Thursday, 22nd June 2023, the Philippine Consulate Queensland attended the reception of USS America (LHA 6) hosted by the United States of America, Consul-General Ms. Christine Elder of United States Consulate-General Office, Sydney, along with 500 guests on the flight deck of USS America for a port visit in Brisbane. Captain Shockey Snyder, Commanding Officer…

On the 18th June 2023, our Honorary Consul, Atty. Sheryll Gabutero was invited to give a message to students at the Keng-Tudor Park Community Recreation Centre at the Members of Church of God International (MCGI) congregation.  The morning program was in celebration for the Elderly and Widows, taking a glimpse at their past and present…

In celebration of the 125th Philippine Independence Day last 18th of June 2023, the Filipino-Australian Community Gold Coast Inc. held its 2023 Gold Coast Philippine Festival – Handog Ng Pilipino – Love * Peace * Unity at Broadwater Parklands, Marine Southport headed by Maryanne Boheme. The program was composed of presentations from different Filipino communities produced by D&G…

The Philippine Consulate held an event to commemorate 125 years of Philippine Independence on the 12th June 2023. 125 years ago, on the 12th of June 1898 the Philippines declared independence from Spain. The theme for this year is ‘Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan’ which means ‘Freedom, Future, History’. ​ During part of the event, the Consulate…

On the 10th and 11th of June 2023, Dalby Filipino-Australian Community Association Inc. hosted their very own 125th years of Independence. The Philippine Consulate Queensland Office was represented by Ms. Reena Gabutero-Johnson and gave a speech in behalf of the Consul. It was participated with other ministers and other Filipino community organizations.

On the 11th of June 2023, Barrio Fiesta Brisbane hosted the 125th Philippine Independence Day called “KALAYAAN – 125” at Rocklea Showgrounds. The Philippine Consulate Queensland Office participated in the event by Mr. Alex Aclan giving a speech in behalf of the Consul and other volunteers involved showcasing their talents in the program. The event…

FABS Filipino Australian Brisbane Society Inc. hosted its 125 years of Philippine Independence as a free event, on the 3rd June 2023 at Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct in Logan.  Our Honorary Consul gave a speech in our nation’s history and congratulating FABS of the success of the event. The event showcased Filipino dances and…

On the 27th of May the Philippine Consulate Queensland attended the annual United Nations Association of Australia, Queensland, Peacekeepers Ceremony. This year marked 76 years of service and sacrifice by UN Australian Peacekeepers.

On the 27th of May, 2023 the Philippine Consulate Queensland along with Vietnamese Women’s Association of Qld – Hội Phụ Nữ Việt Nam Qld and Filipino-Australian Foundation of Queensland Inc. (FAFQ Inc.) held a community forum raising awareness of domestic violence in line with Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month at Forest Lake Community Hall.

The Philippine Consulate Office celebrated the opening of its new and permanent office location in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, 8th May 2023. The opening included a blessing by Father Marce followed by a dinner with prominent leaders from the Filipino community, along with their representatives, local Filipino businesses, and friends of the community. ​ The Philippine…