2019 Tribute to Mothers and Fathers [alternate cover]

MESSAGE
I wish to congratulate the Plaza Filipino Inc and NARRA Co-operative Ltd for
this fantastic initiative. After all, to me there is nothing more important in life
than family.
When I first became a paediatrician, I learnt very quickly that I had to listen to
mothers and fathers -because I knew they always had their child’s best interest
at heart. I know that when a child is sick or suffering it is the unconditional love
and support from their parents that gets them through.
Mothers and father are consistently the ones sacrificing their sleep, time and
efforts ensuring that their children got the best start in life.
There is nothing more fulfilling in life than nurturing a child, and being able to support and guide children
through life. One never ceases to be a parent, no matter your age. This parental support has always been integral
to the Filipino Community and therefore it is only fitting that a tribute be given to mothers and fathers.
The Macarthur region is truly lucky to have such a vibrant Filipino-Australian community, who contribute to the
diversity and prosperity of our society. I wish to thank them for their ongoing contributions to our community,
and congratulate them for the emphasis placed on the role that the family unit has in society.
As a son, a father and a grandfather I would like to pay tribute to all the amazing mothers and fathers in our
electorate of Macarthur and further.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Mike Freelander
Federal Member for Macarthur
MESSAGE
I am proud to congratulate Plaza Filipino Inc. and NARRA Co-operative Ltd on
once again celebrating the selfless contributions made to our community by both
mothers and fathers.
The Annual Tribute to Father and Mothers allows us to recognise the
accomplishments of the Filipino community in our region and, indeed, all over
the world.
The annual tribute takes the time to appreciate the sacrifices parents make out of
love and in hope for a prosperous future for their children.
As a father, I know it is not always easy, you are a source of unwavering love,
support and guidance, and for that I pay homage to all the wonderful parents in
our community.
The Tribute to Fathers and Mothers allows us also to recognise all that makes Filipino-Australian culture great.
This community is one of the most vibrant, family orientated and engaging communities in our society and it is
great to take the time out of our busy lives to celebrate this tribute.
The Macarthur region is one of the most diverse, multicultural communities in all of Sydney, and the Filipino
community plays an integral role in making Campbelltown the colourful community it is – a truly wonderful
place to raise a family.
I thank Plaza Filipino Inc. and NARRA Co-operative Ltd for organising this fantastic event and take the
opportunity to pay tribute to all fathers and mothers in our community.
The depth of parental love deserves to be acknowledged and celebrated.
Pagbati at salamat sa lahat ng mga magulang!
Greg Warren MP
Member for Campbelltown

MESSAGE
I wish to congratulate the officers and members of the NARRA
Co-operative Ltd, the Plaza Filipino Inc, and the Global Ilocanos
Australia Inc for successfully organizing the Tribute to Fathers and
Mothers event on 1 September 2019 at the Liverpool Catholic Club.
Your untiring efforts in preserving and promoting the Filipino and
Australian heritage as well as in giving respect and recognition
to the various achievements of the Fathers and Mothers in the
Filipino community is highly commended.
In today’s world dominated by social media and continuous change, the propagation of
family-oriented values and values that honor hard work and cooperation provide a strong and
lasting foundation for our respective families and communities.
I wish you all success in your future endeavors and look forward to our continued engagement
in looking after the welfare of the Filipino community in Australia and in strengthening
Philippine-Australia relations.
Congratulations and Mabuhay!
MA. HELLEN B. DE LA VEGA
Ambassador
MESSAGE
I wish to congratulate the officers and members of the
NARRA Co-op Ltd and Plaza Filipino Inc. in cooperation with
Global Ilocanos Australia Inc on its holding of the Philippine-
Australian Heritage Night 2019 Tribute to Mothers and
Fathers on 2 September 2019.
Let me also congratulate all the mothers and fathers who will
be honoured this year.
I appreciate the assistance your organizations provide to our kababayans in the New
South Wales and for partnering and cooperating with the Philippine Consulate in all
of its projects.
I wish your organizations more power and success so that you may continue to serve
the Filipino community and at the same be an important link between the Philippines
and Australia.
Mabuhay!
EZZEDIN H. TAGO
Consul-General

MESSAGE
As the Mayor of Campbelltown, I have the honour of representing
one of Sydney’s most vibrant multicultural communities. Our
Filipino community have contributed greatly to the wider
community and events such as today’s Tribute to Fathers and
Mothers, are an example of that.
This event reflects how Filipino people value their parents,
grandparents and family. Our fathers and mothers are the people
who shape our values, beliefs and understanding of the world
around us.
I commend Plaza Filipino, NARRA Co-operative and Global Ilocanos Australia for holding
this event to honour and celebrate the outstanding fathers and mothers in our community.
Today’s celebration is not only an opportunity to acknowledge all the honourees, but all the
parents and grandparents who hold a special place in our hearts.
I congratulate everyone involved in organising today’s event and send my thanks to the
fathers and mothers present for all that you do for your families and the community.
Cr George Brticevic
Mayor of Campbelltown
MESSAGE
On behalf of the Philippine Community Council of NSW, I
would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to
NARRA Co-operative Ltd., as well as Plaza Filipino Inc. and
Global Ilocanos Australia for their annual Tribute
to Fathers and Mothers event.
I highly commend these 3 organizations for their determined
and successful pursuit of the establishment of ACI Central.
They have capably proven that by joining forces and being united on a common goal,
there are no hurdles that cannot be overcome.
I wish you all the best in your future endeavours!
(Sgd.) Alric Bulseco
President
Philippine Community Council of NSW, Inc.

