9 June 2024 – Annual Barrio Fiesta Brisbane Inc celebrating 126 years of Philippine Independence and celebrating cultural diversity at Rocklea showgrounds, Brisbane. Barrio Fiesta Brisbane’s theme for Philippine Independence day was ‘Mahal Kita Pilipinas’ (we love the Philippines). Barrio Fiesta’s program included many cultural performing artists ranging from traditional and modern dance, live bands, variety shows and many food stalls from local Filipino restaurants. The event was  organised by the President of Barrio Fiesta Brisbane, Honey Binny and was attended by the Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Adrian Schrinner and his wife, Mayoress Nina Schrinner, Leader of Opposition and Member of Parliament for Broadwater, David Crisafulli and on behalf of Honorary Consul Atty. Sheryll Gabutero in her absence, Honorary Consular Officer, Roem Anne Andea who delivered a speech on the Consul’s behalf. Many Filipino community leaders and friends of the Filipino community converged to celebrate independence day.