Philippine Consulate Queensland Outreach Mission in Goondiwindi

Philippine Consulate Queensland Outreach Mission in Goondiwindi: Led by Philippine Consul Atty. Sheryll Gabutero, the Consulate team traveled 4 hours from Roma to engage with the Filipino community in Goondiwindi. Consul Gabutero was joined by Honorary Consul staff Jesusa Say Pamittan Limpin and Friends of the Consulate Nikki DomingoRob Wenceslao, Gilbert Ordiales, Rohit Sharma, and Bob Alipalo, alongside Queensland Filipino Arts Association Australia QFAAA (Queensland Filipino-Australian Arts Association, Inc.) President Gina Luck, Vice President Reena Gabutero-Johnson, and Secretary Josyl Miranda.

The event, hosted by the local Filipino community at the Goondiwindi Bowls Club, began with the Philippine national anthem sung by Novah Lee Rapacon, followed by a welcome speech from community representative Leonardo Gallawan Nonol (Botchok). Consul Gabutero delivered a keynote address discussing dual citizenship, consular services, and future community participation in Greater Southeast Queensland. The Consulate also provided vital notarial services during the event.

The day concluded with a fun-filled afternoon of lawn bowls and karaoke, further strengthening the bond between the Consulate and the Goondiwindi Filipino community.