Caring for my fiercely strong-willed father

Conversations by Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Sep 28, 20260:52:24Society & Culture

Kim Huynh on his family's remarkable journey from Vietnam to Australia. And taking on the role of carer for his fiercely strong-willed father, Thiet. Kim grew up in Canberra, arriving in Australia with his family as refu...

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