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Faith leaders warn future of religious education under threat
An alliance of the nation’s faith leaders is warning the future of religious education is under threat and that their schools will not be allowed to choose teachers who share the same faith under proposed anti-discrimination reforms. Source: The Australian.
Catholic organisations hail ‘victory for compassion and common sense’
Catholic Religious Australia is among a number of Catholic organisations that have welcomed the Albanese Government’s plan to end Temporary Protection Visas and Safe Haven Enterprise Visas.
Government unveils $424m Closing the Gap plan
The Albanese Government has acknowledged there has been an “enormous failure” in attempts to close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, as it unveiled a new plan to address First Nations’ disadvantage. Source: ABC News.
Vinnies urges Government to lift income support payments
St Vincent de Paul Society national president Claire Victory said the latest interest rate increase was another setback for Australians struggling to survive the cost-of-living crisis.
Catholic Mission providing support for quake victims in Türkiye and Syria
Catholic Mission, as the Holy See’s mission agency, is taking action to support missionaries who are providing vital emergency support and pastoral care following the devastating February 6 earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
‘Energy and enthusiasm’ as two schools merge into one college
The transition of two Catholic schools in Mackay into one college has ushered in a new era for Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton.
Independent commission releases report on abuse in Church in Portugal
At least 4815 children were sexually abused by members of the Church in Portugal over the past 70 years, according to a report by the commission investigating the issue. Source: Reuters.
Cardinal Bo renews call for peace in Myanmar
Cardinal Charles Bo used a Marian feast celebrated by Catholics from across Myanmar on Saturday to renew a call for peace in the civil-war-torn nation. Source: UCA News.
Pope and almoner under fire after circus performance
Pope Francis and Cardinal Konrad Krajewski have come under fire from animal rights activists after the papal almoner participated in a circus performance on Saturday that included elephants. Source: Crux.