Multicultural Council of Griffith

16/06/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

Ken Di Reid, Ananya Basappa, Leslie VirtudazoLadaga BajaLacre, Minji Jeong

16/06/2026

For your information- for those planning to apply.
Have a read.

Australia’s Pacific Engagement stream visa (PEV) ballot for 2026-27 opens on 1 July 2026!

It’s a NEW ballot and registrations from previous ballots are not included in this draw.

To be able to apply for a PEV, you must:
1️⃣Register in the PEV ballot.
2️⃣If you are then selected in the ballot, you’ll be invited to apply for a visa.

People of all skill levels, genders and occupations from the following countries can enter the ballot:
- Federated States of Micronesia
- Fiji
- Kiribati
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Republic of Marshall Islands
- Samoa
- Solomon Islands
- Timor Leste
- Tonga
- Tuvalu

Learn more about how to register at: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/pacific-engagement/subclass-192-pacific-engagement-stream

13/06/2026

The local Griffith Filipino community celebrated the 128th Independence Day.

celebrated its 128th Independence Day on June 12, 2026. This historic date, June 12, 1898, commemorates the proclamation of independence by General Emilio Aguinaldo, freeing the nation from Spanish rule.

Griffith’s vibrant Filipino community continues to share this proud heritage and enrich our multicultural city.

12/06/2026

Would you like to work for the 2026 CENSUS distributing the forms? Check it out.

Find out about Census jobs

12/06/2026

FYI: CENSUS 11 Aug 2026.

What is a CENSUS

The Census happens every 5 years and counts everyone living in Australia.

The information collected helps plan hospitals, schools, transport and community services, and helps multicultural communities receive the support they need.

The information you provide in the Census is confidential.

Everyone should be counted, regardless of background, nationality or visa status.

🗣️ Help and translated information are available in many languages.

❤️ Every answer helps your community.

Census Night is nearly here, Tuesday 11 August 2026.
When the night comes, set aside some time to complete it with your household. Learn more at census.abs.gov.au

10/06/2026

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Bradley Wilson, G'gina Lala Tmkn, Arcanjo N Baptista

08/06/2026

Kangaroos in Australia

02/06/2026

June 2, 2026, 80 years.
Today is Italian Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica) — celebrating 80 years since June 2, 1946, when Italians voted to become a republic. Historic moment: it was the first time Italian women could vote!
From the military parade in Rome to the Frecce Tricolori painting the sky with green, white, and red, it’s a day of democracy, freedom, and national pride.

02/06/2026

Samoa Independence Day is celebrated on June 1. 2026 marks the 64 years since Samoa gained independence on January 1, 1962 and the first pacific island country to gain independence in the 20th century.

02/06/2026

-Leste celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of independence. Traditional dance
With Consulate-General of Timor-Leste. Bruno.