing folk steps, sharing Pinoy dishes, and recently posing in a Philippine flag–inspired photo shoot. Credit: Selene Marks

Selene Marks and her family are soaking up the sun and making unforgettable memories as they enjoy a blissful holiday in the world-famous paradise of Boracay, Philippines. Credit: Selene Marks
📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
🔊 On Air – Tune in to SBS Filipino on radio stations across Australia and website live stream, and TV Channel 302 from 10 AM to 11 AM AEST daily.
📲 Catch up episodes and stories – Visit sbs.com.au/filipino or stream on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube Podcasts, and SBS Audio app.