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The Ambassador's Year-End Message
November 2021, CANBERRA - Press Release
The Inter-agency Committee on the Celebration of the Month of Overseas Filipinos is inviting the Filipino community in Australia to a virtual forum on 24 November to celebrate the resilience of overseas Filipinos during the global pandemic.
The forum will feature officials from the Philippine government who will discuss the programs and services that overseas Filipinos may avail of. There will also be a panel discussion with Filipino community leaders in Australia who will share stories of Bayanihan that shaped the interaction and community-building of overseas Filipinos in Australia.
Overseas Filipinos have been significantly impacted by the health and economic challenges brought about by the pandemic. The virtual forum will highlight the resilience of Filipinos living overseas and the committed and unceasing support of the Philippine government to their welfare.
To join the Forum please log on via Zoom or click the link below:
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PH offers low-risk Retail Treasury Bonds until 26 November
Online Forum on 22 November
... On Nov 22 at 6pm AEST... Go To Online Forum
PH offers low-risk Retail Treasury Bonds until 26 November
Online Forum on 22 November
Online Forum on 22 November
12 November 2021 , CANBERRA — The Bureau of the Treasury of the Philippines will launch the 26th tranche of the Retail Treasury Bonds (RTB 26) on 16 November 2021. RTBs are fixed-income securities which guarantee the holder quarterly interest payments over a period of 5.5 years. With minimum investment of PHP5,000.00, RTBs are low-risk and affordable savings investment and yield higher interest compared to savings accounts and time deposits.
The Bureau of the Treasury of the Philippines will host an online forum on 22 November 2021 at 6:00 to 7:00 PM (Canberra time) to introduce RTB 26 and discuss opportunities for overseas Filipinos to invest, earn and contribute to Philippine nation-building. Proceeds from the issuance of the RTB will be directed to the country's emergency, recovery and resiliency funds to support the country following the effects brought about by COVID-19.
The Bureau of the Treasury notes the continued interest of overseas Filipinos in the government's retail bond offerings. The webinar on 22 November is also part of the Philippine government's efforts in promoting financial literacy and inclusion among Filipinos.
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The Bureau of the Treasury of the Philippines will host an online forum on 22 November 2021 at 6:00 to 7:00 PM (Canberra time) to introduce RTB 26 and discuss opportunities for overseas Filipinos to invest, earn and contribute to Philippine nation-building. Proceeds from the issuance of the RTB will be directed to the country's emergency, recovery and resiliency funds to support the country following the effects brought about by COVID-19.
The Bureau of the Treasury notes the continued interest of overseas Filipinos in the government's retail bond offerings. The webinar on 22 November is also part of the Philippine government's efforts in promoting financial literacy and inclusion among Filipinos.
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Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan’s newly commissioned installation
This exhibition runs until 18 December 2021
More Information on the Exhibition
Instagram Page
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#IamFilAussie in Sunny Queensland
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Watch Facebook Video on #IamFilAussie
Beware African Swine Fever
Australia is free from African swine fever. Queenslanders need to remain on alert for African swine fever as the serious disease of pigs continues to spread in neighbouring countries.
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Agribusiness Portfolio
The publication was prepared by the Philippine government to provide livelihoods to returning overseas Filipinos affected by the pandemic. It also provides information on programs and services designed for overseas Filipino investors on opportunities in the Philippines. It includes information on registering a business and government support available such as credit facilities and technology, training programs and linkages.
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Online Seminar on the Retail Dollar Bonds (RDBs)
20 September 2021 – The Embassy of the Philippines in Canberra invites all our kababayan to an Online Seminar on the Retail Dollar Bonds (RDBs) on 28 September 2021 (Tuesday), 6:00PM (AEST).
The RDBs were launched by the Bureau of the Treasury of the Philippines on 15 September 2021 and are being offered as a safe investment opportunity for overseas Filipinos and small investors.
The Bureau of the Treasury will discuss final details on the RDBs and aims to further encourage overseas Filipino investors to mobilize their savings and earn while helping fund the Government’s recovery and resilience programs. RDBs will be offered at a minimum placement of only US$300.
RDB is a low-risk investment security and options for subscription will include identified digital platforms.
Join via http://bit.ly/RDBroadshow
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PRESS RELEASE
PH Launches Low-risk Retail Dollar Bonds;
Part Two of Online Seminar in Australia to be held on 28 September
PH Launches Low-risk Retail Dollar Bonds;
Part Two of Online Seminar in Australia to be held on 28 September
IFEXConnect and FoodPhilippines
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Click to Find out more about FoodPhilippines.
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Virtual Franchise Asia Philippines 2021
03 September 2021, CANBERRA – The Virtual Franchise Asia Philippines 2021, Asia’s biggest franchise show, will be held on the following dates:
Virtual Expo on 8 to 11 September 2021
Virtual Conference on 21 to 23 September 2021
The Virtual Expo is a one-stop shop of franchise and other business investment opportunities for aspiring franchisees who dream of becoming their own boss or seasoned entrepreneurs and investors who want to diversify their investments.
