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SBS Australia
26-05-2025
- SBS Australia
Filipino population in the NT surges past 8,000 as community pushes for direct flights to the Philippines
The Filipino population in the Northern Territory is now estimated at over 8,000, making it the largest overseas-born group in the region. Filipino migration to the NT spans historical pearl divers to modern skilled workers and students. Community leaders are lobbying for direct flights to the Philippines, citing cultural ties and proximity. SBS Filipino 26/05/2025 11:55 In an interview with SBS Filipino, Emcille Wills, President of the Filipino Australian Association of the Northern Territory (FAANT), explained that Filipino migration to the NT dates back to the late 1800s with the arrival of the Manila Men, followed by professional teachers in the 1970s, and more recently, skilled migrants and international students. The Territory's slower pace and accessible job opportunities really make it a magnet for Filipino migrants. And personally, for me, the weather is just like the Philippines. There's no traffic compared to other states in Australia, which gives me a better work-life balance and the chance to do a lot more. Emcille Wills, President of the Filipino Australian Association of the Northern Territory (FAANT) 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
CBC
14-05-2025
- Health
- CBC
Students experience the spirit of Mino Mashkiki
Students from Holy Family School in Thunder Bay, Ont., celebrated Indigenous culture and wellness on Tuesday through traditional games and activities guided by knowledge keepers and community leaders. Here's what happened at the event, called Mino Mashkiki – Good Medicine: Movement is Good Medicine.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Community members ‘Wake Up' New Haven Green
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Community leaders and neighbors gathered on the New Haven Green on Saturday for the Wake Up The Green Festival. Attendees could watch live performances, participate in interactive stations or shop from local vendors. Greater New Haven Heart walk sees 500 participants 'There's wonderful music, there's wonderful food trucks, we also have outdoor painters, plenty of painters who are here capturing the event,' said President of the Garden Club of New Haven Cordalie Benoit. 'I'm very excited to be here on the Green, I only live a few blocks from here in Wooster Square, so I love it when the Green is lively and fun.' The event also served as an anniversary for the Garden Club of New Haven, which is celebrating 100 years this year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBC
07-05-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Nunavut's next Anglican bishop to be elected Friday.
The Diocese of the Arctic is holding its gathering in Edmonton. There are several names on the ballot, including Inuit from Nunavut and Nunavik.
