Whyalla’s Filipino group celebrated culture, inducted new leaders, and promoted mental health during a community event.

Whyalla’s Filipino Cultural Association held a celebration at Club Italico to induct new officers and committee members, highlighting cultural pride and community engagement. The event, attended by local members including Zenaida and Murray MacDonald, underscored ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties in regional Australia. October is also R U OK? month nationwide, with campaigns encouraging people to check in on one another, especially leaders facing stress, promoting mental health awareness and connection across communities.