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26.01.2022 Victoria has recorded 7,104 new cases of COVID-19, and 2 deaths.

25.01.2022 Browse The Philippine Times print edition on our website, or pick up a copy from your local Filipino store or restaurant. For advertising enquiries, email [email protected]. Download the full PDF file of this edition on https://philtimes.com.au/print-edition/.

24.01.2022 Thank you, Cecilia Byrne for your Christmas presents to the residents of Malanday, Marikina.

24.01.2022 A wellness massage in Australia is nothing like what a Filipino manghihilot does.

23.01.2022 The Philippine Times proudly brings you Filo Jam Sessions, featuring The Quinals! Jam with Filipino-Australian talents as they share their love for music with the Filipino community in Australia. Read more about The Quinals here: https://philtimes.com.au/talented-fil-aussie-siblings-the-/... Follow The Quinals: https://www.facebook.com/thequinals Follow Dorothy Quiñal on Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/dorothy-quinal The Philippine Times is celebrating 30 years of service to the Filipino-Australian community. #PhilippineTimes30 #FiloJamSessions #AnniversaryMonth

23.01.2022 Melbourne-based charity 5Bs Humanitarian Incorporated and ministers from Iglesia Ni Cristo (District of Australia West) joined forces in Geelong to donate food packs to dozens of Filipino international students. 100 packs were being distributed to students based in Geelong and surrounds.

22.01.2022 #BREAKING: Welcome Ms. Maria Lourdes M. Salcedo, the new Consul General for Victoria who arrived in Melbourne this afternoon after completing two-weeks of quarantine in Sydney. She commences her much awaited post tomorrow, along with three new consular staff who will be setting up passport services for the first time in Melbourne.

21.01.2022 Celebrate the Sinulog tradition at St Agatha's Parish in Cranbourne this Sunday. Read more about the significance of the Santo Niño celebration. Bookings are required for the masses and outdoor celebration. http://philtimes.com.au/senor-santo-nino-at-st-agathas-par/

21.01.2022 Sherlon Garbo and his family and friends were jumping with joy after he won the Melbourne Cup fashion competition, taking home a luxury car plus $8000 worth of prizes. Sherlon reveals he didn’t spend a cent for his winning outfit.

21.01.2022 Throwback to 2003: Tourism Secretary Richard Gordon visited Melbourne as part of the Philippine Department of Tourism’s Sales Mission ‘WOW PHILIPPINES 2003’ between July 16-22. He addressed the Filipino community at an event at The Edge Amphitheatre at Federation Square. The Consulate General of the Philippines in Victoria launched a five month Philippine Festival. This included: - Philippine Textile Exhibition at the Gold Treasury Museum - Philippine Food Festival at the Gr...and Hyatt Melbourne - Contemporary Art Exhibition at the Footscray Community Arts Centre - Filipino contempory Gamelan Music at the Melbourne Convention Cenrre -Philippine Festival of Victoria, held at the former Philippine Community Centre in Laverton The Pinoy sa Parliament Movement, headed by Elvira Murdoch began to grow after its conceptualisation by Walter Villagonzalo in 2001. The goal of the movement was to encourage Filipinos to consider positions in council and ultimately State and Federal Parliament. Apo Hiking Society held their second ever Melbourne concert, held at Federation Square on November 1. #PhilippineTimes30 #AnniversaryMonth #30YearsIn30Days #30Years

20.01.2022 Just days after Victorian Premier Dan Andrews signalled the state won’t be ready for a major loosening of COVID-19 restrictions next week as planned, a legal challenge has been filed in the High Court to force the government to act more quickly.

20.01.2022 If you haven’t already seen this talented Melbourne-based trio live, catch their recent performance on YouTube: https://youtu.be/It4i3XvTLpo The Quinals

20.01.2022 Respect, Reflect, Celebrate: An invitation to the Australia Day Celebration 2021 at Brimbank Park. 5B’s Humanitarian Incorporated, in partnership with the National Australia Day Council invites the entire Filipino community to a free Australia Day celebration at Brimbank Park in Keilor East. Australia Day is a day the whole country commemorates its achievements past and present, providing an opportunity for Australians to express pride in their country.... This celebration is being provided by 5Bs Humanitarian and other local service clubs and community groups, with the theme ‘Respect, Reflect, Celebrate.’ The National Australia Day Council acknowledges the importance of celebrating those who have been especially involved with going the extra mile for the community during the COVID-19 pandemic health crisis. In addition, the Council is committed to encouraging involvement in community life. 5Bs Humanitarian has been noted for its work, supporting vulnerable students and senior citizens throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, recently recognised with a Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas. The all-day event will commence at 10am with free food and drinks (water, juice, coffee) served to all attendees. Look out for the free entertainment and a variety of stalls, located around carpark B at Brimbank Park. Call or message 5Bs on 0424 806 691 or 0433 207 315 for more information.

20.01.2022 Liz Quimora of 5Bs Humanitarian Incorporated expresses her gratitude for the support of Iglesia Ni Cristo’s donation to international students. Brother Andrew Fisher of INC pledges to include international students as part of their Aid to Humanity program.