MESSAGE
I highly commend and congratulate NARRA Co-operative Ltd.,
Plaza Filipino Inc., and the Global Ilocanos Australia (GIA) for
continually honouring parents who successfully raised families in
the Filipino Australian community Fathers and Mothers are the
pillars of a happy home environment and the family is the key to a
harmonious happy society. Parents play a tremendous vital role in
rearing children they can be proud of.
This annual event of awarding Tributes to Fathers and Mothers
initiated by NARRA, Plaza Filipino and GIA serves as inspiration to our children and a legacy
that they can emulate and continue. My sincere congratulations to the officers and members
of these three big Filipino Australian organisations for the contributions and honour they
offer to the Australian society. I also give my commendations to fathers and mothers who will
be awarded recognition in this meaningful event.
Salamat at Mabuhay!
Violeta Galang Escultura
President
Alliance of Philippine Community Organisations, Inc.
MESSAGE
My late mother was so “bungangera” as we say in Tagalog. She always had got something
to say on anything.
She freaked out immediately even on simple issues. She was very meticulous and
detailed. She made sure everything was always in order in the house. Every morning, she
goes to the market to buy fresh meat and vegetables that she cooks for us for lunch and
dinner. While she was in the market, she expects us to have the house cleaned before she
comes home otherwise you will hear her screaming at us. In return, if we had done our
chores, she rewarded us with new toys or sweets when she gets home.
I guess I got my flair in art and good interior design from my mother. She made our
curtains, table covers, cushions on our sofa and bed sheets from the hand loomed fabric
done by my Auntie. At a young age, I understood and appreciated good Interiors.
When I finished High School and went to College, I chose to study Interior Design at the University of Santo Tomas. At that
time, the course belongs to rich people only as it was a very expensive course to take. Although we were not rich, my mother
and my older sister made sure that I get my degree and so I did with flying colours finishing Cum Laude and a recipient of the
Manuel L Quezon Leadership Award given by the University.
This tribute is not only for my mother and my sister who helped me become what I am today but to all the mothers and the
sisters who did a lot of sacrifices for their sons, daughters and brothers to raise them as good members of the society.
I also give tribute to my father and to all fathers who worked day and night to become good bread winners. My mother did
not work all throughout her life, she was just a simple home maker but my father was there to support her and the family
financially.
Lucky are those who still have their fathers and mothers. We might have found love from our friends and partners but
nothing can top up the love that our parents have given to us.
My congratulations to the parents whom we are giving tribute today. Mabuhay!
(Sgd.) Alberto Prias
President, Narra Co-op Ltd

MESSAGE
It is with great honor and pleasure to welcome you all to the Annual Tribute
to Fathers and Mothers. This is a very symbolic event where the Filipino-
Australian community acknowledges this year parents and grandparents who
have shown their love and appreciation of their families and who continue
to harmoniously integrate in the Australian multiculutural society. Fathers,
mothers and grandparents play important roles in bringing up the new
generation without losing our Filipino traditional and cultural heritage.
The 2019 Tribute to Fathers and Mothers organised by Plaza Filipino, NARRA
Co-op, and Global Ilocanos Australia recognises the great contributions
of parents to their families and to the Australian society as a whole. The officers and members of these
Filipino Australian organisations are very proud of the achievements of this year’s Fathers and Mothers.
I also would like to thank all my fellow officers and members of Plaza Filipino Inc. NARRA Co-op Ltd. for
their generous time and efforts in making this event a success. Special mention to our NARRA Founding
President Dr. Jaime Lopez for his unselfish and heartful support.
Lastly, I would like to extend my gratitude to all our donors, sponsors, our special guests and performers for
their kind support in making this event a meaningful and successful ocassion to remember.
Mabuhay tayong lahat!
(Sgd.) Carmenchu Montilla Gresham
President, Plaza Filipino Inc.
MESSAGE
The yearly “Mother & Father of the Year” event hosted by Narra
Cooperative Ltd , Plaza Filipino Inc and Global Ilocanos Australia
Inc have been always a great success. May I take this opportunity
to congratulate and wholeheartedly extend our gratitude to all who
willingly, enthusiastically shared, contributed and devoted their
time to make the event a great success.
The achievement of the unified members and most of all the
coordinating officers, advisers and volunteers is nonetheless
worthless. Without you, we would not had been able to achieve our goals to relay the
services we envisioned to render, share to the wider and multicultural community we are
living.
I am very proud of the achievements of NARRA Co-op Ltd, Plaza Fiipino and Global Ilocanos
Australia and once again, my heartfelt thanks to all honorees and in pursuit for greater
success, let us all make our community greater harmoniously with faith to one another and to
the guidance and blessings of God.
(Sgd) Marris Houston aka Collins
President, Global Ilocano of Australia

KUNDIMAN AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING
CONTRIBUTION IN PROMOTING MUSIC
TO A GLOBAL AUDIENCE
A MODEL …….TURNED SINGER
Born in Manila Philippines, LILLIAN DE LOS REYES started her career as a model, switched to
acting and starred in several movies in the Philippines, and with her dynamic voice soon
established herself as one of Manila’s top singing stars.
Stunning good looks, combined with a superb voice, soon took her on to the international
cabaret circuit. Her versatility shows when she sings in different languages…Spanish, Italian,
Japanese, Korean, Maori, Greek, Indonesian, Chinese and her very own Filipino language,
which she delivers them with great passion.
She has co-starred with many international stars, too many to mention. Lillian co-starred with
the late Al Martino , and appeared in the tv special “Al Martino in
Concert”.
Lillian is the star attraction in Six Pak Productions “Manila
By Night Show” and plays the major club circuits
where she was described as the “Bassey of the
East”. She’s also the star of “Divas from Vegas
Show” where she portrays Cher, Tina Turner and
her idol Shirley Bassey. Her current Production
Show “Filipino Spectacular Show”, showcase the
many talents of top Filipino Performers in Sydney
that she’s so proud of.
Her extravagant gowns, magnetic presence,
stunning good looks and powerful voice, combine
in a mesmerising performance which has taken her to
the pinnacle of the International Cabaret
Circuit, Cruises, Corporate Events, and
Private Functions.
Versatile, energetic, witty and
elegant, Lillian leaves her audience
spellbound and screaming for
more. Lillian’s repertoire spans
most musical style as she glides
majestically through a set of
contemporary, jazz, blues,
pop and classics all
delivered with her own
brand of highly polished
and technique and
charisma.
A recipient of the “Hall
of Fame” 2011, awarded
by Filipino- Australian
Artists Cultural Endeavour
Society.
LILLIAN DE LOS REYES…………….A VERY CLASSY ACT

PHILIPPINE-AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE NIGHT
MOTHERS of the YEAR 2019
JOSEPHINE TADA
Mother of the Year 2019
AZUCENA PIOSIK
1st Runner-Up
MARITES NOVIS
2nd Runner-Up
ANA CARMICHAEL
3rd Runner-Up
INDAY ROWLAND
4th Runner-Up
JOSEPHINE DELOS REYES
Honouree
VIOLETA GREIG
Honouree
ROSE LARRIEGO
Honouree
ROSE LAY
Honouree
JULIE NUÑEZ
Honouree
PHILIPPINE-AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE NIGHT
FATHERS of the YEAR 2019
REONELL LUZ
1st Runner-Up
EFREN PADAGAS
2nd Runner-Up
NATHANIEL GALE
3rd Runner-Up
COLETO ANDINO
4th Runner-Up
JAIME LOPEZ
Father of the Year 2019
BENJAMIN BONGAT
Honouree
FELIX GEOLAGON
Honouree
COLIN LAY
Honouree
DOMINGO PERDON
Honouree
BOB REYES
Honouree

