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Before you submit your Census, take a moment to check your answers carefully. Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains why accuracy matters and how to avoid common mistakes. - Bago isumite ang iyong Census, maglaan ng ilang sandali upang suriing mabuti ang iyong mga sagot. Ipinaliwanag ni Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson n...

Still haven't completed the Census or need additional assistance? Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains where you can find more information, resources and support for the Census. - Hindi pa nakakasagot sa Census o kailangan ng karagdagang tulong? Ipinaliwanag ni Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson ng Australian Bureau of S...

What should you put as your ancestry if you have Filipino heritage but were born in Australia, or if your parents come from different backgrounds? Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains how to approach the ancestry and English proficiency question in the Census. - Ano ang dapat ilagay sa ancestry o pinagmulan kung may lahing Pilipino...

Sharing a home with another family or living with housemates? How should everyone at the same address be included in the Census? Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains what households need to know before completing their Census form. - May kasama bang ibang pamilya o mga housemate sa inyong tirahan? Paano dapat isama sa Census ang lah...

For Filipino Australians who speak more than one language at home, answering the Census language question may not always be straightforward. Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains what households should consider when reporting the languages they use at home. - Tagalog, Bisaya o iba pang wika? Ipinaliwanag ni Dr Franklin Soriano, multi...

Australia’s Census takes place every five years, but do you know who needs to be counted? From Australian citizens to temporary visa holders and international students, Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explains who needs to take part in the 2026 Census. - Kada limang taon isinasagawa ng Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) ang Census. N...

Ahead of Census night on Tuesday, 11 August 2026, households across Australia will receive instructions on how to complete the Census. Hear from Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics, as he explains how households will receive their Census instructions and the different ways they can complete the 2026 Census. - Bago ang Census night sa Martes, Agost...

Every five years, the Census provides a snapshot of Australia’s changing population, including its growing multicultural communities. Speaking to SBS Filipino, Dr Franklin Soriano, multilingual spokesperson for the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), explained why the Filipino community's participation matters, how Census data is used to inform services and planning, and what households need to...

In this episode of Pano Ba, family lawyer Atty. Jesil Cajes answers common questions about divorce in Australia. Does infidelity affect how property is divided after a relationship ends? And what happens to a person’s Partner Visa status following separation or divorce? - Sa episode na ito ng Pano Ba, tatalakayin kasama ang family lawyer na si Atty. Jesil Cajes ang ilan sa mga pinakakaraniwang tan...

Marami sa mga Pilipinong naninirahan sa Australia ang nagsisikap na makapag-ipon at makapagbigay ng magandang kinabukasan sa kanilang pamilya. Ngunit ayon sa legal expert na si Atty. Jesil Cajes, mahalaga ring paghandaan ang hinaharap sa pamamagitan ng pagkakaroon ng isang Will. 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino 🔊 On Air  – Tune in to SBS Filipino on radio stations across Australia  and we...

The Australian Taxation Office has warned taxpayers about common mistakes when lodging tax returns, including incorrectly claiming personal expenses as work-related deductions. The agency is also reminding taxpayers to keep proper records, understand the rules around working-from-home claims, and stay vigilant against tax scams during tax time. - Nagbabala ang Australian Taxation Office (ATO) tung...

SBS Filipino discussed how people in Australia can access WorkCover support for work-related psychological injuries and the importance of seeking help early and having the right information. - Tinalakay ng SBS Filipino ang kung paano maaaring makakuha ng WorkCover support sa Australia para sa work-related psychological injuries at ang kahalagahan ng maagang paghingi ng tulong at tamang impormasyon...

The overseas voter registration period for the 2028 Philippine National Elections is now underway, with Filipinos in Australia being encouraged to register early to ensure they can vote abroad. Here’s a guide from the Philippine Consulate Office and the Commission on Elections or COMELEC. - Habang naghahanda na ang Pilipinas para sa 2028 Philippine National Elections, mahalagang malaman ng mga Pil...

