'Bakit Australia?': Filipino migrants finding home and success down under

Filipinos in Australia

The Filipino community comes together to celebrate culture and tradition at the annual Fiesta Kultura event in Sydney.

For many Filipinos, Australia remains a land of opportunity, a place to build a better future for themselves and their families. As the world commemorates International Migrants Day, we celebrate the contributions and journeys of Filipino migrants who have shaped their adopted communities.


Key Points
  • The Commission on Filipinos Overseas ranks Australia as the fourth most popular destination for Filipino migrants, following the United States, Canada, and Japan.
  • Today, there are over 400,000 Filipinos living in Australia, making significant contributions in various fields like healthcare, construction, business, education, and community services.
  • Australia's migration policies have undergone significant changes to address labor shortages and population management but have raised concerns among prospective migrants.

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