Ò Josephine Gellidon Tada
Josephine was raised in Manila. Her mother Elsa, sisters Maria Lydia and Teresita
Irene, and brothers Paulino Martin and Emilio lives in Virginia Beach, USA. Josephine
and her sisters and brothers attended Paco Catholic School. She obtained her degree in
Bachelor of Science in Commerce in St. Paul College Manila. She also finished courses
in Tour Guiding, Japanese Cooking, Curtain Making, and Upholstery among others.
Josephine believes in volunteering. She was a volunteer in the 2000 Olympics since
April until its Closing Ceremonies. She was also a volunteer gardener at Blacktown
Showground. For the last 25 years to present, Jo is employed at St. George Bank.
Josephine is happily married to Masahiro Tada from Miyazaki, Japan and they are blessed
with two children: Ken, who finished Medical Science in the University of Technology
Sydney, and Eri who is studying International Studies and Business Management also at
the University of Technology Sydney. They speak Japanese in their home.
Josephine loves travelling, cooking, dancing, studying, and multi-level marketing. She
has been the Secretary of NARRA Co-op Ltd since 2015, and her family is a Gold Legacy
member of NARRA Co-op Ltd.
A brain tumor survivor, Josephine treats everyday as her last day.
Ò Dr Jaime Rodriguez Lopez
Dr Jaime Lopez is a CPA and member of CPA Australia and studied at Charles Sturt
University. He finished Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Master in Business
Administration, Master of Arts in Teaching. and Bachelor of Science in Commerce.
Before migration to Australia, he had been very active in the community being President
of several organizations including Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountant-
Baguio Chapter. Being University Professor, the Dean of College of Commerce, and
Asst General Manager of Hotel Nevada, he gave Lectures on Accounting and Auditing,
Food and Sanitation that is very helpful to the community and was awarded Outstanding
Accountant, Outstanding Alumni of Saint Louis University, Baguio Colleges Foundation,
and Saint Louis College
In Australia, founded several community organizations. One notable achievement of the
group under his leadership is the help to newly arrived migrants in their struggle to have
a place in Sydney, helped Seniors and the needy both Philippines and Australia and the
promotion of Filipino Arts and Culture.
Dr Jaime R Lopez, a multi awarded volunteer. The Premier’s Volunteer Recognition
Program for volunteering effort in the community was presented by MP Greg Warren, in recognition and appreciation of
his contribution to the community and the future of NSW. As an outstanding local volunteer for many years, Jimmy has
generously given his time to make a difference in people’s lives. Awarded Outstanding Community Leader by Filipino
Communities Council of Australia, Volunteer Award from Community Relations Commission, NSW, and Campbelltown
Community Citizen Award.
Innovation Award by Common Equity on behalf of the NSW Co-operative Housing Sector, Zest nominee for Outstanding
Volunteer Community Leader , and Outstanding Community Leadership and excellence in promoting arts and culture by
Plaza Filipino, Inc. Plaque of Appreciation by Global Ilocanos Australia Inc, Leadership Service for the Community Builders
Award by Adhika Inc and Plaque of Appreciation as Gold Legacy Supporter of NARRA Co-op Ltd
Why volunteer ? “I am a migrant myself and had seen how hard to live in a new country and whatever hardships and
difficulties that I encountered should not also be felt by new migrants”.
An innovator by heart, Dr. Jaime Lopez has introduced and implemented partnerships with various Filipino Australian non
profit organizations.
Sedgwick Housing Co-operative Ltd. (SHCL) under the leadership of Jimmy was nominated as Exceptional Community
Partnership Project in a Local Government Area category of the 2017 Zest Awards. SHCL has partnered with several local
community non-profit organisations to pursue projects for the community particularly the National Affiliation of Respectable
and Responsible Association (NARRA). This partnership has resulted in the acquisition of two investment property, one
in 2016 and another in 2017: the Arts, Culture and Innovation Central (ACI Central) which serves as venue for lectures of
interest, meetings of organisations and exhibits of Filipino artwork and handicraft. The Centre has four computers for use of
members of the SHCL and its partners. NARRA Co-op Ltd was named Outstanding Voluntary Group/Organization in 2017
Zest Awards.
Jefferson Lopez is the only son of Jaime Lopez from Balaoan, La Union and Myrma Bringas, a Registered Nurse from
Bangued, Abra.

Ò Ana Carmichael
Ana is an experienced community support worker who is a caring, honest,
diligent and responsible person. Two years ago, she stopped working to care for
her husband, Ross with whom she has a daughter. Now a widow, she is going
back to work. She used to work as Assistant Nurse at Nursing Group, in hospitals
and nursing homes. She also used to work as Community Support worker
Ana finished TAFE Course Certificate IV in Business and Frontline Management,
Certificate IV in Aged Care, and Computer Application for the office. She is
always interested to learn new skills, to get involved in the community, help
others to make a difference and to continue working after her retirement age as
long as she able to.
In the Philippines, she worked as Quality Control Supervisor in garments
and textile manufacturing company for 14 years. She travelled to Australia after her marriage to Ross
Carmichael.
She is a member of a Choir at St John Church, she enjoys singing joyful and praising songs to God our Lord
Jesus Christ every Sunday afternoon mass. She is also a member of Hand Maids of the Lord and is active
member of Filipino Women Support Group and APCO, Inc.
She plays tennis, loves cooking, gardening, fishing and sewing, She is a Volunteer for Advocacy Work and
supports Alpha at St John Church Campbelltown.
Ò Josephine Remotigue de los Reyes
Josephine grew up in Manila. She has a BS Commerce degree, Centro Escolar
University, is a Certified Public Accountant and Justice of the Peace, Past
President of the Association of Australian Filipino Accountants and helps newly
arrived accountants get integrated into the Filipino Australian community. She
has been a regular columnist and reporter for Philippine Australian Community
newspapers for the past 25 years. She loves dancing and cherishes involvement
in Filipino community activities as past president of various community
organizations. She is the Internal Auditor of Plaza Filipino. and Treasurer of
Sedgwick Housing Cooperative Ltd and NARRA.
As Justice of the Peace, she is proud that she is able to help the Filipino –
Australian communities and greatly honoured as member of organizations,
social or religious, that helps the community.
Ò Violeta Seno Logarta Greig
Violeta finished her secondary education at St.Theresa’s College Cebu and
graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the
University of San Carlos. She’s a proud daughter of the late Congressman Don
Vicente Logarta and the granddaughter of the First Judge of Cebu Don Miguel
Logarta.
An Accountant by profession, she was able to raise all children by herself.
Now at her ripe age of 94, she is devoted grandmother and a great grandmother
to nine children.
Violeta is a devotee to Senyor Sto. Nino and to Our Mother of Perpetual Help.

