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Networks

New network seeks to promote Lasallian mission

The newly formed De La Salle Community Association Network is bringing together Lasallians who have a strong sense and commitment to the mission of St John Baptist De La Salle. Source: ACBC Media Blog. 

Asylum-Seekers United Kingdom

Catholic charities in Britain condemn passing of Rwanda bill

Church, refugee and human rights groups have described the passing of the UK Government’s Rwanda Bill, which will see asylum-seekers sent from the UK to Rwanda, as “a dark day” and “cruel”. Source: The Tablet.

South East Asia

Priests in the Philippines tackle plastic waste brick by brick

At the seminary for the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Manila, thousands of plastic bottles can be found everywhere – repurposed into “ecobricks” used for projects around the grounds. Source: NCR Online.

Anzac Day Holiday

CathNews returns on Friday

CathNews will not be published tomorrow, Anzac Day. We will be back on Friday.

Housing

Report finds rental affordability the worst it has ever been

There is not a single property across Australia – or even a room in a shared house – that’s affordable for someone on youth allowance, according to a new report released today. Source: ABC News.

Environment Pope Francis

Pope marks World Earth Day with plea for bold action

Marking World Earth Day yesterday, Pope Francis reiterated his urgent plea for bold action for “our common home” and for world peace. Source: Vatican News. 

Aged Care

Wait times for aged care support blow out under Labor

Older Australians are waiting for up to 12 months for home aged care services as the sector accuses Labor of taking its foot off the pedal ahead of the Budget. Source: The Australian.

In The Dioceses Sport

Ironman priest finds unique way to evangelise

For Hobart priest Fr Leo Zenarosa, sport is the perfect way to evangelise in modern Australian society. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.

Coronavirus Politics

Senate committee calls for royal commission into pandemic response

The Senate committee examining Australia’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic has recommended the establishment of a royal commission, arguing the case for a full-blown inquiry with investigative powers is “overwhelming”. Source: The Guardian.