The Virtual Conference, meanwhile, will feature over twenty (20) highly dynamic and curated sessions designed to help the delegates prepare for the future of franchising.
Information on conference program, speakers, registration and other details may be accessed at the expo website.
... See Press Release below:
03 September 2021, CANBERRA – The Virtual Franchise Asia Philippines 2021, Asia’s biggest franchise show, will be held on the following dates:
Virtual Expo on 8 to 11 September 2021
Virtual Conference on 21 to 23 September 2021
The Virtual Expo is a one-stop shop of franchise and other business investment opportunities for aspiring franchisees who dream of becoming their own boss or seasoned entrepreneurs and investors who want to diversify their investments.
The Virtual Conference, meanwhile, will feature over twenty (20) highly dynamic and curated sessions designed to help the delegates prepare for the future of franchising.
Information on conference program, speakers, registration and other details may be accessed at the expo website.
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Celebrating Multicultural Queensland Program's Event Funding round is now open!
Applications close on 12 September 2021.
Learn more and apply now by visiting www.cyjma.qld.gov.au/cmq-program.
Brisbane 12th JUNE SATURDAY 5 PM-12 AM
Come and see the three major landmarks of Brisbane City as they light up with the colours of friendship.
For the Map and more information please Contact:
Connie da Cunha
President, Chamber of Commerce and Industry Australia Philippines Inc
president@cciap.org
m: 0408 419 770
Philippines-Australia Friendship Day (May 2021)
See Facebook for more information - https://www.facebook.com/PHinAustralia/
TNK Webinar on Agribusiness Opportunities in the Philippines on 30 April 2021
The Philippine Trade and Investment Centre-Sydney (PTlC-Sydney) will host a Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan (TNK) webinar on Agribusiness Opportunities in the Philippines on 30 April 2021, 7:00 PM (AEST).
The webinar will discuss opportunities in agriculture and feature experts from the Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Policy Council and Agricultural Training Institute. The agriculture sector, which demonstrated resilience as the pandemic severely affected other sectors of the economy, offers opportunities for investment for Filipinos overseas and returning overseas Filipinos.
This webinar will kick-off the year-long TNK offerings of PTlC-Sydney that will include investing in bonds, stocks and mutual funds (July); franchising (September); and, the local startup system (November). PTlC-Sydney is ready to assist Filipino entrepreneurs and would-be entrepreneurs explore business opportunities in the Philippines and support the country’s economic recovery.
Registration is free for the webinar on Friday through http://bit.ly/TNK1Agri. More information may be found in @DTlSydney Facebook and Instagram.
Sulong Pilipinas 2021: Partners for Progress Pre-SONA Event, 26 April
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is inviting everyone to the “Sulong Pilipinas 2021: Partners for Progress, a Pre-State of the Nation Address (SONA) Economic Development and Infrastructure Clusters Forum” to be livestreamed on 26 April 2021 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM (PST / GMT+8) via http://bit.ly/WatchSulong
FREE WEBINAR ON COVID-19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT (Sydney and Canberra Time)
WHAT: WEBINAR ON COVID 19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT
HOW: Zoom Webinar through the registration link below:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqc-Grrj0jGNb_ELciaio_e-YDmeteWhdQ
See you soon on Zoom!
WHAT: WEBINAR ON COVID 19 and the Australian Labor Market: Impact on Filipino Workers
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
WHEN: March 25 2021 at 5:00 pm AEDT
HOW: Zoom Webinar through the registration link below:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqc-Grrj0jGNb_ELciaio_e-YDmeteWhdQ
See you soon on Zoom!
- 1.) Click join on the confirmation email or follow the alternative methods to log into the meeting at the appointed date and time.
- 2.) Only registered participants will have access to the webinar.
- 3.) Kindly read the program and ground rules so that we may preserve a respectful and highly beneficial
learning experience for all - 4.) Questions regarding registration and joining may be forwarded to poloaustralia@philembassy.org.au
WEBINAR BRIEF
Main Topic :
COVID 19 AND THE AUSTRALIAN LABOUR MARKET: IMPACT ON FILIPINO WORKERS
Objective:
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It also showcases joint efforts by both the Australian demand side and the Philippine supply side of the labour market working in solidarity to address a global pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
POLO has invited a representative from the Fair Works Ombudsman (FWO) to talk on workplace entitlements as well as adjustment in work arrangements relative to the pandemic. For the demand side of the labour market, we have invited a representative of an Australian Placement agency accredited with POLO which caters specifically to Australian companies in need of Filipino workers. We have asked him to focus on the continuing need for our Filipino workers despite the challenges brought about by the pandemic. To speak on Philippine government labour regulations in response to Covid, a representative from POEA will speak on initiatives to ensure that Filipino workers are Covid safe. He will also discuss recent developments in the Philippines relating to the deployment of Filipino workers.