Ò Rosalina Bolor Lay
Rose is from Abra. She is married to a loving and supportive husband Engr Collins
Lay and is blessed with 3 children, Juliet Princena, Laila White and Alaister. She
also enjoys the love of her 7 grandkids, Joshua, Jerika, Jade, Kayla, Ethan, Laden
and Angelina.
Rose experienced running for Councilor for Campbeltown Council and presently she
is the President of Filipino Womens Support Group Macarthur, and past President
of Concerned Citizens for over 50’s. She is the owner/director of PCR Park Central
Realty for 20 years.
Rose is currently a Director and Silver Legacy Supporter of Narra Co-op Ltd.
Ò Rose Larriego
Rose Larriego is a mother of a lovely son. She was born in Toledo Cebu City,
Philippines. She went to Talavera Elementary Public School and Matab-ang Barangay
High School. She took up nursing at the University of Visayas. In the Philippines, she
worked at Gazini Department Store in Cebu City as a sales lady.
She migrated to Australia in 1984 and took up courses in Nursing, Security, IT and
Food Management. Rose is a multi-skilled lady. She worked at the Hilton Hotel and
Intercontinental Hotel as a housekeeping attendant, and laudry assiatant at Blacktown
Laundrymat.
She worked as an assistant in nursing at Our Lady of Loreto Nursing School, St.Joachim
Nursing Home, Harris Park Nursing home, Chandos Nursing Home, and Bethel Nursing
Home. She also worked part time as a baker at Arndell park and as a security officer at
Downunder Security Company and Aces Security Company.
Rose enjoy walking, dancing,fishing,gardening,camping,travelling, and her passion is
cooking.
Ò Marites Idea Novis
Marites Idea Novis walks the talk with faith, grace, and glamour. In July 2000, Marites founded a familyowned
Philippine-based company Quezon First Engineering at a young age of 29. Since then she managed the
business and has attained exposure to general construction as finance and logistic manager and has mastered the
expertise of a property strategist. In addition to her role as business owner, Marites is a devoted and caring mother,
sister and daughter.
Quezon First Engineering became a persevering force and a coming together of fully committed and well-experienced
professional engineers and architects. The company became a breakthrough of trustworthy services which include
designing, consulting and building for the growing general construction industry in the advent of the new millennium.
For almost 18 years managing her owned first company, Marites knew she has a lot to offer in the
industry so she and her husband, Engr. Gerard Francis Novis migrated to Australia and they
Investment Group on October 2017.
property and business
founded Qfirst Property
This passion-driven businesswoman has described her role as Qfirst Property Investment Group’s managing director as “an outlet
where dreams are allowed to be big and fear is conquered.” Even in a different country, Qfirst Property Investment Group’s
ultimate goal did not change.
Aside from real estate business, Marites also ventures in the entertainment industry by producing and sponsoring shows. She
is the Founder of MFN Productions, the team behind some of Australia’s most notable fashion shows and events that featured
Hollywood and International Fashion Designer Rocky Gathercole. MFN Productions is a conglomeration of competent
photographers, keen scriptwriters, and sensible event organizers.
While successfully managing Qfirst Property Investment Group, Marites dedicates her time and effort in guiding and advising
her clients on strategies of achieving their financial goals through property investment while at the same time producing and
aiming for high quality shows to further strengthen business partnerships, interracial community relationships, fashion and beauty
exhibitions.
Marites Novis, with a force of more than a decade of experience and skills, manages with dedication her empires Qfirst Property
Investment Group and MFN Productions that offer high quality services with endless range of possibilities built from trust and
credibility from their most treasured clients.

Ò Dr Julie Chio Nuñez, OAM
Julie Chio Nunez is a well-known community leader and educator who is a multi-awardee
having received recognition for her outstanding contribution to the community. She has been
awarded the honour as Blacktown Woman of the Year in 2010 during the International Women’s
Day Celebration; Premier’s Award for Community Service in 2011 and in 2013 she was given
distinguish medal of honour of New South Wales, the Medal of the Order of Australia by
the NSW Governor General Marie Bashir. She is married to Dioscoro P. Nunez, a certified
Geologist in NSW.
She has been acknowledged and given recognition by the Ateneo de Zamboanga University
as an Outstanding Alumna of the Year in 2013 where she graduated with highest honours-
Valedictorian, Summa Cum Laude. She has also received the USC Most Outstanding Alumni
Award (Semper Fidelis Award) in 2011 from the University of San Carlos, Cebu City where
she graduated her Ph. D in Education Degree. She has been a recipient of the Fulbright-Hays
Scholarship and completed her second Master’s Degree in Education from Ohio University in
Athens, Ohio, USA.
She has been teaching Catechism to public school children for over ten years and she is an active Bilingual Community Educator.
She has organised and delivered numerous information sessions and workshops on Healthy Eating, Family Harmony and Healthy
Relationships, Diabetes Awareness, etc. to promote the wellbeing of the members of the community. She is the Founder and
Adviser of Buhay Dalisay and a member of various non-profit community organisations such as the Philippine Health Care
Association of Australia-Philippine Nurses Association (PHCAA-PNA), Ateneo Alumni Association of Australia, Chavacano
Association and others.
As Justice of the Peace and her involvement in various religious and civic groups her contribution to the community is remarkable
and she tries to be of service to others at every opportunity. In so doing she has tried to promote peace, harmony and cooperation
among the members of the community.
Ò
Azucena Quiamco Piosik
Zennie, as her friends call her, hails from Dumaguete City in Central Philippines. She
came to Australia when she married a young Polish-German guy and they had two boys,
Danny and Mark. However, at an early age of 35, she became a widow. A hardworking
and dedicated mother, Zennie single-handedly raised her two boys and dedicated herself
to rearing her two boys whom she sent to private schools. Now grown-up men, Mark
is building his own home in Minto while Danny is newly married and happily starting a
family. She can’t wait to be a pretty granny.
Zennie has an outgoing personality and enjoys the company of friends travelling
overseas and places of interest in Australia. She attends parties and events and loves
dancing and eating in clubs, in her home and friends’ houses. She is a passionate, loving,
caring and responsible woman and is active in community services as volunteer helping
the disadvantaged. With her character traits and pleasing personality, she is a role model
for her sons, nieces and nephews who are around her.
She is an active Director of Alliance of Philippine Community Organisations, Inc. (APCO) and other Filipino Australian
organisations.
Ò Inday Rojas Rowland
Inday Rojas Rowland is a native of Bohol. She had her secondary education at the Sacred
Heart Academy, finished Pre-Nursing and Liberal Arts at the University of Bohol. She
later got employed as purchaser for six years at a boutique owned by her cousin.
In 1978 she got married to William Nathaniel Rowland and she migrated to Australia in
1978. William and Inday are blessed with a son, Wayne John who is a basketball player
and a retailer at Joyce Mayne.
Inday is very active in the Filipino Australian community organisations. She was a
member of the Management Committee of Illawarra Filipino and Multicultural Womens
Group (IFMWG), then was an Assistant Treasurer for three years, Committee Officer for
three years and Support Committee and member for 34 years.
Inday is an active member of Australian Philippine Association (APA) for 40 yrs and at
Club Filipino Illawara (CFI) for 20 years.
She loves dancing, walking and cooking and giving support to the Filipino Australian community.

