NARRA Co-op and Plaza Filipino are delighted to unveil this year’s Ambassador for Culture and the Arts Honourees 2025, to be celebrated at the prestigious Pamana Ball on February 2, 2025, at the Liverpool Catholic Club. Doors will open at 4:30 PM for an evening of recognition, cultural celebration, and purpose.
This year’s honourees exemplify excellence in their respective industries while promoting Filipino heritage and culture:
- Emerita Agostino - Community leader, cultural performer, and charity advocate
- Saira Arias – Advocate for Filipino student communities and cultural initiatives
- Marilou Bautista – Entrepreneur, producer, and advocate for women empowerment
- Annabelle Regalado Borja – Producer, music educator, and leader in multicultural community engagement
. Atty. Jesil Cajes – Lawyer, community leader and advocate for migrant rights
. Rose Bolor Lay – Longtime community volunteer and advocate for women’s empowerment
. Shera Tiongan Matias – Lawyer and leader preserving Cordilleran heritage
. Kris Andrea Nepomuceno – Founder of Morena Lifeforce Collective and advocate for mental health and cultural empowerment
. Violeta Perez – Finance and mortgage broker with a passion for Filipino heritage preservation
- Warlie Alagao – Artist, voice actor, dancer and cultural advocate
- Edward Banting – Information specialist and active community contributor
- Erwin Bernarte – Neuroscience nurse, community sports leader, and charity advocate
- Nicasio Curray – Dedicated bus operator and long-serving community volunteer
- Napoleon Guines – Social worker and advocate for community resilience
- Royce Lucero – Community mentor and property development professional
- Joseph Carlo Mendoza Magno – Security entrepreneur and anti-bullying advocate
- Joel Queyquep – Insurance expert and dedicated community volunteer
- Emmanuel Abad Recio – Award-winning chef and cultural ambassador
- John Tantoco – Designer and Director, fostering creativity and cross-cultural connections
Special Hall of Fame Recognition:
This year’s event will include a Hall of Fame Special Recognition, honouring an individual who has made an extraordinary and lasting impact on the Filipino-Australian community. The honouree will be announced during the evening’s program.
The Pamana Ball is more than a celebration; it is a key fundraising initiative supporting the establishment of the Australian-Filipino Cultural Centre in Sydney. This centre will serve as a dedicated space for preserving Filipino heritage, nurturing artistic talent, and fostering multicultural exchange.
"We are proud to recognise these outstanding individuals whose achievements inspire and uplift our community. This year’s Hall of Fame inductee will be a testament to the enduring legacy of Filipino contributions in Australia," said Fredisinda Buchlak, NARRA Co-op President.
Event Details:
What: Pamana Ball 2025: Ambassador for Culture and the Arts Recognition Night
When: February 2, 2025. Doors open at 4:30 PM
Where: Liverpool Catholic Club, Prestons, NSW
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating cultural pride and excellence while supporting a cause that strengthens our community for generations to come.
For more information on NARRA COOP and its current projects, please visit www.narracoop.org.au
Media Contacts:
Violi Calvert
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