First Philippine Barrio Fiesta Celebrated in Cairns, Queensland
Highlights included the parade of Miss Charity and Little Miss Charity candidates, cooking and karaoke contests, a cultural fashion ramp, and food stalls run by Filipino business owners.
Cultural exhibits, arts and crafts, and live performances from local Filipino artists capped the night.
There's also the Best Capture competition, where Cairns resident Lara Aoyagi won and shared photos on SBS Filipino.
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