Find out the steps and support services available if you experience racism in the workplace in Australia. - Hindi kailangang tiisin ang racism sa trabaho, may mga konkretong hakbang at suportang maaaring lapitan tulad ng Fair Work Ombudsman, at mahalagang gampanan ng lahat, biktima, katrabaho, at employer, ang kanilang papel sa pagbuo ng isang ligtas at patas na kapaligiran sa trabaho.

A practical guide on how to avoid and protect yourself if you experience racism and discrimination in Australia. - Praktikal na gabay, paano makaiwas at protektahan ang sarili kung makaranas ng racism at diskriminasyon sa Australia.

During a recent information session in Blacktown, radiographer Katrina Santos-Monses from BreastScreen NSW explained what happens after a mammogram and what patients can expect if they are asked to return for further tests. - Nagsagawa ng isang information session sa Blacktown ang BreastScreen NSW para hikayatin ang mas maraming kababaihan na magpa-mammogram. Kabilang sa mga nagbahagi ng mahalagan...

In this episode, we’ll talk about how first-time applicants can apply for an NBI Clearance while living in Australia, and we’ll clarify how the Philippine Consulate supports this process. - Sa episode na ito, pag-uusapan natin ang proseso para sa mga first time na kukuha ng National Bureau of Invetigation o NBI Clearance habang nandito sa Australia at higit sa lahat, lilinawin natin kung ano ang p...

Many Filipinos in Australia face serious difficulties after losing their visa or legal status. For some, becoming undocumented leads to fear, loss of employment, and concerns about safety and security. In these situations, the Philippine government provides assistance to Filipinos through its foreign service posts. - Ang mga Pilipinong walang visa at nag-overstay sa Australia, nawalan ng dokumento...

Losing a loved one overseas can be overwhelming for Filipino families, as they cope with grief while navigating unfamiliar processes and urgent paperwork. Many ask the same question: can their loved one be brought home to the Philippines, and how? Assistance to Nationals Officer Ronna Baceller of the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney explains the process. - Ang pagkawala ng mahal sa buhay sa...

Ikaw ba ay myembro o naghuhulog sa Pag-IBIG? Sa episode na ito, alamin kung pwede pa bang ma-access ang mga serbisyo at mapakinabangan ang mga benepisyo mula sa ahensya ngayong nasa Australia ka na.

Sa episode na ito, ipapaliwanag ng finance brokers na sina Vee Perez at Maria Papa ang halaga ng credit score sa pag-aapply ng loan sa mga bangko at lenders sa Australia.

From food and handicrafts to personal care and specialty items, there are many opportunities for Filipino-made products. But before sending any product, how do you know if your business is ready for export? - Mula pagkain at handicrafts hanggang personal care at specialty items, maraming oportunidad para sa mga produktong gawang Pinoy. Pero bago magpadala ng produkto, paano malalaman kung export-r...

Whenever there is a typhoon, earthquake, or disaster, we often hear the term “State of Calamity.” But what is it, how is it different from the state of emergency in Australia, and how can we get help from the government? - Tuwing may bagyo, lindol, o sakuna, madalas nating marinig ang “State of Calamity.” Pero ano ito, paano ito iba sa state of emergency sa Australia, at paano makakakuha ng tulong...

In Filipino culture, conversations about death are often avoided. However, despite superstitions and beliefs, Dr Jaime Lopez, a funeral consultant in Sydney, explains why it is important to prepare for one’s passing. - Sa kulturang Pilipino, madalas na iniiwasan ang usapin tungkol sa kamatayan. Ngunit sa kabila ng mga pamahiin at paniniwala, ipinaliwanag ng Dr Jaime Lopez, isang funeral consultant...

For many Australians, owning a home is a major goal, but navigating the home loan process can be confusing. Mortgage broker Vee Perez says that understanding your borrowing capacity, credit score, and the different ways to apply for a home loan is crucial for a successful outcome. - Sa episode na ito aalamin natin ang mga hakbang sa pag-aapply ng home loan sa mga bangko at lenders sa Australia. Ib...