Resource persons:
Jen Sunga – Senior Engagement Office Fair Works Ombudsman
Tony Mitchener – Placement Manager In Work Pty, Ltd
Levinson Alcantara - Director Pre employment Services office POEA
Target audience:
Main Topic :
COVID 19 AND THE AUSTRALIAN LABOUR MARKET: IMPACT ON FILIPINO WORKERS
Objective:
The webinar aims to highlight the effects of Covid 19 on the Australian labour market specifically on the resulting shifts in the demand and supply of Filipino workers. By looking into the needs of Australian employers for workers in critical industries while also addressing the need to provide employment for our Filipino workers, POLO hopes to provide a platform by which to contribute to both countries’ efforts to manage the pandemic. It also showcases joint efforts by both the Australian demand side and the Philippine supply side of the labour market working in solidarity to address a global pandemic. It comes at a perfect time as both countries commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Philippine – Australia diplomatic relations.
POLO has invited a representative from the Fair Works Ombudsman (FWO) to talk on workplace entitlements as well as adjustment in work arrangements relative to the pandemic. For the demand side of the labour market, we have invited a representative of an Australian Placement agency accredited with POLO which caters specifically to Australian companies in need of Filipino workers. We have asked him to focus on the continuing need for our Filipino workers despite the challenges brought about by the pandemic. To speak on Philippine government labour regulations in response to Covid, a representative from POEA will speak on initiatives to ensure that Filipino workers are Covid safe. He will also discuss recent developments in the Philippines relating to the deployment of Filipino workers.
Resource persons:
Jen Sunga – Senior Engagement Office Fair Works Ombudsman
Tony Mitchener – Placement Manager In Work Pty, Ltd
Levinson Alcantara - Director Pre employment Services office POEA
Target audience:
- Filipino workers in Australia as well as prospective applicants from the Philippines
- Filcom leaders/representatives of Filipino organizations in Australia
- Prospective employers including those with currently employed Filipino
workers in Australia - POLO accredited Australian Placement agencies
- POEA licensed Philippine recruitment agencies deploying workers to Australia
PROGRAM
5:00 – 5:10 Introduction and ground rules – Tony Saquing Jr. (POLO Canberra)
5:10 – 5:15 Opening message – Ambassador MA. HELLEN B. DE LA VEGA
(Philippine Embassy, Canberra, Australia)
5:15 – 5:30 Tony Mitchener (Placement Manager - In Work Pty Ltd)
5:30 – 5:35 Open forum/Q&A
5:35 – 5:50 Levinson Alcantara (Director, Pre-Employment Services Office POEA)
- Changes in POEA regulations in response to Covid
- POEA programs and initiatives to ensure Filipino
workers are Covid free
- Recent developments in the Philippines relating to the
deployment of Filipino workers
5:50 – 5:55 Open forum/Q&A
5:55 – 6:10 Jen Sunga (Senior Engagement Officer - Fair Works Ombudsman)
- Workplace entitlements and obligations during the pandemic
- Returning to work, quarantine and isolation
- Pay and leave entitlements
6:10 – 6:15 Open forum/Q&A
6:15 – 6:20 Closing message – Cynthia Lamban (Labor Attache - POLO Canberra)
Webinar administrator – Miguel Paras, POLO Canberra
GROUND RULES
5:00 – 5:10 Introduction and ground rules – Tony Saquing Jr. (POLO Canberra)
5:10 – 5:15 Opening message – Ambassador MA. HELLEN B. DE LA VEGA
(Philippine Embassy, Canberra, Australia)
5:15 – 5:30 Tony Mitchener (Placement Manager - In Work Pty Ltd)
5:30 – 5:35 Open forum/Q&A
5:35 – 5:50 Levinson Alcantara (Director, Pre-Employment Services Office POEA)
- Changes in POEA regulations in response to Covid
- POEA programs and initiatives to ensure Filipino
workers are Covid free
- Recent developments in the Philippines relating to the
deployment of Filipino workers
5:50 – 5:55 Open forum/Q&A
5:55 – 6:10 Jen Sunga (Senior Engagement Officer - Fair Works Ombudsman)
- Workplace entitlements and obligations during the pandemic
- Returning to work, quarantine and isolation
- Pay and leave entitlements
6:10 – 6:15 Open forum/Q&A
6:15 – 6:20 Closing message – Cynthia Lamban (Labor Attache - POLO Canberra)
Webinar administrator – Miguel Paras, POLO Canberra
GROUND RULES
- Pls make sure your microphone is muted while the resource person is giving his/her inputs
- Resource persons will each have 15 minutes for their discussion and additional 5 minutes for Q&A
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- Questions must be posted in the POLO Canberra direct message box and will be directed by the moderator to the concerned resource person
- All other messages (for everyone) may be posted in the general chat box
- Pls note that the entire zoom proceedings of the webinar will be recorded for documentation purposes
- We will strive to keep the webinar within the allotted time, questions which will not be covered may be sent by email to POLO Canberra at poloaustralia@philembassy.org.au which we will then take up with the concerned resource person
- Let us maximize the webinar as a learning experience for all, your active participation is most welcome.