Country of Birth: Indonesia | Lived in Australia since 2013

Hobbies: Travelling, cooking, music and reading.

Best things about Bunbury: I love the beautiful beaches. It’s a friendly city and the people are lovely.

Best things about BMG: It really helps promote cultural diversity.

Country of Birth: Germany | Lived in Australia since 2011

Hobbies: Traveling, yoga, knitting, reading, watching movies.

Best things about Bunbury: I love the location right by the Indian Ocean, plus Bunbury is so close to many beautiful places in the South West. I also love the rich cultural life - there is always something going on.

Best things about BMG: Has helped me so much with settling into Bunbury and Australia. I’ve met people from all over the world, and experienced their rich cultures. BMG is like family for me!

Country of Birth: Wexford, Republic of Ireland | Lived in Australia since 2007

Hobbies: I love spending time in the garden during the cooler months, and I enjoy relaxing with a magazine or book and a nice cup of tea. I also volunteer with Harvey History Online, and with BREC.

Best things about Bunbury: The stunning coastline and proximity to the Harvey Region, Wellington National Park and Ferguson Valley. Bunbury has fantastic eateries and entertainment venues for a great night out.

Best things about BMG: The amazing bunch of individuals who come together from all corners of the globe. They manage to coordinate many projects which help newcomers to the region feel at home in Bunbury. I love that the annual Multicultural Festival showcases a melting pot of cultural dance, music, food and traditions with the help of awesome sponsors.

Country of Birth: Sri Lanka | Lived in Australia Since 1988

Hobbies: Travelling, reading, writing.

Best things about Bunbury: What I love most about Bunbury is that even though it’s a city, it’s actually a small town, and when you’ve lived here long enough you realise that you have this huge network of friends and acquaintances - unlike living in a larger city such as Perth.

Best things about BMG: I believe that the work BMG does is so important because we provide opportunities for people who are far away from their family and friends to connect with the community and find a place of belonging.

Country of Birth: Bangladesh | Lived in Australia since ?

Hobbies: Cooking, Traveling and Music

Best thing about Bunbury: The Beach

Best things about BMG: the spontaneous activities of the committee members, supporting disadvantaged multicultural people whilst connecting and strengthening social bond and nurturing Multiculturalism in Australian community

Country of Birth: Cambodia | Livied in Australia since 1990

Passion: Assisting new migrants and refugees whenever I can

Best Thing About Bunbury: Has everything one needs. Most facilities and services are close and accessible

Best Thing About BMG: The chance to meet and greet new comers especially during the festival and other annual activities. Everyone is very friendly and approachable.

Country of Birth: Malaysia | Lived in Australia since 1997

Hobbies: Reading, baking, enjoying the beach, dancing and yoga

Best Things About Bunbury: I love that I can go to any beach without feeling overwhelmed by crowds, and at times lucky enough to have the beach to myself. I also love the beauty of the land when I drive inland. The people I have met have been so generous with their love and support. I have never experienced this before and am eternally grateful.

Best Things About BMG: They play an important role in supporting the diverse ethnic groups to develop a sense of belonging and form friendships. I feel privileged to work alongside individuals who have and continue to generously give up their time, energy and effort to help others.

Country of Birth: Botswana | Lived in Australia since 2015

Hobbies: Music, cooking and baking, traveling and finding food from other countries

Best Thing About Bunbury: The balance between city and country life topped off by the beautiful beaches

Best Thing About BMG: A group that enables connections between and withing different cultures, for ease of community building. This is especially good for new arrivals.

Country of Birth: Costa Rica | Lived in Australia since 2017

Passion: I love traveling, cooking, shopping and I love drinking coffee with good company.

Best Things About Bunbury: The people, the beaches and that it is a town where the people make you feel at home.

Best Thing About the BMG: It helps new immigrants adapt better. What I loved and what helped me a lot, was knowing that we could connect with other cultures. BMG always has the enthusiasm to want to help others.