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Australia evacuates last refugee held on Nauru
The last refugee held by Australia on Nauru has been evacuated off the island, marking the end – at least for now – of more than a decade of offshore processing on the Pacific island. Source: The Guardian.
Queensland Government and Vinnies team up for social housing
The Queensland Government is delivering 147 new social homes in partnership with the St Vincent de Paul Society, with another 13 now wrapping up works in Brisbane’s northern suburbs. Source: Australian Property Journal.
Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare
The spiralling cost of living leaves a family of four with two full-time workers on the minimum wage with just $73 left after expenses, according to a new living cost analysis by Anglicare Australia. Source: Canberra Times.
Australian ambassador to Holy See marks Day of Women in Diplomacy
Marking the annual International Day of Women in Diplomacy, Australian ambassador to the Holy See, Chiara Porro, has discussed the challenges and rewards of the job and the crucial perspective women bring to international relations. Source: Vatican News.
Catholic bishop says Russian instability both ‘hope and danger’ to Ukraine
While the head of Russia’s Orthodox Church backed President Vladimir Putin’s attempts to put down a military rebellion, a Catholic bishop in Ukraine warned current events presented “both hope and danger” for his own country. Source: OSV News.
Do not be afraid to remain faithful to the Gospel: Pope
Pope Francis has urged Christians not to be afraid of suffering criticism, economic loss and persecution for being faithful to what the Church teaches. Source: CNA.
Indonesian parish finally has a church after 33-year ordeal
Although the constitution of Indonesia guarantees religious freedom, St Bernadette’s Catholic Church in Pinang, which has opened after 33 years of struggle, is a symbol of the frequent gap between theory and practice. Source: Crux.
NSW Anti-slavery Commissioner launches three-year plan
New South Wales Anti-slavery Commissioner Dr James Cockayne yesterday launched his three-year strategic plan to combat modern slavery. Source: Australian Catholic Anti-slavery Network.
Fears over anti-Catholic bias as government rips up hospital contract
The ACT Government has trashed the sanctity of Australian property rights with a rash and heavy-handed takeover of the Catholic-run Calvary Hospital in Canberra, writes Senator Matt Canavan. Source: The Courier Mail.