Inauguration of the Phil-Aus Arts, Culture & Innovation Central
Souvenir magazine of the inauguration of the Philippine-Australian Arts, Culture and Innovation Centre (ACI Central) on 6 August 2016 in Campbelltown NSW
Souvenir magazine of the inauguration of the Philippine-Australian Arts, Culture and Innovation Centre (ACI Central) on 6 August 2016 in Campbelltown NSW
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MESSAGE<br />
I would like to express my congratulations to <strong>the</strong> Plaza Filipino and NARRA Co-operative for<br />
<strong>the</strong> establishment <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir Inaugural ‘NARRA-Plaza Filipino Centre for <strong>Culture</strong> and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Arts</strong>’.<br />
This is a significant occasion as <strong>the</strong> Filipino community establishes a centre for <strong>the</strong> community<br />
to come toge<strong>the</strong>r and carry out various activities supporting arts and entertainment. It is<br />
a celebration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Filipino culture and heritage which is so vital not only to <strong>the</strong> Filipino<br />
community, but for <strong>the</strong> social cohesion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> broader <strong>Aus</strong>tralian society.<br />
<strong>Aus</strong>tralia’s multicultural landscape allows us to celebrate our diversity which is essential in<br />
uniting us all to live in harmony and continue to enjoy our cultural heritage and background.<br />
I am very pleased to also write a message for <strong>the</strong> annual Tribute to Fa<strong>the</strong>rs and Mo<strong>the</strong>rs.<br />
This occasion portrays <strong>the</strong> love and appreciation <strong>of</strong> families within <strong>the</strong> Filipino-<strong>Aus</strong>tralian<br />
community, and is a thanks for <strong>the</strong> tireless work <strong>of</strong> parents to unconditionally provide for,<br />
and care for <strong>the</strong>ir children. This annual event also provides <strong>the</strong> opportunity to showcase <strong>the</strong><br />
traditional Filipino culture by way <strong>of</strong> song and dance.<br />
I congratulate <strong>the</strong> Filipino community for not only establishing <strong>the</strong>ir new cultural and arts<br />
centre, but also for <strong>the</strong>ir acknowledgement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> role that families play in our society.<br />
I wish to extend my congratulations to NARRA President Jimmy Lopez,<br />
Plaza Filipino President Michelle Baltazar and o<strong>the</strong>r Board Members for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir hard work, dedication and commitment in providing for <strong>the</strong> Filipino<br />
<strong>Aus</strong>tralian community.<br />
Yours Faithfully,<br />
CHRIS HAYES MP<br />
Federal Member for Fowler<br />
Chief Opposition Whip<br />
MESSAGE<br />
I am honoured to write this message in celebration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> inauguration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> NARRA-Plaza<br />
Filipino Centre for <strong>Culture</strong> and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Arts</strong>.<br />
The Macarthur region is blessed with one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> most diverse, multicultural communities in all<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Aus</strong>tralia, and <strong>the</strong> local Filipino community are an important contributor to <strong>the</strong> wonderful<br />
diversity that makes Campbelltown such a great place to live and raise a family.<br />
The NARRA-Plaza Filipino Centre for <strong>Culture</strong> and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Arts</strong> will be a great<br />
hub for Filipino culture in our region, and I look forward to continuing<br />
to work with <strong>the</strong> local Filipino community to streng<strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong> Centre into<br />
<strong>the</strong> future.<br />
I would like to thank <strong>the</strong> Plaza Filipino Inc. and NARRA Co-Operative<br />
Ltd for all <strong>the</strong>ir efforts in organising and establishing <strong>the</strong> Centre, and for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir ongoing contributions to our local community.<br />
Greg Warren MP<br />
Member for Campbelltown