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Retro Radio: Filipina Australian actress Charlotte Nicdao on life before Mythic Quest
Filipina-Australian actress first performed when she was nine years old with her friends in a playground. Their pop group 'Chocolate'. Charlotte Nicdao wrote all the music and lyrics to the songs they performed. She starred in several Australian TV shows before her lead role as 'Poppy' in the US series Mythic Quest. Charlotte is one of two daughters of Filipino-Australian actor Alfred Nicdao. LISTEN TO SBS Filipino 27/06/2025 16:11 Filipino The Nicdao Family. Growing up Charlotte's parents, Alfred and Louise, surrounded their home with music. Louise would play the piano while Alfred would strum the guitar with his Jingle Songbook Credit: with permission from Alfred Nicdao When I was three years old, my dad gave me a tape recorder, and I just sat there for ages, taping songs about random things. Ever since, I have never stopped singing. The first song I ever wrote about was about if I were a snail Charlotte Nicdao on how she discovered her love for singing Charlotte Nicdao recently wrote and directed 'Asian Male, 60s, LEAD' with his father Alfred Nicdao in the lead role. It screened in the recently concluded 2025 St Kilda Film Festival. Credit: with permission from Alfred Nicdao 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino 📲 Catch up episodes and stories – Visit or stream on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Youtube Podcasts , and SBS Audio app.
SBS Australia
a day ago
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'Where's the servo? What's an arvo?': What surprised Filipinos in the Aussie region of Toowoomba
Adjusting to Australian slang, social norms, and the quieter pace of life takes patience and time for many newcomers. While many locals in regional towns are friendly and open, some Filipino residents have faced instances of racism and cultural misunderstanding. Local Filipino groups and gatherings in Toowoomba provide vital support, helping new migrants connect, share resources, and celebrate culture together. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST SBS Filipino 27/06/2025 12:13 Filipino While big Australian cities like Sydney and Melbourne have traditionally attracted migrants, a growing number of Filipinos are choosing regional towns such as Toowoomba in Queensland. Drawn by job opportunities and family reunification, the quieter lifestyle offers a new way of living away from the urban hustle. According to the 2021 Census, approximately 1,600 Toowoomba residents were born in the Philippines, highlighting the city's growing Filipino community. However, newcomers face unique challenges, including adjusting to unfamiliar local accents, quieter weekends, and the search for traditional Filipino flavours. Listen to the podcast and hear the stories of Roberto Garcia, Edna McLennan, Feli Lacorte, Ricker Feril, Emmanuel Rodriguez, and Maricris Bracamonte. 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
SBS Australia
2 days ago
- Business
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SBS News in Filipino, Friday 27 June 2025
Iran's Supreme leader is claiming his country won its war with Israel. Two of Australia's big four banks are predicting a cut in interest rates when the Reserve Bank next meets following better-than-expected inflation numbers. A new national lung cancer screening program will be rolled out from the first of July in Australia. LISTEN TO SBS Filipino 27/06/2025 07:45 Filipino 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
SBS Australia
2 days ago
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What are the changes to student and employer-sponsored visas starting July 1?
The new student visa application fee is AUD $2,000, up from $1,600. There are also changes to the salary or income threshold for the skilled stream, and a new minimum amount will be introduced. Know the differences between the Core Skills Occupation List and other skilled occupation lists. 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
SBS Australia
4 days ago
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SBS Filipino Radio Program, Tuesday 24 June 2025
How changes to policies to limit international student numbers, including higher visa fees and slower processing, have hit independent education providers. How to enter names when filling out forms in Australia, and know the process for changinga surname in Australia. In May, Peraan, hear the story of a Melbourne plantita who went from selling one plant on Facebook to now owning a store and an event space. SBS Filipino 24/06/2025 44:21 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
