Welcome to Philippine Fiesta!

The Philippine Fiesta of Victoria Incorporated (PFVI) began its journey in 1982 with vision of bringing a beloved Filipino tradition to Australia. This fiesta celebration started humbly, with a small group of Filipinos dedicated to preserving their heritage in their new homeland.

A major milestone came in 1994, with PFVI’s acquisition of the former Laverton Park Primary School at 1 Thomas Street, Laverton, Victoria. This marked the beginning of an ambitious dream: establishing a Philippine Community Centre. This vision brought immense challenges, and the path ahead was daunting.

In 2006, two core principles-pride and ownership- formed the foundation for the Community Centre’s design. These ideals guided the conceptual planning of a centre intended to serve the Filipino-Australian community in Victoria. The goal was to create a versatile space for cultural, sports, educational, and entertainment activities for PFVI and other Filipino-Australian and multicultural groups across the region.

Building this centre has been a journey filled with hurdles, but thanks to the perseverance of the PFVI Management Committee, unwavering support from members, and dedication from the Filipino-Australian community, the vision is steadily becoming a reality. All necessary paperwork, designs and permits were finalised, leading to the groundbreaking in early 2021.

Construction began in 2021, though progress was slowed by the COVID-19 pandemic and unforeseen challenges, including supply chain issues and rising labor costs. Despite these setbacks, PFVI remains committed to achieving this dream of a community centre for future generations.

The establishment of our very own community centre marks a historic achievement for Filipinos in Australia. It symbolises the fulfilment of a long-held dream and stands as the first and largest Philippine Community Centre in Australia.

Welcome to Philippine Fiesta!

The Philippine Fiesta of Victoria Incorporated (PFVI) began its journey in 1982 with vision of bringing a beloved Filipino tradition to Australia. This fiesta celebration started humbly, with a small group of Filipinos dedicated to preserving their heritage in their new homeland.

A major milestone came in 1994, with PFVI’s acquisition of the former Laverton Park Primary School at 1 Thomas Street, Laverton, Victoria. This marked the beginning of an ambitious dream: establishing a Philippine Community Centre. This vision brought immense challenges, and the path ahead was daunting.

In 2006, two core principles-pride and ownership- formed the foundation for the Community Centre’s design. These ideals guided the conceptual planning of a centre intended to serve the Filipino-Australian community in Victoria. The goal was to create a versatile space for cultural, sports, educational, and entertainment activities for PFVI and other Filipino-Australian and multicultural groups across the region.

Building this centre has been a journey filled with hurdles, but thanks to the perseverance of the PFVI Management Committee, unwavering support from members, and dedication from the Filipino-Australian community, the vision is steadily becoming a reality. All necessary paperwork, designs and permits were finalised, leading to the groundbreaking in early 2021.

Construction began in 2021, though progress was slowed by the COVID-19 pandemic and unforeseen challenges, including supply chain issues and rising labor costs. Despite these setbacks, PFVI remains committed to achieving this dream of a community centre for future generations.

The establishment of our very own community centre marks a historic achievement for Filipinos in Australia. It symbolises the fulfilment of a long-held dream and stands as the first and largest Philippine Community Centre in Australia.