20.01.2022 Will NSW Premier Berejiklian retain her position or will she be forced to step down?

19.01.2022 The Philippine Times proudly brings you Filo Jam Sessions, featuring Karen Esco! Karen is a solo artist, as well as the lead singer of SOULThentic. Jam with Filipino-Australian talents as they share their love for music with the Filipino community in Australia.... Read more about Karen Esco here: https://philtimes.com.au/getting-ready-return-live-music-a/ Follow Karen: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/karen.esco YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/karenesco Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3pMe5ZTHzR0EMx2HTbTlBt Follow SOULthentic: http://www.facebook.com/SOULthenic.au The Philippine Times is celebrating 30 years of service to the Filipino-Australian community. #PhilippineTimes30 #FiloJamSessions #AnniversaryMonth

19.01.2022 Gawad Kalinga Australia invites you to a Digital Christmas Event on Dec 19 from 8.00-9.30pm AEDT featuring Mr Ryan Cayabyab and the The Ryan Cayabyab Singers (RCS), with a special guest appearance of Ms Iza Calzado. This is a Christmas Fundraiser for the benefit of GK's Anti-Hunger Campaign to feed poor and disadvantaged children and for the victims of Typhoon Rolly/Ulysses in Bicol, Cagayan/Isabela and Metro Manila. There is also a Christmas Ham and Bibingka cooking contest... and a Parol Making Contest running parallel and the winners will be announced and awarded during the Digital Event. This event is sponsored by Kariton Sorbetes and Merchants Manila and in coordination with 5Bs Humanitarian, Filipino-Australian Student Council of Victoria and Good Vibes Pilipinas. To register, please click on the link below in Eventbrite. You may also choose to just donate using the same link. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pasko-ng-pag-asa-christmas-of-

18.01.2022 Melbourne's five-kilometre movement limit could be increased to 20 kilometres and the ambitious thresholds for the lifting of coronavirus restrictions might be ...revised when the Victorian government announces its updated road map on Sunday. #coronavirus #covid19 #lockdown #roadmap #springst

18.01.2022 October is Mental Health Awareness Month. Australian-Filipino Community Services is giving away a free pack of Pan de Coco (Coconut Bread) to Filipinos in Melbourne! If you are interested, contact the AFCS Chaplain Norminda Forteza on 0438 919 678.

18.01.2022 BREAKING: Victoria has recorded its 15th consecutive day with zero COVID cases and zero deaths.

16.01.2022 Our October edition is out now! Pick up a free copy of Australia’s Filipino newspaper from your local Filipino store or eatery in Melbourne, or receive a copy if you order through Bring2You, Chadz Bodega, Super rapsa, Manila Bread Bakery. Now also available at the newly opened Kuya JJ Asian Grocery in Cranbourne West. 30th Anniversary Edition:... As next month is our 30th Anniversary, we have great advertising opportunities available. Also get featured by sending us your personal greeting! To ensure you don’t miss out, please contact us before October 28. Either send us a PM or email [email protected] See more

16.01.2022 Talented Melbourne-based singer Karen Esco of SOULthentic shares how she has made the most of the time at home this year to plan for a brighter future in live entertainment.

15.01.2022 After enjoying more freedom as part of COVID-normal life over the past few months, it’s natural to feel unsettled by the current outbreak of COVID-19 in Victoria. It is normal to feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed during these challenging times, and it can help to talk things through. You don't need to be in crisis to seek support the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service is available to everyone, no matter your situation. Trained counsellors are there to support ...you 24/7. Give them a call for free on 1800 512 348. Visit the Beyond Blue Mental Wellbeing Support Service online at https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/

15.01.2022 A study published by CSIRO researchers suggests SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can survive up to 28 days on common surfaces. So how worried should you be?

14.01.2022 Throwback to 2002: Gary Valenciano took Melbourne by storm, performing to a sell out crowd at Dallas Brooks Hall. He also joined 150 fans on a Yarra River night cruise! Ogie Alcasid was the special guest for the Miss Teen Philippines Pageant night in St Albans, organised by the Visayan Association of Victoria. Philippine Times columnist the late Edith Dizon-Fitzsimmons won Victorian Senior Australian of the Year award for her outstanding achievements in the community.... Filipino singer Dulce narrowly missed out on winning a talent competition in Sydney. The first prize would have been $100,000. She was awarded $20,000 for placing second. Finally in 2002, The Philippine Times began to print in colour! #PhilippineTimes30 #30YearsIn30Days #AnniversaryMonth #Throwback #30Years

14.01.2022 As restrictions ease around the country and the prospect of travel beckons, many of us will be planning road trips for the holiday season. Here's how to travel safely under the present condition.