Ò Coleto Quodala Andino
A loving and caring father and husband, Coleto was born 73 summers ago in Caoayan,
Ilocos Sur. His parents Gil and Josefina moved to Baguio when he was just a toddler
where he attended his Secondary Education in Saint Louis Boys High. In the Philippine
College of Arts and Trade (PCAT) he graduated with the degree of B. S. in Stationary
and Marine Engineering then went back to Baguio and graduated with the degree
of BS Electrical Engineering in Saint Louis University. His main career was in
communication systems which brought him practically around the world.
In 1991, the Andino family migrated to Australia. Coleto is married to Josefina, a
teacher at Saint Teresa’s College, Baguio City and they are blessed with 3 children.
Daughter Janice is a nurse who resides in the USA with her husband, Joffrey Alagao,
and 3 children Jadon, Jolene Colette and Juliette. Son Christopher Rich is an Officer
in Department of Immigration and lives in Canberra with his wife, Priscilla OLaco a
nurse and children Clara Elena and Cole Jack Patrick while another son, Michael Robert is a pre-school teacher in
Melbourne where he resides with his fiancé, Julia Kurolkova, a lawyer.
Romy, as his friends call him, is a member of Saint Louis Alumni Association. He received a recognition award from
the Minister of Communication in Syria in the year 1996 and from the Mayor of Cornwall, England year 1999.
Coleto has almost all the qualities of a perfect family man. He is a good provider, honest, kind, generous, energetic,
humble and hardworking. For him, God is the main instrument in his fulfilled and happy life.
Ò Benjamin Avila Bongat
Born and raised in Goa, Camarines Sur, Benjamin whose nickname is Ben finished
his secondary education at Camarines Norte High School and graduated with the
degree in Business Administration at Memorial College, Daet, Camarines Norte. After
graduation he was employed as Operations Manager of Bongat Security and Detective
Agency in Region A.
Ben migrated to Australia in April 1988, got married to Editha Inton Bongat in Sydney
and they have five children and 15 grand children. A devoted and hardworking father,
Ben held a job at a French Bakery and as Security Officer. He loves dancing, watching
movies and baking . Ben and Edith own and manage Benedith Cake.
Benjamin is the current President of Bicol League Inc., past president of ADOLP for
two years and now an Adviser. He is also a Director of PASSCI and past Director of
FAME. Ben is a recipient of numerous appreciation and recognition awards from Consul General of Philippine
Consulate, President of PASSCI and from the Mayor of Fairfield City.
Ò Nathaniel Gale
Niel Thomas as he is fondly called by friends, was born and raised in Manila.
He is a loving husband to Estela and they are blessed with 4 children, one girl
and three boys Neil started to sing at age 5 and joined a high school band in
1977 where he was the guitarist/singer. While enrolled at the Polytechnic
University of the Philippines, he passed the audition as a rondalla member/
guitarist; band/combo singer/guitarist; choir member and school athlete. Only
one of those is enough to qualify him for a full scholarship and he graduated
with the degree of Bachelor of Business Management Major in Marketing in
PUP. Nathaniel played and was a basketball team captain and he also joined the
school swimming and baseball teams.
Nathaniel was a senior member and Assistant Instructor in school combat aikido, gaining his black belt
degree under school master Mr. Domingo.
After graduation, he worked at the Philippine Airlines from 1990 to 1998. He traveled free anywhere in the
Philippines as his benefit. With passion to perform, he tried several singing contests and won four times in
different competitions. With a great passion for music, Neil has been performing since 1999.

Ò Felix Geolagon
Felix was born in Pilar, Bohol. He finished his secondary education from
Villaroma College in Paco, Manila and then graduated with a degree in
Bachelor of Commerce major in Marketing from Arellano University
Manila. He was a working student during his college years by getting a
job as waiter in Taverna Restaurant in Ermita, Manila. At present, he is
employed as carer.
Felix is active in Filipino Australian community organisations. He is
one of the directors of Concerned Citizens for Over 50’s and is a Bronze
Legacy supporter of NARRA Co-operative Ltd. He enjoys singing and
dancing.
He is a proud father of his only daughter who is also residing in Sydney.
Ò Colin J Lay
Engr Colin J Lay was born and raised in England, had his early education
at Glyn County Grammar School, Epsom and graduated with the degree
of Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at
Brunel University London.
Before retirement, Colin worked at Advisian, Scott Lister, TfNSW
Transport Projects Division, Railcorp, State Rail Authority of NSW, Rail
Infrastructure Corporation, Rail Access Corporation, Halcrow Group,
Transmark and British Rail.
He is happily married to Rose Lay and have one handsome son, Alistair. A
devoted husband and father, Colin loves watching TV and the company
of friends karaokeing and dancing.
Ò Reonell Galang Luz
Reonell, the eldest of five children, was born in Manila and grew up in the
UP Diliman Campus and had his elementary and high school education
at UPIS. He enrolled in Philippine School of Business Administration
but shifted to learn basic electrical skills in Meralco Foundation. He
migrated to Australia in 2000 and took Certificate Courses in Information
Technology and Office Administration in TAFE.
At present he works in Daikin Australia as team leader in manufacturing.
He is a person who learns fast and works without too much supervision.
In 2018, he was sent by Daikin in Thailand and was one of the speakers
in the workshop.
His son, Princeton, is not only academically number 1 in Ateneo Grade School Year 9, but also
topped in competitions in math, science, public speaking and writing. A devout Catholic, he serves
as acolyte at Sunday mass in Dela Strada Q.C, Reonell guides his son despite their distance. As a
son and a brother, Reonell is generous and caring. He enjoys watching movies and sports and has
great interest in history.
He is an active member of the Alliance of Philippine Community Organisations, Inc.

