Noonee Doronila OAM, a social worker, promotes Filipino culture

Noonee Doronila, OAM with now retired Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC

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For a long time, she has been working as a social worker, and in 2015, the former president of the Filipino Community Council of the ACT (FCCACT), received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM).

Key Points
  • Maria Lourdes Doronila received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2015.
  • Known in the Filipino community as "Noonee", Doronila was recognized for her service to the community in the field of social welfare and cultural organizations in the ACT and Victoria.
  • The social worker and community leader has been actively promoting women's health, welfare rights, culture and arts.
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Noonee Doronila OAM, a social worker, promotes Filipino culture

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30/01/201710:38
Maria Lourdes 'Noonee' Doronila was recognized for service to the community in the field of social welfare and cultural organizations in the ACT and Victoria.

With her continuous service, she has been part of several projects and groups promoting women's health, welfare rights, culture and arts.
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