Immigrants in Australia, though from different cultures and backgrounds, tend to have similar experiences and common ‘struggles’ as they build their new life here in Australia. Through My Aussie Story, I’ve been trying to help out people like myself to be able to navigate the Australian way of life a little bit Read more…
A traditional Christmas meal varies in every country and in some way, it tells you a bit about that country’s identity. In Australia, a part of what a Christmas lunch showcases is how an Aussie Christmas isn’t white, it’s actually very hot and humid because it’s in summer. Our Christmas Read more…
Have you ever heard of the 2005 Cronulla riots? No? Neither have I until last night when I came across a movie on Netflix called Down Under. It’s a dark comedy movie that’s set during the aftermath of the above mentioned riots that brought racism in Australia to light. This Read more…
‘It sucks.’ These were the exact words my husband used when asked about his opinion on renting in Australia. Having a roof over one’s head is a basic human right. But unfortunately, we have found that finding a home to rent seems to be very difficult. Not only is the Read more…
‘Love knows no reason, no boundaries, no distance’ (H.H. Fowler). Every year, there are thousands upon thousands of Australian partner visa applicants. This goes to show that many Aussies happen to have found their other half in someone that’s from overseas. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re in one Read more…
How long does it take before an Immigrant is fully adjusted to their Australian life? A couple of years, perhaps? It’s different for everyone. But one thing’s for sure. Within your first few years in Australia, you will encounter a variety of challenges as it is a normal part of Read more…
What is it about Australia that makes it so appealing? Could it be the beaches? Maybe the quality of life? I’d say that at the top of this list are Australian attitudes/ values. This probably won’t be what most would say off the top of their head since most Aussies Read more…
Spoiler alert! I just passed my driving test. Though you’d probably know about this already if you follow us on Facebook. As I have mentioned before, one of the biggest challenges that I’ve faced as an immigrant in Australia is obtaining my driver’s license. It’s been difficult to get around Read more…
It’s that time of the year again, have you lodged your tax return yet? Completing a tax return, for migrants who are doing it for the first time particularly, can be quite stressful and confusing. To help my fellow newly arrived migrants, I have written about the hows, who, when, Read more…
As a Filipino migrant in Australia, I was saddened when I heard that Cherry Gerente Ogar, a Filipino- Australian, have died from an alleged domestic violence attack by her husband. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common, just hiding in plain sight. And though domestic violence doesn’t discriminate, migrants are Read more…