An Exceptional Flying Experience with Qantas!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

I recently had the pleasure of flying with Qantas, and I must say it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The airline truly impressed me with its top-notch service, thoughtful amenities, and overall attention to detail.

Boarding the aircraft was a breeze, with the process being well-organized and efficient. The cabin crew greeted passengers with warm smiles, and their stylish uniforms added an extra touch of elegance to the overall ambiance. Throughout the flight, the staff was accommodating and always ready to assist with any inquiries or requests.

The cabin itself was immaculate and thoughtfully presented. I was pleased to find my seat clean and comfortable, making the journey all the more enjoyable. With ample seating available, I had no trouble finding a cozy spot for the duration of the flight.

One of the highlights of the journey was undoubtedly the food selection. Qantas offered a great variety of delectable dishes, catering to different tastes and preferences. From the appetizing main courses to the mouthwatering desserts, every meal was a delightful treat. The extensive drinks selection further enhanced the dining experience, ensuring everyone had something to enjoy.

Hygiene is always a priority during air travel, and I was pleased to find that the toilets on board were impeccably clean. Qantas pays meticulous attention to the cleanliness and maintenance of their facilities, creating a hygienic and pleasant environment for passengers.

In summary, my flight with Qantas was an absolute delight. From the friendly and efficient service to the well-presented cabin, every aspect of the journey exuded professionalism and excellence. I highly recommend Qantas to anyone seeking a truly excellent flying experience. Kudos to the airline and its staff for making my trip to the US so memorable!

Breaking Barriers: Australian Delegates Make Waves at International Human Rights Summit

Two Australian delegates, Maryrose Salubre, the CEO of MS Entertainment, and actress Freya Tingley had the privilege of attending the 17th Youth Human Rights Summit. This prestigious event brought together 46 delegates from 46 countries, including excellences, doctors, academics, chaplains, police ministers, school ministers, leaders, pastors, and royalties.

The Youth for Human Rights International (YHRI), founded by Mary Shuttleworth, is the sister organization of United for Human Rights. Established as a not-for-profit organization in 2001, YHRI’s mission is to educate young people worldwide about human rights, with a particular focus on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. By empowering young individuals to become advocates for tolerance and peace, YHRI has grown into a global movement that spans individuals, groups, and national and community leaders dedicated to spreading awareness about human rights and implementing measures to protect them.

One of the critical initiatives of Youth for Human Rights International is to provide educational materials on human rights for classrooms and other educational settings. Their materials are designed to engage young people from diverse backgrounds and have resonated with individuals across generations. Through conferences, workshops, and creative mediums like hip-hop and dancing, the message of human rights reaches far and wide.

Freya Tingley, accompanied by Maryrose Salubre, represented the youth at the summit. The human rights administrators specifically invited Maryrose Salubre to learn and bring the vision back to Australia, as she has shown great passion and commitment to spreading awareness about the 30 entitlements of human rights. Having personally experienced the flaws within our system and the challenges faced when defending oneself, Maryrose Salubre believes that everyone should be aware of their basic human rights. Her ultimate goal is to implement these rights in every school, community, and corner of the world, emphasizing the importance of unity and becoming the younger generation’s voice to create a better, fear-free world.

The 17th Youth Human Rights Summit provided an invaluable platform for delegates worldwide to share their experiences, ideas, and initiatives aimed at promoting and protecting human rights. The diverse range of attendees, including dignitaries and experts from various fields, contributed to the richness and depth of the discussions.

Individuals like Maryrose Salubre and Freya Tingley demonstrate their commitment to making a difference and advocating for human rights by attending such summits. Their participation not only strengthens their own knowledge and understanding but also enables them to bring back valuable insights to their respective communities and inspire others to take action.

The importance of human rights education cannot be overstated, and organizations like YHRI play a crucial role in spreading awareness and empowering young individuals to become agents of change. Through their efforts, the vision of a world where every person’s rights are respected, protected, and fulfilled becomes more attainable.

As we continue to work towards a better future, let us unite in the pursuit of human rights, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background, enjoys the fundamental rights and freedoms they are entitled to. Together, we can create a world free from fear, where the voices of the younger generation are heard, and their rights are upheld.

Introducing Jeanny Buan…The Recently Crowned Mrs Universe Official Canada!

We are thrilled to announce that Jeanny Buan has been crowned Mrs Universe Official CANADA! Jeanny is an internationally recognized award-winning entrepreneur who has made a name for herself in the business world through her innovative ideas and strategic insights. She currently holds the esteemed position of Vice President for Analytics at Yellow Maple Online Specialists, where she leads the development and implementation of data-driven solutions that help companies optimize their online presence and achieve their business goals.

Jeanny’s passion for entrepreneurship and exceptional work ethic have earned her numerous accolades and awards throughout her career. In 2019, she was named as one of CBC Saskatchewan’s Future 40, a prestigious award recognizing outstanding young leaders making a difference in their communities. She was also the first Filipino-Canadian woman to receive the YWCA Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 37 years, a testament to her remarkable achievements and contributions to the business world.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Jeanny is also deeply committed to giving back to her community. She serves on the leadership board of several non-profit organizations in Canada, and in 2017, she traveled to various countries in Asia to do volunteer work in schools. Her dedication to philanthropy and social responsibility has earned her the respect and admiration of many, and she continues to inspire others to positively impact their own communities.

In her free time, Jeanny loves to pursue exciting adventures that take her out of her comfort zone and into new and thrilling experiences. Whether it’s soaring through the sky while skydiving, trekking through rugged terrain on a challenging hike, or immersing herself in different cultures by exploring new destinations worldwide, Jeanny is always up for a new adventure. Her adventurous spirit and thirst for new experiences are a testament to her fearless attitude and determination to live life to the fullest. By pushing herself to try new things and take on new challenges, Jeanny continues to inspire others to embrace their own sense of adventure and live life with passion and purpose.

Jeanny is a true inspiration and a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, determination, and a commitment to excellence. We are honored to have her represent Canada in the Mrs. Universe Official competition, and we look forward to seeing all that she will accomplish in the future.

In Pictures: All The Glitz And Glam Of The Australian Golden Sash Awards 2023

On Saturday, the 2023 AGSA (Australian Golden Sash Awards) took place at La Montage. It was a star-studded affair as several Australian beauty queens graced the prestigious red carpet, much to the delight of keen photographers and various media personalities. The event was brought to you by MS Entertainment Network.

The Australian Golden Sash Awards is an annual ceremony that aims to showcase the most outstanding contributions made by Australian beauty queens to the pageant industry during the year. This event attracted the cream of the crop in the beauty pageant world. The attendees dazzled in their beautiful sashes and glittery crowns, making it a high-profile industry event.

The ceremony featured various categories and awards, with the winners being selected based on their talent, beauty, intelligence, and overall contributions to the pageant industry. The event was a celebration of beauty and a showcase of the hard work and dedication that goes into preparing for pageants and representing Australia on the international stage.

The 2023 AGSA was a resounding success and a testament to the growth and popularity of the pageant industry in Australia. The event provided a platform for beauty queens to connect with industry professionals, build their network, and inspire others to pursue their dreams in the pageant industry. Overall, the Australian Golden Sash Awards was a night to remember, celebrating the beauty and grace of Australian pageantry and highlighting their achievements in the pageant world.

Photo Cedit: Paul Vasquez

         

MS Entertainment CEO Maryrose Salubre Receives A Certificate of Excellence From AUGP In Dubai

MS Entertainment CEO Maryrose Salubre is amongst six highly honorary doctorates who traveled from various countries to receive a certificate of excellence from the Academy of Univeral Global Peace USA.

The Academy of Univeral Global Peace USA, with four decades of worldwide engagement in 120 countries, reaches its audience as leaders in Global peace studies and peace-building efforts equipping leaders to optimize their true potential.

They value the Global culture of peace, solidarity, inclusiveness, shared responsibility, harmony, cooperation, goodwill, and reverence for the sacredness of all life through active peaceful engagement. Their dedicated team of professionals and academics with a proven track record includes eminent Scientists, Doctors, Engineers, Scholars, Social Activists, and Judges, including those in the International Court of Justice; Retired IAS, IPS members, Lawyers, Cardinals, Apostles, Teachers, Retired Professors & Academicians, Chartered Accountants & IT Professionals who are constantly involved in the purpose of establishing Global Peace & Universal Brotherhood working according to divine principles. They are affiliated with The American Diplomatic Mission of International Relations- AMDM-IR USA and ADM-WP USA.

A certificate of excellence was awarded to Dr. (H.C) Maryrose Salubre, who actively participated in the international seminar. She was also recognised with the honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree specialising in diplomacy and international relationship. The prestigious event was held at Sheraton grand hotel in Dubai on the 21st of February, 2023.

The 2023 Australian Golden Sash Awards Is Coming… Are You Ready??

The AGSA (Australian Golden Sash Awards) is a ceremony aimed at showcasing Australian beauty queens who have made the most outstanding contributions to the pageant industry during the year. The 2023 AGSA is a lead-up to the International Golden Sash Awards as there is a lot of interest from overseas queens wanting to be part of the event. Maryrose Salubre, the CEO of AGSA will be awarding beauty queens from overseas mid this year at the 2023 IGSA tentatively planned to be held in the Philippines.

National Directors are invited to nominate and vote for men and women who have competed in their respective pageant systems in the specified categories. They were also able to nominate and vote for men and women who belong to other pageant systems whom they feel deserve to be recognized. Pageant kings and queens as well were invited to nominate and vote for men and women whom they feel deserve to be recognized for their platform. All the entries were judged by the entire pageant community. You had to be a National Director, a titleholder, or a beauty pageant contestant to be eligible to vote.

The prestigious event will take place on March 16 and be held at the incredible Le Montage – A Sydney waterfront venue overlooking the sparkling lights of Iron Cove Bay. Boasting a picturesque rooftop terrace set amongst picturesque native gardens.

The awards are broken down into the following categories:

Beauty Queen of the year

The beauty queens that defined the year as a whole with ubiquitous industry demand and presence. They distinguished themselves by crossing over to the modeling industry via top-tier bookings with some of the best photographers, stylists, and clients earning next-level visibility, while at the same time giving back to the community – making them this year’s foremost star.

Ultimate Role model of the year

The beauty queens who inspire and sets positive examples for other beauty queens as well as members of their community.

Humanitarian of the year

Nothing is more important than giving back to the community, and during the past year, these beauty queens have inspired us all by putting charity first. Devoting their time, energy and status to causes big and small, these women raise awareness and bring hope to those who need it most.

Most Promising Newcomer

The most promising newcomer has had a substantial presence on the pageant and modeling scene, only their careers have just begun to take off in the past several seasons. As a newcomer to the pageant/ modeling industry, these rising stars have racked up coveted campaigns and impressive editorial work in a short period of time and are set to leave a lasting mark on the industry.

International queen of the year

The international queen of the year has had a significant presence in an international beauty pageant. These beauty queens have inspired us all by not only becoming a titleholder here in Australia but also performing well overseas.

LGBT beauty queen of the year

The LGBT beauty queen that defined the year as a whole with ubiquitous industry demand and presence. They distinguished themselves by crossing over to the modeling industry via top-tier bookings with some of the best photographers, stylists, and clients earning next-level visibility, while at the same time giving back to the community – making them this year’s foremost LGBT beauty queen.

Pageant king of the year

The pageant king that defined the year as a whole with ubiquitous industry demand and presence. They distinguished themselves by crossing over to the modeling industry via top-tier bookings with some of the best photographers, stylists, and clients earning next-level visibility, while at the same time giving back to the community – making them this year’s foremost pageant king.

Other Awards

Curve Model of the year, Miss Photogenic of the year, Charity queen of the year, Miss Natural Beauty, Social media queen of the year, Pageant of the year, Pageant Director of the year, Best Pageant Host, Best Pageant Photographer, Best pageant makeup artist, Best pageant hair stylist, Best pageant dress company, and Best Children’s pageant.

MS Entertainment Network Officially Launches Mrs. Universe Official 2022 In The Philippines

MS Entertainment Network officially launched Mrs. Universe Official on May 21, 2022, at Pandan Fusion Cafe, Sct. Limbaga, Tomas Morato, QC.

Mrs. Universe Official is the brainchild of Maryrose Salubre, and Ovette Ricalde of MegaStar Productions Company will be handling the entire production and pre-events of the pageant, starting with the media launch attended by selected members of the media. Mr. Onin Mas hosted the launch, and gracing the event were Direk Lani Esteban, Ms. Elizabeth Ariones, Mr. Zayd Dabo of EZ WEALTH and Ms. Bennilyn Amigo Molina, CEO & Founder of Aura Beauty and Wellness, which are this year’s official sponsor at the Mrs. Universe Official pageant.

Mrs. Universe Official aims to bridge the gap between fashion, modeling, and pageantry and set a new standard for pageants for married women and single mothers. The organization is looking for women who are game-changers, go-getters, and highly driven individuals who can make a difference not only for themselves but in the lives of others.

Maryrose revealed that the pageant’s finals would be held from October 3-10 this year, with various pre-pageant competitions lined up to kickstart the competition.

Two candidates for Mrs. Universe Official were present during the official media launch – Christine Escalante, Mrs. Universe Official Australasia 2022, and Monique Cantalejo Rivera, Mrs. Universe Official Asia 2022. There will be around 50 international beauties competing for the coveted Mrs. Universe Official 2022 crown. Other titles on the line are:
Mrs. Universe Tourism
Mrs. Universe Charity Queen
Mrs. Universe Diamond
Mrs. Universe Sapphire
Mrs. Universe Ruby
and Mrs. Universe Topaz

Interested National Directors or candidates may apply through Whatsapp at +63917 502 89260 or contact Maryrose directly: mr_salubre@hotmail.com / 0423744420.

Introducing The Beauty Behind The Cover Of The April 2022 Issue Of Mrs. Universe Magazine: Tannaya Javier

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– Mrs. Universe Central Australia 2022 – Mrs. Universe Official
– Sole Trader and Part-time Beauty Therapist
– Full-Time Home Loan Manager
– Brand Ambassador and Model for Chocolate Day Spa and BareLife Naturals Australia
– Skincare Agent – Seacret Direct Australia

A young entrepreneur who is currently engaged and soon to be married, Tannaya Javier is a mother of two (Cali, aged 11, and Manila, aged 7) who kick-started her career in the finance banking world for over ten years – she is now moving into the world of beauty. Tannaya was originally born in the Australian Capital of ACT. After growing up in Whitsunday, Queensland, she eventually moved to Wollongong when she was 11 years old with her father, who sadly passed away in 2014; where she then moved to Sydney, NSW, to start her family and build the life, she had always wanted.

Tannaya has a real passion for dermatology and wants to share with the rest of the world what she has experienced firsthand – how she overcame her own struggles about her skin to become a public image for others who also experience the same problem she once had. Currently employed full-time with one of the major banking institutions in Australia, she’s also studying at one of the leading academies in Australia (Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser) and completing a double diploma in Beauty Business (Diploma – Beauty Therapy, Salon Management with an extension course IPL and Laser Dermal) to achieve her career goals in opening a salon of her own. Tannaya is also self-employed, a part-time beauty therapist at one of the leading spas in Australia, and a brand ambassador/model for the very own BareLife Naturals Australia and Chocolate Day Spa. Despite running a busy lifestyle, she still sets aside time to ensure she has a work/ life balance showing others that even though she has so much on her plate; she can still do everything she loves doing while maintaining time with her family and making the most out of her time multitasking with what she has a passion to do – which is to inspire others that if you put your mind to it anything is possible.

Tannaya’s advocacy promotes awareness of the Mental health of women, men, and children struggling with depression, anxiety, self-doubt, and self-awareness to help create change. She believes that advocacy is an essential means of raising awareness of mental health issues and ensuring that mental health is on the national agenda of governments. Advocacy can lead to improvements in policy, legislation, and service departments to help all walks of life overcome the struggles we face every day behind closed doors that others may not see. She has a passion for making a change towards this as she herself indirectly has had to overcome mental health issues.

Tannaya thrives on positivity, caring for others, and is focused on building her own empire that she can one day hand down to her own children. She believes this is a great platform to inspire and empower others to do the same. While she has a passion for everything, she will always endeavour to attend Mass on Sundays and make sure she attends charities to satisfy others and her own inner peace.

Tannaya’s background is half Australian and half Filipino, with her mother being full Australian and her father being full Filipino. Her father had always wanted her to get into the pageant life from a very young age, while her mother always knew beauty and fashion would become her vocation. Tannaya wants to inspire her own daughter to grow into the best woman she can be while being a role model.

Tannaya’s advice to everyone being in the pageant life is never to lose sight of yourself and always remember where you started and came from. Always be willing to help others and always support everyone while also putting yourself first. Never lose your confidence regardless of the negativity you may receive. Be yourself and love yourself. Remember being that 8-year-old girl you imagined you would be and the 80-year-old woman you want to become. Put God in the centre of everything you do, and everything will always fall together.

Introducing The Rising Stars Behind The Cover Of The February 2022 Issue Of MS Kids Magazine: Seeyan, Candice, Isabel & Aileyah-Fhel

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Seeyan Arthemy Ricardo

Seeyan Arthemy Ricardo was only four years old when he first walked the runway. It was a great honour to have done it for the late Filipino international and Hollywood fashion designer Rocky Gathercole during his “Very RG Fashion Show,” held in Sydney in July 2019.

From his first-ever fashion runway, Seeyan took an interest in joining pageants and modelling.

In his first-ever pageant, Seeyan, who just turned 5-year-old, took home the grand title of Little Mister Glam Australia 2019 and Little Glam Charity King 2019.

In the same pageant, Seeyan also won 8 other special awards, namely: Best in Talent, Best in Runway, Best in National Costume, Darling of the Press winner, People’s Choice Award winner, Netizens Choice Award, Little Mr. Friendship, and Little Mr. Congeniality.

In January 2020, Seeyan represented Australia in the Little Mister Glam International competition. He bagged the title Junior Glam Earth International 2020 and Mr. Photogenic.

In December 2020, in the Little Miss & Mister World pageant, Seeyan was awarded the Mr. Little Asia Pacific (Australia) 2020 title. He was supposed to compete in the Internationals in Myanmar, but due to Covid-19, he did not push through.

On the 11th of December 2021, Seeyan was one of the TrendyB Kids Fashion Fest models held in Eastern Creek. It’s one of the biggest kids’ runway shows featuring pageant and African-inspired clothes by Trendy B Designs. Seeyan also joined the Talent Contest part of the show, where he sang.

On the 26th of December 2021, Seeyan was awarded Mister Australasia, Little Mr. International King of the Year, Best in Swimwear, and Best in Social Media.

In other community events, Seeyan has performed and sang “True Colors” (original by Cyndi Lauper) at the 123rd Philippine Independence Day celebration hosted by APCO (Alliance of Philippine Community Organisations) on the 5th of June 2021. He was also one of 11 model kids who did a fashion show during the Philippine National Day Ball hosted by the Philippine Community Council of NSW on the 12th of June 2021. He also paraded with fellow Little Glam Australia 2019 winners at the Philippine Christmas Festival at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour, Sydney, on the 9th of November 2019. He had also appeared in a couple of radio interviews, including Jinky Marsh’s Generation Hope and with Ms. Violi Calvert on Radio Tagumpay, both on Triple H 100.1fm.

Apart from modelling, fashion, and pageants, Seeyan also loves music and playing the piano; he enjoys dancing and singing; he loves swimming and playing chess for sports.

Academically, Seeyan is now in Year 2. Last year, he was 1 of only 3 Year 1 students in his class who was recognised and awarded “Citizenship Award” for his outstanding commitment to learning and impressive results in his class, particularly in Mathematics, English, and Spelling.

Seeyan loves learning and reading and wants to be a paleontologist when he grows up.

Isabel Fernandes

Isabel Fernandes, is a 14-year-old beauty queen of Portuguese origin who is passionate about inspiring young girls about beauty. Beauty can be anything and has no limits.

She enjoys dancing, singing, art, fashion, and she hopes that one day she will become a makeup artist, especially editorial makeup, exploring different art and craft of makeup.

She also has dyslexia and hopes to inspire others that there is nothing you can’t do if you put your mind and passion into it.

Her achievements include starting dancing at 2, being awarded a class performance award for Grade IV Jazz, and receiving the CPA High Achievement award from the Australasian Dance Association. In 2019, she was elected School Representative Council and Library Monitor. In 2018 and 2019, she was Mini Vinnies Leader. She helped raise money for the Homeless; she was Bethlehem College Ambassador in 2020 and 2021, and she was also selected for the gifted and talented music program at school in 2020.

Isabel was recently crowned Miss Teen Australasia and Miss Photogenic and she is also the ambassador teen model for BareLife Naturals and Chocolate Day Spa.

Aileyah-Fhel Calimag Bigornia

Aileyah-Fhel Calimag Bigornia is four years old of Filipino descent. She is passionate about pageants and modelling, following her sister’s passion.

At her age, she enjoys watching dancing, singing, pageants, and fashion shows, and she spends her time on technology to learn basic learning. She also helps her sister segregate recycled plastic cans and bottles to raise funds and donate them to the Philippines to help children in need. She spends her time at dance school at the weekend doing the Emma Wiggle ballet, tap, jazz, and singing with instruments.

Aileyah – Fel’s first exposure in public was when she joined the Trendy B designs at the Christmas Fashion show for charity fundraising at the age of 2. Also, she was one of the three awardees who won the best-dressed guest at the TendyB Kids Fashion show last year, 2021.

Aileyah-Fel, at the age of 3, was recently crowned as Little Miss Australasia Global 2021 held at Dockside Darling Harbour and with a special award, “Darling of the Crowd.”

She is very independent in her ADLs and responsible for tidying and cleaning her mess at her age.

Candice Tyra Geonzon Tarrant

Candice Tyra Geonzon Tarrant is a 12-year-old Filipino Australian. She is the only daughter of Randy Tarrant and Cheryl Tarrant. Her dad, Randy, has been a Timber sales consultant and expert wood machinist for over 20 years and her mother, Cheryl, is a full-time night shift nurse and a beauty Queen – the reigning Woman of the Universe Australia 2021, Woman of the Universe Tourism 2021 and Mrs. Universe Australia Finalist 2022.

Following the footsteps of her beauty Queen mother, Candice was recently crowned Miss Earth Junior Air Australia 2021 and Miss Junior Australasia Official 2021. Candice has a passion for helping other people through her recycling advocacy. She has been collecting empty bottles, cans, and cartons for two years now. She donated 300 AUD or 10,000 pesos as COVID 19 Assistance in Iloilo, Philippines, last year from recycling.

This year, in collaboration with her mother, they came up with an event “Appreciation Day for Aged Care Workers” where they will provide lunch for Aged Care workers from selling their preloved items and recycling set in December with the hope that the restriction in Aged care will ease by that month. She also performed in various Aged Care Facilities to help fund Dementia Australia.

Candice is also an active performer and a member of the Team Fuchsia Performance Troupe of Stepaside Studios West Ryde for over seven years now. This year, she has eight dance lessons: Youth Cheer, L3 Ballet, L3 Jazz, Intermediate Acrobatics, Intermediate Hip-hop, L2 Tap, Trio Hip-hop, and Performance Troupe. This year, they have won several dance competitions, and they are competing for National Hollywood Bound in January 2022.

Candice was awarded as Most Outstanding Junior Dancer of 2019; this year, she performed the lead role as Sophie in the Enchanted Dance concert held in Pioneer Theatre Castle Hill. This year, she also completed her Classical Ballet examination with Honours by Australian Dance Vision. During her primary years, while other kids were on their lunch break, Candice volunteered twice a week as Library Monitor in their school. She is also the lead dancer of their Wakikiri School Performing Dance, a member of the senior dance troupe, and a school representative in netball.

She was awarded PSSA Best and Fairest Junior Netball 2019 and Mandarin High Achievement 2019 of WRPS. She will be in her 7th year at Marist Sisters Woolwich. When she grows up she wants to be a Physiotherapist, particularly a dance and sports physiotherapist. Candice aspires to be a print ad and a runway model as well. She is under the management of the Starfish Kids talent agency. Candice is looking forward to receiving her award as Sydney’s Best Dressed 2021 Awardee this year.

Introducing The Beauty Behind The Cover Of The February 2022 Issue Of Mrs. Universe Magazine: Joanna Gunay

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Joanna Gunay is a 33-year-old wife and proud mother of two beautiful children, a 5-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old son. She was born in the Philippines and raised here in Sydney, Australia. She graduated with a Bachelor in Oral health from the University of Sydney in 2008 and currently works as a specialist in Orthodontic practice.

Joanna enjoys an active lifestyle, being outdoors, and spending time with her family. Some of her passions include fitness, fashion, health, and well-being. She started modelling after being scouted by an agency and since then has worked with different photographers and walked the runway for various well-renowned designers.

She was Miss Philippines-Australia 2012, and during her reign, Joanna represented the Australian-Filipino community through various social and charity events in Australia and the Philippines.

Her advocacy promotes awareness of women and children suffering domestic violence and helps create change. She believes that true beauty radiates from within and would like to use this platform to inspire, uplift, and empower other women to value their self-worth and reach their full potential. Some of the Mrs. Universe Australia Official pageant titles and awards she recently won include Mrs. Universe Australia Official 2022, Mrs. Chocolate Day Spa 2022, Best in Catwalk, and Best in Swimwear.

We recently caught up with Joanna to discuss her journey in the industry, and here’s what went down:

How did you get into the pageant industry?

I would watch the annual Miss Philippines -Australia pageant, and I always had the thought of joining at the back of my mind. I never had the confidence to participate until a visit to my hairdresser, Ching Mercado. She encouraged me to go for it, and she also became my pageant coach and hair and makeup artist. That same year, I was scouted by a modelling agency which also exposed me to the fashion world and sparked my interest in exploring the pageantry world.

What do you like most about being a beauty queen?

women to value their self-worth and believe in the beauty of their dreams. As a proud wife and mother of two children, being a beauty queen with the title ‘Mrs’ adds more meaning because it is a testament to my strength as a woman and as a mother to lead by example and to be a role model for my kids that nothing is impossible and no dream is too big. Being able to share this experience with my children, especially my 5-year-old daughter, has been so special. To see her face light up with pride when she sees me on the stage has been absolutely endearing.

Downside to being a beauty queen?

One of the challenges is finding the balance between being a beauty queen and family life. Sometimes, my schedule can get quite busy, and juggling work, motherhood, and the responsibilities of a beauty queen can be difficult.

What has been the most memorable experience of being in the industry so far?

I had the opportunity to do some charity work in the Philippines, which included visiting and donating to an orphanage and providing scholarships to some college students. It was very rewarding to see all our efforts and hard work in fundraising come to fruition and extremely uplifting to know the significant impact this would have in the lives of so many disadvantaged and less fortunate within the community.

Who have been the most interesting people you’ve met so far in the industry?

I’ve had the pleasure to get to know Miriam Scott, the CEO and founder of Barelife Naturals Australia and owner of Chocolate Day Spa- one of the sponsors for Mrs. Universe Australia Official. Coming from an impoverished background and achieving everything she has accomplished today, her life story is one of resilience and unwavering determination.

I am honoured to be one of the Barelife Naturals Australia and Chocolate Day Spa models to help bring her vision of a peaceful and sustainable world to life through this organic hub of beauty products.

It’s also been an honour to get to know Maryrose Salubre, the CEO and founder of Mrs. Universe Official, and the different candidates during the Mrs. Universe Australia pageant and hear and be inspired by their different life journeys.

What has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned while in the beauty pageant industry.

With the pressures and expectations of the beauty pageant industry, you can easily lose sight of yourself. I have learned the importance of being humble, staying true to yourself, and being confident in who you are despite criticism and negativity. To have the courage to stand by your beliefs and value your self-worth.

Is your family supportive of you being a beauty queen?

Absolutely. They are my biggest supporters! I am truly grateful to my family for their relentless love and support over the years and their unyielding faith in me. They are my inspiration and driving force to continue doing what I love.

If you could go back in a time machine to the time when you were just getting started, what would you do differently?

To be honest, as cliché as it may sound, I really wouldn’t change a thing. I’ve enjoyed every part of my journey, and I’ve learned and grown through each experience to better myself.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

My parents instilled in me to always believe in myself at a young age. That advice has brought me to where I am today.

What are your future plans? Inside pageantry or out of it.

I will continue to promote my advocacy of domestic violence and women empowerment and be involved in charity events to help those underprivileged within our community. It is a privilege to have this platform to promote awareness, help create change, and be a voice for those who feel silenced.

Pageantry has also ignited my love and passion for modelling, and after a few years away from it, I would like to continue modelling again. I am very excited for my reign as Mrs. Universe Australia official 2022, leading up to the big event of the Mrs. Universe Official International pageant later this year.