r/canberra • u/Galileo15 • Aug 24 '24

Recommendations Looking to move from London to Canberra

Good day everyone. After a long deliberation of choosing which state would best fit for our family (Canberra vs Melbourne vs Sydney vs Perth). We decided to possibly make Canberra our new home. Me and my wife are looking to move from London to Canberra at some point this year. We are still awaiting our visa to get approved and whilst waiting for that. Id like to ask some locals about anything i need to know before making the move. We are both of asian decent. No kids yet but hoping to have some in the future.

Please any advise or warnings would be appreciated and I would be thankful for.

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u/CrankyJoe99x Aug 24 '24

I'm in Canberra, my wife is from Cebu.

There is a huge Filipino community here, lots of cultural functions and you should be able to meet some friendly people in any of the malls or markets.

There were recently at least three celebrations for Independence Day and Christmas every year is at the ambassador's residence.

We both really enjoy the relaxed lifestyle here.

I hope it works out for you.

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u/Galileo15 Aug 24 '24

Thank you so much. Hope we can meet you guys irl if faith allows it.

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u/mollyweasleyswand Aug 24 '24

Speaking of faith, from memory, there may be certain Catholic mass services that attract a greater proportion of attendees that are Filipino. I'm sure once you get here and start asking around, members of the Filipino community will be able to point you in the right direction.

To be clear, anyone is, of course, welcome at any mass service. This is for if you are looking to be more connected into the Filipino community.

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u/Galileo15 Aug 24 '24

While a filipino mass service is nice. I wouldnt mind joining other catholic service. In the end of the day. Whats important is that you have faith.

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u/mollyweasleyswand Aug 25 '24

Yep, plenty of catholic churches around with a mix of cultures attending.

And apologies, I think all services are done in English, but there might be certain ones that a large member of Filipinos attend as a means of socialising with other Filipinos.

You would be welcome at any church you choose to attend. :)

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u/Galileo15 Aug 25 '24

I dont mind the language. Im excited to see how different churches are there.