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Pope Leo XIV

Pope to be admitted to hospital today ahead of operation

Pope Leo XIV will be hospitalised at Gemelli Hospital in Rome today ahead of a surgery to remove a nodule in his lung, as Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President Archbishop Timothy Costelloe and people worldwide express their concern and prayers

Politics Religious Freedom

Spender revives religious discrimination debate

MP Allegra Spender has called on the Albanese Government to deliver an election promise it has put on ice by reviving the debate over religious freedoms, setting up fresh battle lines between faith leaders and equality advocates. Source: The Australian.

Religious

Congregations to mark Day of Sorrow and Promise with prayer

Religious Congregations across Australia will spend one hour in prayer this Sunday to mark the National Day of Sorrow and Promise, acknowledging the profound harm caused by abuse and reaffirm the importance of safeguarding. Source: CRA.

Jobs Market Blog

Jobs Market Blog by CathNews offers a variety of Catholic job articles, career guides and recruitment insights.

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  • Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Principal: Mission (APM) to join the leadership team at Shalom College, Bundaberg. This full-time position, commencing January 2027, offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the spiritual and educational life of the school community.

  • Board Director (NSW)

    We’re looking for a new Board Director to join Mary MacKillop Today, someone with deep experience in philanthropy and fundraising to help guide our work across Australia, Timor-Leste, Fiji and Peru. This is a voluntary role, with six hybrid board meetings a year (North Sydney or online) and a term of up to three years.

  • The Little Sisters of the Poor are seeking an experienced HR practitioner to join their team at Glendalough Home in Perth. Part-time role with negotiable days and span of hours.

  • This is a unique opportunity to use your administration and business support skills in a values-led environment, and to enjoy the flexibility of part-time work. The role is 22.8 hours per week and is based on-site in East Lismore.

  • MacKillop College is seeking an experienced Science educator to provide instructional leadership and pedagogical support to the educators leading our rigorous and engaging Science program.

  • We are seeking an inclusive educator who demonstrates a willingness to engage in authentic, faith-based teaching for students to explore meaning, reflect deeply, question respectfully, and connect the message of Jesus in the Gospels to modern life.