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Pope says he’s working behind the scenes for peace in Ukraine
Pope Francis says he is working behind the scenes to bring peace to Ukraine and that the Vatican is willing to help mediate the return of Ukrainian children forcibly taken to Russia since the outbreak of war. Source: NCR Online.
Planned NDIS funding cap seen as challenging, but achievable
Vulnerable Australians are trying to balance their need for government-funded services while supporting moves to keep the National Disability Insurance Scheme financially stable to ensure future access. Source: Canberra Times.
Diverse views shared at Voice referendum inquiry
Former prime minister Tony Abbott, Indigenous leader Noel Pearson and Fr Frank Brennan SJ were among those to appear yesterday before the parliamentary inquiry into Labor’s referendum proposal on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Source: ABC News.
Salesians welcome international leader to Australia during centenary year
The international head of the Salesians of Don Bosco has wrapped up an eight-day trip to Australia with a visit to Salesian College in Sunbury, Victoria, which is home to the motherhouse of the order in Australia.
JobSeeker payment boost for 227,000 Australians over 55
Older recipients of JobSeeker look set to receive higher welfare payments than their younger counterparts, with the Federal Budget expected to increase payments for 227,000 Australians. Source: 7News.
Campion College’s early offer scheme opens for 2024
Campion College Australia, an independent liberal arts college in Western Sydney, has announced its early offer scheme for prospective students interested in commencing their studies in 2024.
Britain’s Catholics prepare for king’s upcoming coronation
When King Charles III is crowned on Saturday, it will be an opportunity to reaffirm Christianity’s place in public affairs, including the presence of Britain’s small but significant Catholic minority. Source: OSV News.
Advocates welcome additional funding for WA social housing
The McGowan Government will pump a further $511 million into its social housing program to boost public housing supply and refurbish ageing properties as Western Australia grapples with an accommodation crisis. Source: WA Today.
Peru, Chile bishops call for resolution to border crisis
Bishops from Peru and Chile have called on the authorities of both countries to seek a solution through dialogue to the migration crisis that is currently taking place at the border. Source: CNA.