13.01.2022 Throwback to 2014: Cardinal Luis Tagle visited Australia and held mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne, which was attended by 2500 Filipinos and a 150 member choir. Felix Pintado took over from Gigi Kalong as Honorary Consul for Victoria. Cebu Pacific Air began flights to Sydney Australia on September 9, 2014.... 2014 saw a surge in Filipino concerts and pageants in Melbourne. Returning artists included: Gary Valenciano, Side A, Aegis, Lani Misalucha. Artists performing in Melbourne for the first time were Vhong Navarro and Osang, Carol Banawa, Hotdog, Teleserye Bida (Enrique Gil, Enchong Dee, Gerard Anderson, Rayver Cruz, Xian Lim), and Ely Buendia. Mutya ng Australia bets Kim Fyfe and Pauline Edralin placed in the finals of Mutya ng Pilipinas in the Philippines. Kim Fyfe won 2nd runner up. Rob McNamara wins Mister Philippines Australia. Daniel Polbrat was the runner up, and Ari Kane winning the sponsors choice award. All three went on to compete in the Philippines. #30years #philippinetimes30 #30yearsin30days

13.01.2022 Throwback to 2013: The Filipino community responded to the devastating calamity in the Philippines, Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) by organising around 20 fundraising events over three months. Sydney based lawyer, and Philippine Times columnist, Atty Imelda Argel received a presidential ‘Banaag’ award, presented to her by former President Benigno Aquino III. The Philippine Times began to print in full colour.... Aiza Seguerra performed live at the Ukranian Hall in Essendon, while Angeline Quinto and Jovit Balvidino performed at the Croatian Catholic Centre. In a separate show, April Boy and John Christian Regino held a concert at the Croatian Centre, as well as Paroka Ni Edgar. Vice Ganda held a show to a sell out crowd at the Dallas Brooks Centre, East Melbourne. Other major shows at rhe same venue this year were Sarah Geronimo with Jon Santos and G Force, and Zsa Zsa Padilla with Karylle. #30years #philippinetimes30 #30yearsin30days

11.01.2022 Celebrate the annual Get Online week with other Filipinos in Victoria next week. See dates between 19-25 October below. For more details, message FCCVI on 0413 267 448. Filipino Community Council of Victoria Incorporated.

11.01.2022 Ang pagpapabakuna laban sa COVID-19 ay: mababawasan ang panganib ng pagkakasakit sa COVID-19 magbibigay sa iyo ng proteksyon laban sa malubhang pagkakasakit kung mahawahan ka ng COVID-19 tutulong na maprotektahan ang iyong mga kaibigan, pamilya at komunidad.... Kung karamihan ng mga tao ay mababakunahan, hindi mabilis na kakalat ang mikrobyo. Pinoprotektahan din nito ang mga taong hindi maaaring magpabakuna dahil sa iba pang kadahilanan. Kung ikaw ay may anumang mga tanong o alalahanin, makipag-usap sa iyong doktor o tumawag sa Coronavirus Helpline - Coronavirus Hotline Victoria: 1800 675 398. Kung kailangan mo ng interpreter, pindutin ang zero (0). National Coronavirus Hotline: 1800 020 080. Para sa mga serbisyong pagsasaling-wika at interpreter, tumawag sa 131 450.

10.01.2022 Feel the spirit of Christmas in Melbourne's south-east with Australian-Filipino Community Services's programs in December. Contact 0438 919 678 to join!

09.01.2022 Wearing a mask is a small thing each of us can do but it makes a big difference. That's why we stepped things up again late last year after outbreaks across t...he country, and made them mandatory in all indoor settings. We also promised to review things as soon as we could. Nine days of zero local cases and almost 200,000 tests gives us confidence to do just that and it's only down to every single Victorian playing their part. So here's what's changing:

08.01.2022 #BREAKING: Victoria has recorded 7 cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hour. Sadly there have been another 5 lives lost.

07.01.2022 Aged care workers Jennelyn Nuevo and Aileen Malang are now living in the retirement village for the safety of residents during Melbourne’s fourth lockdown. ABC Melbourne ABC News

07.01.2022 Immigration Minister Alex Hawke MP attended a Filipino community celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Philippines-Australia diplomatic relations last night in Blacktown, Western Sydney.

06.01.2022 Browse this Special Seniors Month Edition online, or pick up a copy from your local Filipino store or restaurant. The Philippine Times will celebrate its 30th Anniversary in November. For advertising inquiries, email [email protected]. Download the full PDF file of this edition on https://philtimes.com.au/print-edition/.

05.01.2022 Grab your free copy of the October edition at your local Filipino store or eatery! Here are some of happy readers.

04.01.2022 Jerson Trinidad commands the stage with his soulful, jazzy vibe and is known for his appearances on various talent shows in Australia. He is excited to return to the stage starting next Friday after the eight month long shut down of live music in Victoria.

03.01.2022 #BREAKING: Victoria has recorded 6 new cases of coronavirus overnight. There have been no additional lives lost.

02.01.2022 In his column, Thad Mangalino offers a piece of advice to tell the people close to you how you feel about them. They need to hear it now and not when they are already gone.

02.01.2022 Many Melburnians have despaired in recent days as it became clear the next step on its roadmap out of lockdown will be taken a bit later than originally planned, or in smaller steps. So what's wrong with Melbourne's trigger for easing lockdown?

01.01.2022 This video, in Tagalog, outlines where residential aged care workers can get a COVID-19 vaccine, and how vaccines work. Australian Government Department of Health