Key Points
- Emely Barbato is currently organising the celebrations with Filipinos in Newman and is promoting The Filipino Association of Newman.
- Welders, mechanics, drivers, chefs and other hospitality jobs are just some of the in-demand jobs in the area.
- To stay connected, the women created a chat group, where they also sell Filipino food and provide updates for gatherings.
According to Emely Barbato, the overseer of The Filipino Association of Newman, there are just under 300 Filipinos living in Newman.
This number increases every year, especially as the mining industry in the area continues to grow.
According to the report, Australia is the largest producer of iron ore in the world, reaching 944.1 million tons in 2022.
Western Australia is the primary source, contributing 98.9% of the total iron ore production, thus adding billions of dollars to Australia's economy.
Emely Barbato and the truck used in the mining operations in Newman, Western Australia. Credit: Emely Barbato/Facebook
Emely Barbato, together with her relatives, toured several sites in the mining area in Newman. Credit: Emely Barbato/Facebook
"I won't say there's a lot of money here, I won't say there's no money here, but it's all about how you handle your money. If you know how to manage it, you can save a lot," said Emely Barbato, the overseer of The Filipino Association of Newman.
Filipinos in Newman are celebrating the Philippine Independence Day. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Facebook
Filipinos in Newman sharing a feast during the celebrations. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Facebook
Filipinos are introducing the national dance of the Philippines, called Tinikling, to the younger generation. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/ Facebook
Filipinos are introducing larong Pinoy called chinese garter to the younger generation. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Facebook
Filipinos are introducing larong Pinoy called Karera sa Sako to the younger generation. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Faceboo
Filipinos in Newman sharing a feast during the celebrations. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Facebook
Filipinos in Newman sharing a feast during the celebrations. Credit: The Filipino Association of Newman/Facebook