Ò Efren Herrera Padagas
Efren Padagas was born in Marikina City, Philippines. He studied BS Fine Arts
at Far Eastern University ( FEU ). He is married to Carmelita Padagas and they
are happily blessed with two kids named Kimberly 11 years old and Edward 8
years old. Efren and family migrated in Australia in 2005.
Efren is a Graphic Artist by profession. An inborn artist, he loves to paint
natures and personal portraits. He also loves Photography, Videography, Acting
and Music. He’s a former character actor in the Philippines. Worked with the
famous actor in the Philippines before like Rudy Fernandez, Cesar Montano,
Ronaldo Valdez, Tirso Cruz III , Gabby Conception, Janno Gibs, Rosanna
Roces, Vhong Navarro and many others .
He continued with great success his passion in the world of entertainment in
Sydney as emcee and performer in various Filipino community events. He is
the Founder and Vocalist of the band Trio called the “Mega Heartz”.
Efren is the PRO and the Graphic Artist of the Filipino Australian Community Association in Eastern
Sydney (FACAES).
Ò Domingo Reyes Perdon
Domingo “Nonoy” Perdon is father of two grown up children both born and
grew up in Sydney. He migrated to Sydney in 1981 and has been the publisher
of the community newspaper Bayanihan News since 1998. Together with the
late brother writer and historian Renato Perdon, he has been active chronicler
of the growth of the Philippine-Australian community in Sydney including the
promotion of Philippine culture and history in the Filipino diaspora in Australia.
He finished B.S. Journalism in Manila.
Nonoy also serves as volunteer assistant pastor in a Filipino-Australian Christian
congregation for many years. He is married to Belinda a hospital nurse. In
addition to being a publisher, Nonoy also serves as writer, photographer and
news reporter for his community publication, actively networking with the
community’s newsmakers and advocacies, and overseas sources of Philippine news and stories.
Ò Bob Reyes
Bob Reyes is an accomplished graphic design artist and business owner
with more than 25 years of experience providing graphic design, desktop
publishing and multimedia services to the government, private companies and
non-profit organisations. His Sydney-based business, Alkei Type & Graphics
Pty Ltd, is one of the leading graphic design and multimedia services provider
(photography and video) in NSW, for various Ethnic-Australian community
associations.
Prior to moving to Australia in the late 1980s, Bob worked as a graphic designer
in the Middle East (Iran and Bahrain) and ran a graphic design business in the
Central Business District of Makati in Manila, Philippines. Having carved a
successful career in graphic design, he is also a much sought-after professional
multimedia editor, photographer and videographer using only the latest
software technologies, and video production equipment.
Bob studied Advertising Arts at the prestigious University of Santo Tomas (UST) College of Architecture
& Fine Arts in the Philippines as well as Television and Video Production at Tehran Technical College
in Iran.

Plaza Filipino was formed
on June 2003 and launched
to the public on 8 August
2003 with 55 founding members.
It was registered with the Office
of Fair Trading as a non-profit
organisation on 10 November
2003 and its main purpose is to
build a Filipino Social and Cultural
Centre in Metropolitan Sydney.
Plaza Filipino’s Vision and Mission Statements summarises the aspirations this organisation hopes to bring to the
Filipino community in Australia. A list of charitable purposes that best describe Plaza
Filipino include: raising the public awareness of the Filipino culture and heritage;
highlighting and nurturing Filipino talent in matters of the arts, music, literature and
craftsmanship; providing world-class
Teen Models, Australia (2004)
facilities for their practice; and promoting
Philippine sport and recreation.
Master & Miss Tiny Tots (2004)
Happy 16th Anniversary, Plaza Filipino!
Among the many projects successfully
initiated by Plaza Filipino are:
Plaza Filipino made its grand appearance
at the Sydney Olympic Park Homebush,
NSW on 18 September 2004 with its first
Fiesta Extravaganza. The opening act
featured the “Pambato Band”, a rondalla
group of young Filipino Australians elegantly dressed in Barong Tagalog
and led by Jun Javier. The fiesta was the culmination of the search for
the Filipino Australian Idol, Master and Miss Tiny Tots and the Teen
Models,
Australia.
A fete of
sumptuous
f o o d s ,
children games and parade of cultural dress among
participants and guests were held on the day. The evening
was capped with the glitzy “Night of a Thousand Stars”,
song and dance event with Roanne Monte (Miss Saigon
London) as guest artist.
Plaza Filipino launched the Mrs. Philippines-Australia
Pageant acknowledging women and the great role they
make in moulding the future of the Filipina woman in
Australia. The Mrs. Philippines-Australia showcased the beauty and grace that are the remarkable traits of Filipino
wives and mothers. The caring and loving character of the Filipina is the hallmark that made
these occasions very special. They were formidable and determined partners in our cause.
Bingo Social in July! This social game is as important as the players themselves, for each
anniversary our loyal
members and supporters
come and join us to celebrate
our small victories, and above
all to renew friendships.
Independence Day
Trivia. Plaza Filipino’s
Independence Day Trivia
was our way of celebrating
the 111th Anniversary of the
Declaration of Philippine
The need to feel the same particular habits, values,
attitude and style of behaviour, their customs, folklore,
rituals and ceremonies ensured the early Filipinos a place
in the culture in which they were born.
From the book ‘Plaza Filipino’ by Manuel Roux, Filipino-Australian writer and community leader
Maria Bock and Escort
Mrs Philippines-Australia
2005 Runner Up
Artist Daisy Ann Gonzalez Cumming with Consul
General Anne Jalando-on Louis at the Art for the Heart
Tribute to Fathers and Mothers 2015

