"I had lost everything, but I immediately got back to work"

On May 1, 1950, at the age of 19, after saying goodbye to his mother, Vincenzo Lubrano left the island of Procida, where he was born, without knowing that this would be the last time he would see it.

Vincenzo Lubrano con la famiglia al completo Source: Supplied

In this second part of his life story, Vincenzo Lubrano tells of the beginning of his business activities in Australia, marked by successes but also by problems linked to the international situation.

Source: Supplied

Source: Supplied

People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others. Check your state’s restrictions on gathering limits.

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, stay home and arrange a test by calling your doctor or contact the Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080.

News and information is available in 63 languages at https://sbs.com.au/coronavirus

Listen to SBS Italian everyday, from 8am to 10am AEST. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram