Portmanteau or blend of "Pinoy Aussie," referring to a Filipino who migrated to Australia, embracing the country and its way of life, yet retaining some aspects of their Filipino heritage. May also refer to a person born in Australia of Filipino Heritage.
Etymology:
Aussie - An
Australian. One that lives in Australia.
Pinoy - Slang for Filipino male.
Pinay - Slang for Filipino female.
Term coined by Eduardo Maria De La Cruz Gutierrez, in his 2012 book, "Pinosi (Pinoy Aussie): A Filipino Immigrant in Australia 42 Years."