Independence. It went unusually well with the quick
unspoken rule being the norm; Phone a Friend.
Participants on the game day came with their thinking
caps and vast energy of resourcefulness.
Plaza Filipino Mini-Pinoy Festival. A celebration of
harvest, a feast to offer our heartfelt gratitude for all the blessings we
continue to receive. And so we cook the fruits of our labour like we do
at home; there is enough for everyone. And as before … they all came.
Art for a Cause Drive. This event raised the bar to which Plaza Filipino
approaches its future planned activities. The Filipino-
Ambassador for Culture and the Arts 2016 Australian community had a taste of what a local artist
can do given the sweeping accolades from satisfied art
patrons. Artists are given a forum to express their talents in
whatever areas they excel. Plaza Filipino is committed to
raise this awareness in the community, acknowledging that
great talents are out there and Plaza Filipino will continue
to showcase
them.
Support
for the
Marcus and
Michelle Show. The first-ever independent community TV show in
Sydney that highlights Filipino-Australian arts, culture and heritage
in a contemporary and multi-media format. In 2016, the Media,
Entertainment & Arts Alliance (MEAA) selected the show as one of
18 media projects in the running for the Walkley Grants for Innovation
in Journalism, sponsored by Google Australia.
Support of various associations in and around the Campbeltown Area Tribute to Mothers 2014
including the Sedgwick Housing Co-op Ltd, Concerned Citizen for Over
50’s, Filipino Women’s Support Group of Macarthur Inc, Australian Filipino Support Group of NSW Inc, Global
Ilocanos Australia Inc, Minto Prayer Group, Macquarie Field Prayer Group, Blessed Pedro Calungsod Inc, and the
Sto Nino Association of Macarthur
through fundraising initiatives and
Induction of Narra Officers 2015
social networking events.
Support of NARRA’s Ambassadors
of Culture and the Arts and Tribute to
Mothers and Fathers fundraising events.
Collaborations with the newly-formed
Co-operative in 2013 to accelerate
plans of building a community centre
for Filipino-Australians. It is through
this collaboration that the Philippine-
Australian Culture, Arts and
Innovation Central (ACI Central) in
Campbelltown City, Sydney was born.
Ambassador for Culture and the Arts 2015
CONGRATULATIONS FROM YOUR PLAZA FILIPINO INC PRESIDENTS
JAIME LOPEZ
(2003-2005)
MANUEL ROUX
(2006-2007)
VIOLETA MIGUEL
(2008-2010)
REYNALDO MORCILLA
(2011-2012)
DAISY ANN CUMMING
(2013)
RISE ROUX
(2014)
ELIZABETH ESCANDOR
(2015)
MICHELLE BALTAZAR
(2016-2018)
CARMENCHU GRESHAM
(2019)
On 8 August 2003 we dreamt to have a Centre, on the 13th Anniversary,
on 8 August 2016, our dream became reality.

2019 NARRA CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED OFFICERS
PRESIDENT - Albert Prias • VICE-PRESIDENT - Fredisinda Buchlak • SECRETARY - Carmen Fraser • ASST SECRETARY
- Josephine Tada • TREASURER - Jimmy Lopez • ASST TREASURER - Josephine de los Reyes • DIRECTORS - Charles
Chan, Carmenchu Gresham and Rose Lay • INTERNAL AUDITOR - Josefina Musa • PRO - Marcus Rivera • PUBLIC
OFFICER - Emma Braceros • ACI MANAGER - Marc Baylon • COMMITTEE CHAIRS - Michelle Baltazar, Leo Ceniza, Daisy
Cumming, Elizabeth Escandor, Ed Escultura, Violy Escultura, Myrma Lopez, Reynaldo Morcilla, Bob Reyes, Manny Roux

