31 October 2014 — Today, Philippine Sentinel received another call from a certain Jacinta (not her real name) of Fairfield who bought a return ticket to the Philippines for her mother some few months ago. On the scheduled date of her mom’s departure, the elderly lady was denied boarding by Qantas Airlines. She was told […]
What is PCC-NSW trying to hide? by Dino Crescini
It was not too long ago when I visited the website of the Philippine Community Council – NSW <www.pcc-nsw.org> I was impressed by its transparency because the Treasurer’s Report and details of the PADER Account at Westpac were readily available. Both were just a click away and available for public viewing. After all, the Treasurer’s […]
VIVA Senador Lambie! by Boy Galang
Ilang araw na lang PASKO na, at ilang araw makalipas ito, ay magsisimula ang bagong kabanata ng buhay . May napasimulan na natapos, at may napasimulan na di matapos-tapos.
Roces receives top presidential award By Benjie de Ubago
Mr. Alfredo “Ding” Roces has been honoured with the Pamana ng Pilipino Award of the 2014 Presidential Awards. President Benigno Aquino III himself will be handing out the awards on 5 December 2014 at the Malacañang Palace, in recognition of the contribution of overseas Filipinos.
Free trade agreement: a win for everyone? by Sabrina Cortez
It is billed as the landmark deal of a lifetime for Australia’s economy.
Remittances Lifeline to Developing Countries in Jeopardy
Increasing global concerns about cross-border money transfers, and the subsequent risk of liability for breaching regulations, has led several banks in Australia to close any accounts held with them by money transfer operators (MTOs).
Mapua Alumni Assn holds golf tournament
The Inaugural Mapua Alumni Association (MAA) Golf Cup was held last month at the Richmond Golf Course. The 50 players who participated were in high spirits in spite of the early morning downpour.
De La Salle Hits the Mark By Benjie de Ubago
The De La Salle Alumni celebrated their anniversary last month at the Blacktown RSL Club. Of course, green was the colour of the night!
Trip to Exotic India by Julie Nuñez
“Why go to India? What is there to see?”— My friends asked. Indeed, India is an amazing place to visit because it contains many temples of various religions such as Sikh, Hindu, Islam and others.
Manila shelter for street kids is like a ‘hell hole’
Officials running a local government facility in Manila that is supposed to shelter and nurture street children are now under fire for acts of negligence. Observers likened the place to a “hell hole.”
Blood Pressure: Do you Understand the Numbers?
They are two numbers everyone should pay attention to for optimal health: Their systolic and diastolic blood pressure numbers. If your blood pressure is consistently above 140/90, you have high blood pressure.
Business for Sale
An Asian Shop is being offered for sale. ? It is very close to a train station — no more than a minute’s walk ? Stock Inventory is always full and regularly replenished ? Has an ideal customer portfolio; caters to Filipinos, and other Asian nationals like Thais, Indonesians, Malaysians, Africans and Indians ? Fully […]