Country Life: How Filipino farmers are supporting NZ’s rural towns (opens original article in a new tab)

Filipino farmers in New Zealand's South Island engage in cultural and sporting events that support local towns and foster community integration.

• Filipino farmers in New Zealand's South Island participate in the annual Filipino South Island Games, a cultural and sporting event.
• The games, started in 2007, have grown to include multiple sports and attract over 3000 attendees, boosting local businesses in Ashburton.
• Filipino communities in Southland and Ashburton have integrated into rural areas, contributing to agriculture and local culture.