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Where Do Filipinos Live In Australia
Do you wonder where most Filipinos live? In Sydney, and I can almost bet anywhere else in the world that is multicultural, there will be clumps of groups living in certain areas. I think that’s just the way it is. It’s something to do with belonging to a social group, and what not.
I was born in Philippines and came to Australia at an age before my teens. So, I’m a Sydney boy and know a thing or two about Sydney. Not that much, but a thing or two none the less.
When we migrated from Philippines to Australia back in 1988, there weren’t a lot of us Filipinos living in Australia. Now, it seems there’s a lot of us now, and this got me thinking on how many Filipinos there are in Australia and where they live.
photo By roger4336 | Licence: Creative Commons March 26, 2012
What I do know is this, many people live in a suburb called Blacktown. It’s in the south west side of Sydney. Did you know there’s 26,000 Filipinos living there? I know, it’s a small number right? But think of it this way. In 2006 consensus of Filipinos living in Sydney. There’s about 57,000 Filipinos living in Sydney and 26,000 of us lives in Blacktown? That’s about 50%! Now that’s a great number!
Other’s are spread around Sydney, and the other area where many Filipinos live ranges between the suburbs of Glenfield all the way to Campbeltown. Don’t worry if you don’t know the suburbs here in Sydney. It’s really irrelevant. I was just impressed that over half the population of Filipino Australians lives in Blacktown.
Where do you live?
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Jojie Certeza migrated to Australia from Kidapawan,Philippines. Studied in Educational Multimedia which he used briefly in the industry. Now works in the Security industries. Jojie likes photography, martial arts, gaming and many more activites and he would like to share his thoughts and opinions about everyday living as he see's it. Everyone is welcome to join and contribute their Filipino-Australian stories. Disclaimer: Don't Blame Me! I am merely sharing my views and experiences and what I read. If you need help, ask a professional
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Hi Jojie,
I am a Nurse and will soon be moving to Sydney. Just waiting for my visa to get approved. Fingers crossed!
I was wondering if you are able to help me out as moving into a new place can be very taxing. Most especially when you have a family whom you will bring along with you. I will soon be working in the Macquarie Park area and I was wondering what is the best yet economical or affordable suburb to move into. I have a baby who is only 6 months old, so a peaceful and quiet suburb will be nice as well.
Thank you and looking forwards to meeting you and other expats there in Sydney.
Are you living in New Zealand? I thought if you live in New Zealand you don’t need a visa? Anyway. There are various rental agencies that you can use. Try searching from say, domain.com.au, you should be able to find properties to that might suit you. If you are working in Macquarie Park, bus is your main mode of transportation… I think there are trains running there now too, but I am not really sure.
As far as living in economically, my understanding is the furthest away from the city is most economical. A lot of Filipinos though, live in suburbs such as Blacktown. Since you are going to be working at Macquarie Park. Personally, I would live near the Parramatta, suburbs.
I do live in NZ but we’re only Residents here not citizens.Anyway, thanks a lot
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Hi Jojie,
What suburbs should in Sydney should I avoid? Safety and security wise.
This is very subjective question in my point of view. What seems to be a trouble spot for me and some may not be for others. Personally, I would not live in areas such as Bankstown, Lakemba, Auburn. It’s best to get your information at NSW Bureau of Crime Statis and Research.
Also, I was just thinking. Since you are working at Macquarie Park and I’m assuming you would want to leave near that area (I think Macquarie Park is expensive by the way). Try searching at the Domain website and include “surrounding suburbs. From there you can search via price etc.etc.