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Senate inquiry told Calvary takeover ‘bordered on unconscionable conduct’
Leaders of Calvary Health Care have criticised the ACT Government for the way it took over its former public hospital in the Canberra suburb of Bruce. Source: Canberra Times.
Synod will have no place for ideology: Pope
Pope Francis yesterday outlined his vision for the upcoming synodal assembly in October, which he said should be a prayerful exercise in dialogue free from ideology, not full of “political chatter” like a television talk show. Source: CNA.
Vinnies enters debate on tax reform
The new tax and welfare policy developed by the Australian National University for the St Vincent de Paul Society suggests up to 834,000 vulnerable people could be lifted out of poverty by targeted reforms to income tax, welfare and superannuation.
Pope highlights missionary efforts in Mongolia
Pope Francis concluded his apostolic journey to Mongolia by blessing the “House of Mercy”, a social centre for people in need that is supported by Catholic Mission in Australia.
Tertiary joins primary to revolutionise teacher education
Lismore Catholic Schools has teamed up with Southern Cross University to reimagine teacher education and training to revolutionise and redefine how teachers are prepared for their career.
ACU’s new Melbourne building already a ‘game changer’
Australian Catholic University’s new St Teresa of Kolkata building in Melbourne was described as a “game changer” at its official opening and blessing.
Rockhampton cathedral to shine a light on Christmas
It may only be September but Rockhampton Diocese is already looking forward to the return of the “Lights of Christmas”, which will be cast in vibrant colours onto the facade of St Joseph’s Cathedral for the first time since before the pandemic. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Holy See calls on UN members to promote culture of peace in digital era
The Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations has called on UN-member states to make honest assessments of the effects of digital technology on education, dialogue and the broader pursuit of peace. Source: Vatican News.
Italian priest shoots himself in the foot over rifle blessing
A priest in northern Italy who had announced plans to bless rifles to celebrate the opening of hunting season has been forced to backtrack and apologise after a social media backlash against the idea of appearing to sanctify weapons. Source: Crux.