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At Philippines News PERTH, we are dedicated to providing a seamless blend of news from both Australia and the Philippines. Our mission is to deliver accurate, balanced, and insightful journalism that connects Filipino-Australian communities and promotes understanding across society. From politics and business to culture and lifestyle, we cover it all to keep you connected to the stories that shape our world.

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Tracing Our Growth from Foundation to Expansion Since 2020

Explore the journey of Philippines News PERTH from its inception in 2020 to its current role
as a leading source of cross-cultural news and community engagement.
Oct 2020Launched Philippines News PERTH

Establishing the Foundation

Built a diverse team of journalists, editors, and contributors passionate about cross-cultural storytelling.

May 2021Expanded Our Coverage

Growing Our Reach

Launched social media channels to connect with a wider audience and encourage reader engagement.

Sept 2022Rolled Out New Features

Enhancing Our Services

Partnered with local organizations and cultural groups to strengthen our ties within the Filipino and Australian communities.

Jul 2024Expanding Our Influence

Building a Stronger Community

Enhanced our digital platform with improved user experience and interactive content to better serve our audience.

Core Values and Principles

At Philippines News PERTH, our core values and principles guide everything we do, from the stories we cover to the way we engage with our community. Here are the key values that define us:

  • Integrity: Committed to ethical journalism, accuracy, and fairness.
  • Diversity: Representing diverse voices and making content accessible.
  • Innovation: Using new tools to enhance news delivery.
  • Responsibility: Promoting understanding and positive social impact.
  • Collaboration: Partnering with communities and thought leaders.

Company Achievements

From growing our readership and launching a multilingual platform to building a strong network of community partners, we are proud of the strides we’ve made in connecting Filipino and Australian communities through meaningful journalism.

  • Reached 10,000+ Daily Readers

    Successfully grown our readership to over 10,000 daily visitors, establishing Philippines News PERTH as a trusted source of news and information for Filipino and Australian communities.

  • Launched a Multilingual Platform

    Introduced a fully multilingual news platform offering content in English, Tagalog, and local Australian dialects, making our stories more accessible and inclusive for a diverse audience.

  • Built a Strong Community Network

    Established partnerships with over 200 local contributors, organizations, and community leaders, enriching our content and strengthening our connection with readers in both Australia and the Philippines.

Professional Team

Our team at Philippines News PERTH is a dedicated group of journalists,
editors, and contributors committed to delivering accurate and engaging content.

NEIL BRAVO

NEIL BRAVO

Director/Founder
A few months after he settled for good in Perth, WA, Neil silently created a website on a free hosting platform. He named it Philippines News Perth. About the only reason he did it was to keep himself in the "newsroom" -- a space he has breathed in for nearly four decades. Neil's career in journalism began in the campus as a high school editor. At 20-, he began writing professionally as a reporter for a news agency, Neil was thrown to mainstream media before he could even finish college. He was a multi-awarded campus journalist and held the position as editor-in-chief in both high school and in college. He wrote for Davao City's daily newspapers Mindanao Daily Mirror, Daily San Pedro Express, and Edge Davao while contributing as correspondent for Malaya and online portal SPIN.ph. Neil also dabbled in radio and television as commentator and analyst. To this day, he still holds the position as editor in chief for Edge Davao. Neil is a virtual toolbox. He is a one-man crew who can write scripts, direct, shoot behind the camera, do voiceovers and edit films by himself. Early in 2024, Neil decided to share the "newsroom" of Philippines News Perth to its current team. The rest, as they say, is history.
PAULA BRAVO

PAULA BRAVO

Producer/Manager/Founder
Paula is the team's manager and producer. She keep's the team on its feet by ensuring the schedules, bookings and logisticial requirements of every shoot. Paula is a Registered Nurse by profession but her knowledge of the media business stems from the fact that she and husband Neil nurtured Philippines News Perth from its earlier days to what it is now. She keeps the ideas flowing in the meeting room and her insights stream through deeper discussions for the team's current and future contents. Aside from managing PNP's business, Paula also doubles up as camera person and gaffer during filming and puts her inputs on post-production.
LEO RAMOS

LEO RAMOS

Presenter/Host
Leo Ramos is the most senior member of the Philippines News Perth team. Being a long-time local of WA, Leo knows the Filipino-Australia community like the back of his hand. A nurse by profession, Leo's deep knowledge of the WA landscape and the personalities in the community make him an authority in socio-cultural and political issues. A respected community leader and resource speaker in mental health, Leo understands the issues mostly affecting Filipino migrants and international students. Part of his personal crusade is to help those who are suffering from mental health issues. He is also a professional photographer who can snap with journalistic flair,
NED VILLACENCIO

NED VILLACENCIO

Presenter/Host
Ned is a very versatile person. He is a Registered Nurse by profession and currently works as a building consultant. On the side, he also works as a professional event host. Ned is a very much at home in public speaking. His signature baritone voice keeps audience all ears on him. He is very active in community engagements whether as a father to his kids, a member of the Tau Gamma Fraternity, a badminton player, cyclist, community service volunteer or an events host. Ned mixes his eloquence with a bagful of humour. He provides the team with comic relief when the grind is tough and the takes are longer. Ned's vision is to provide quality content and to be the main platform of awareness to fellow Filipinos Down Under.
JOY ABARCA

JOY ABARCA

Presenter/Host
Joy is a Registered Nurse for almost 30 years and loves educating aspiring nurses clinically and in the classroom. Among her interests are volunteering, mountain trekking, long drives, singing, exercising, health coaching She has been in Perth for 18 years and has been active in several events around the Filipino-Australian community. She admits being in the media practice is an entirely new ballgame but it doesn't actually show. Her eloquence, knowledge and the ability to read through situations give her control over conversations with guests in front of the camera. Joy's vision is to live with purpose and be able to contribute to the society by delivering news that matter. To educate, inspire, and motivate the audience to live their best lives.
APRIL SORIANO

APRIL SORIANO

Presenter/Host
April is a professional Senior Building Consultant who has built a career in real estate. She has helped many Filipino families build their homes in Perth. With her bubbly personality, April has endeared herself to her clients. She loves travels and staycations and spending time with her family when not working. A coffee lover, April has scoured Perth for the best cafe finds making her a "natural" in creating content for Philippines News Perth. Outside work and family, April considers serving God/church and being useful in the community as well as her fountain of joy. April wears several hats in the team. She is the outfit consultant (decides the color schemes and outfits when filming content), researcher, and accounts manager all rolled into one. April wants to make a difference in other people’s lives. She wants to inspire people and be a good influence and role model to the younger generation.
PONG AGUIRRE

PONG AGUIRRE

Associate Director
Pong is a student in film-making and lends his talents and education to the team whilst getting acquainted with the Fil-Aus community landscape in WA. Pong is a world-class film-maker behind the camera and helps out in directing PNP's "Pep Talk" segment. Pong's vast knowledge in cinematography, scriptwriting and lighting is a welcome addition to the arsenal of PNP. His fresh inputs as the youngest member of the team provides for a variety in perspective for PNP's contents.

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