NAMING RIGHTS – Plaza Filipino Inc, Jaime, Myrma and Jefferson Lopez, Leon Aguila Association, Maria Viray Singh, Antonio and Carolina Boado
GOLD LEGACY – Dr Raul and Dr Arlene Amor; Ester Arador; Cleo, Michelle, Michael, Edgar and Augusta Baltazar; Grace Canaveral, Vicky Chew, Daisy Ann and Robert Cumming;
Josephine de los Reyes; Elizabeth, Angeles, Jessica and Marybeth Escandor, Flagcom and Friends, Jessie and Evelyn Icao, Elizabeth Lakin, Rey, Shirley, Daryl, Raychelle and Vincent
Morcilla, Manuel and Rise Roux, Anna Yuan
SILVER LEGACY – Ingrid and Max Acosta, Aida Basto, Catalina Bautista, Emma Braceros, Marlon Cabillo, Charles Chan, Leo Ceniza, Edgar and Violeta Escultura, Edgardo and
Elizabeth Fernandez, Carmenchu Gresham, Colin and Rose Lay, Carol Manaloto, Albert Prias, John and Jane Reyes, Santiago and Tita Saludo, Sedgwick Housing Co-operative
Limited, Josephine and Masahiro Tada, Kreative Travel
BRONZE LEGACY – Adhika Inc, Dr Anton and Kate Andres, Manny and Gwen Apalisok, Dolores Amarille, Zenaida Aruta, Remigio Biala, Antonio Boado, Carolina Boado, Alma
Bolivar, Neptali Bondoc, Edwin, Maricar and Eliezer Bringas, Leo, Rosario and Tessie Bringas, Fredisinda Buchlak, John and Violi Calvert, Fe Isabel Sarenas-Cavanna, Dr Bernadette
and Jun Dulawan, Maurillo and Elsie Felipe, Engr Ferdi and Dr Cora Francisco, Filipino Women Support Group MacArthur, Vito and Dida Garin, Global Ilocanos Australia Inc,
Agustina Hatherly, Fe Hayward, Josephine and Jasmine Henry, Imelda Hooper, Marrisa Houston, Farokhsereshti Jalal, Elsa Limhoc, Hilario and Maria Lopez, Ignacio, Yrna and
Lheo Lopez, Josephine Machler, Remi Macina, Carol Manaloto, Maritess Manese, Remedios Masian, Estrella and Max McKinnon, Manny and Jean Medel, Lee Meekan, Miklos
and Adoracion Meissner, Geffin Musa, Gerardo Musa, Josefina Musa, Dr Enrico Navea, Andrea Niblett, Graham and Virgie Nicholls, Emmie Nikolaou, Czarina Noriega, Rebecca
Noriega, Teresa Pacubas, Manny and Ellen Padilla, Ronald and Vivian Patawaran, Jemima Pal, Danny Peralta, Otto Pirko, James Quinto, Joventino Remotigue, Bob and Tess Reyes,
Rudy and Maria Reyes, Marcus Rivera, Florita Rontidis, Tita and Sonny Saludo, Remedios Sie, Amelia Silla, Nenita Still, Teresita Sunga, Hazel Urqueza, Victor and Millie Valdez,
James Vargas, Mansueto and Leticia Villon, Estrella Watts
KAPITBISIG LEGACY - Joy Abangan, Abra Association of Australia, Nenita Abuel, Ingrid Acosta, Max Acota, Danilo Adriano, Jesusa Agcaoili, Noel Aguilar, Miguel Alvarez, Dolores
Amarille. Rodolfo Antonio, Ester Arador, Zenaida Aruta, Fe Ayson, Brian Lorenz Babon, Tom Baena, Cleo Baltazar, Michelle Baltazar, Sale Banas, Catalina Bautista, Marc Baylon, BCF
Alumni Association, Becol Holdings P/L, Sally Belmoro, Carlina Benitez, Remigio Biala, Luzminda Bickerstaff, Nita Blando, Linda Rose Bishop, Blessed Pedro Calungsod Association
Inc, Maria Louise Bock, Alma Bolivar, Imelda Bondoc, Neptali Bondoc, Christopher Booth, Maria Borg, Lorinda Boros, Emma Braceros, Rita Brocken Hauss Shack, Fredisinda
Buchlak, Andrea Butler, Bernadette Cabanilla, Cristina Cabanilla, Daniel Cabanilla, Evita Cabanilla, Marcelo Cabillo, Eloisa Camero, Grace Canaveral, Marx Canoy, Rose Canoy,
Darryll Carbonell, Francia Carbonell, Carolina Carlos, Rodney Cavallo, Pedro Cesar Cendana, Christie Ceniza, Emily Ceniza, Leo Ceniza, Charles Chan, Florina Chandler, Vicky Chew,
Emma Clark, Robert Clarke, Rosario Coloma, Concerned Citizens for Over 50’s, Luzviminda Creary, Daisy Ann Cumming, Robert Edward Cumming, Sophie Dalisay, Brenda de la
Sala, Robert de la Sala, Brendan de la Sala, Emma de Vera, Ric de Vera, Joselito de los Reyes, Josephine de los Reyes, Mae Ann delos Santos, Felicisimo David, Jonathan Decinilla,
Dorothy del Villar, Roy Dequina, Design 43, Manny Diel, Cybelle Dione, Pitz Dorninger, Dr Bernadette Dulawan, Elizabeth Escandor, Edgar Escultura, Violeta Escultura, Frederick
Esplanada, Flagcom and Friends, Elsie Felipe, Elizabeth Fernandez, Joan Ferrer, Filipinas Dance Group, Filipino Women’s Support Group of McArthur, Vicente Flores, Florenda
Ford, Carmelita Fraser, Evelyn Garcia, Lourdes Garcia, Dida Garin, Garen Gavarra, Macrina Gavarra, Ballina Gee, Felix Geolagon, Luisita Gillman, Global Ilocanos Australia Inc,
Edward Gomez, Ma Elma Gomez, Renato Gomez, Carmenchu Gresham, Criz Guce, Bobby Harrison, Agustina Hatherly, Paul Hawker, Fe Hayward, Luz Heradurra, Juliet Horrel,
Imelda Hooper, Marrisa Houston, Jessie Icao, Carol Israel, Joseph Javier, Jastel International, Cristina Jensen, Eufrasia Kehagis, Mary Ann Klarnett, Christoph Krause, Eduardo
la Sala, Laureano Labayo, Ma. Aileen Labiga, Desiree Lamont, Elizabeth Lakin, Helen Lava, Josephine Lawson, Rosalina Lay, Leon Aguila Association, Catherine Li, Elsa Limhoc,
Paola Llorando, Jimmy Lopez, Leonides Lopez, Myrma Lopez, Veronica Lopez, Ruben Lucero, Reonel Luz, Lily Ma, Emmanuel Machler, Josephine Machler, Remi Macina, Remedios
Masian, Marissa McCarthy, Estrella McKinnon, Macquarie Fields Prayer Group, Carol Manaloto, Rie Manaloto, Meizl Manese, Dante Maribay, Alice Martin, Jinky Trio Marsh,
Lilibeth McAndrew, Maharlika Inc, Bernadette Malvizo, Robert Manila, Sennie Masian, Remely Masmela, Manny Medel, Meekan Realty Valuations, Adoracion Meissner, Micklos
Meissner, Esperanza Megino, Luis Mendoza, Ricky Mendoza, Luis Mendoza, Tarkan Mete, Violeta Miguel, Mindanao Ethnic Dance Group, Minto Prayer Group, Dennis Monte,
Roanne Monte, Rosemae Monte, Triza Monte, Eufemia Morales, Reynaldo Morcilla, Shirley Morcilla, Aida Morden, Larry Muldong, Virgie Narvasa, Corazon Navarro, Enrico Navea,
Graham Nichols, Virgie Nichols, Emmie Nikolau, Eddie Noriega, Rebecca Noriega, Jerry O’brien, Flordelina Obille, Noemi Ognilla, Gemma Origines, Aristotle Ortanez, Loel Ortiz,
Teresa Pacubas, Manuel Padilla, Eleanor Padilla, Liza Padole, Gilda Pagaduan, Jemima Pal, Roberto Pangilinan, Noel Parale, Cora Paras, Ruben Pasion, Ronald Patawaran, Danny
Peralta, Penelope Perfecto, Yolanda Piercy, Otto Pirko, Yolanda Polinar, Maria Victoria Ponferrada, Joey Portes, Albert Prias, Cosme Purugganan, Pilar Quilliam, James Quinto,
Amor Ramos, Lolita Reddel, Joventino Remotigue, Antonio Reyes, Bob Reyes, John Reyes, Maria Reyes, Rodolfo Reyes, Marcus Rivera, Helen Rogaris, Florida Rontidis, Manuel
Roux, Rise Roux, Emily Rudd, Debbie Rutland, Roberto Sacilotto, Saint Louis University Alumni Association, Reia Salazar, Tita Saludo, Sonny Saludo, Belinda Saulog, Dorothea
Sawyer, Amelia Silla, Concepcion Singh, Maria Singh, Charito Sison, Nenita Still, Teresita Sunga, Josephine Tada, Tristan Tagle, Louisa Tagudin, Julieta Teodoro, Carmencita
Thompson, Timek Iti La Union Inc, Josie Tong, George Torres, Erlinda Trinidad, Emerson Tuason, Victor Valdez, James Vargas, Segundo Vasquez Jr, Dexter Villahermosa, Mansueto
Villon, Wattlegrove Prayer Group, Estrella Watts, Josephine Weatherly, Rosa Westland, Wilhelmina Wilson, Anna Yuan, Luz Zafra, Ligaya Zapalla, Evelyn Zaragoza, Marie Zawadka

2019 PLAZA FILIPINO OFFICERS
President - Carmenchu Gresham • Vice President - Bob Reyes • Secretary - Fredisinda Buchlak • Treasurer -
Jimmy Lopez • Directors - Emma Braceros, Josie Musa & Marcus Rivera • Internal Auditor - Josephine de los Reyes
• PRO - Marc Baylon • Advisers - Manny Roux, Violeta Miguel, Reynaldo Morcilla, Daisy Ann Cumming, Rise Roux,
Elizabeth Escandor, and Michelle Baltazar