Spanish Community Profile

Your Community

Spanish Community

Your President

Joaquin Prais

Your Secretary Antonio Foryoso

Your Address

Hope Centre, Norlane

Community Hall or Meeting Place

Hope Centre, Norlane

Phone:

5278 5311

Fax:

Email:

How long has your community been operating?

Since 1980


How many members does your community have?

190 members


What is the first language of your community?

Spanish

When did members of your community first start arriving in Australia. Was there a period of peak immigration?

1956

What National Days, religious days or special events does your community celebrate?

Spanish Day, Christmas, Good Friday

Briefly describe your national dress - including any items of special significance.

Diferents

Briefly describe your community’s arts – including music/dance/song or artworks.

Music, dances, song, regionals

Briefly describe your community’s traditional food & drinks - including foods and drinks you would avoid
(if any)

Vino, paella, tortilla