My Life as a Foreigner in the 1950s

As a young man in Italy’s Southern Calabria, Bruno Vartuli dreamed of starting a new life in a new land.

On his arrival in Australia in the 1950s Bruno struggled to understand the language and culture, but with tremendous strength and perseverance he overcame each adversity and achieved amazing results.

This personal story of assimilation and integration highlights the importance of equality in society and inspires us to embrace the differences between people with dignity and compassion.