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Faith leaders unite to call for conscience vote on gambling ad ban
Several Canberra-based ecumenical leaders have lent their support to a push for a conscience vote in Parliament on the potential full ban of gambling advertising in Australia. Source: Catholic Voice.
Fight over NDIS eligibility looms for Labor
The federal Government faces a difficult fight to tighten eligibility rules for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, but has pledged to work with disability advocates and the states following the passage of major reform legislation on Thursday night. Source: AFR.
Diocese launches new pastoral plan for a synodal Church
Parramatta Diocese has launched its “Pastoral Plan for a Synodal Church 2024-2028”, which establishes and articulates the diocese’s Christ-centred vision for the next four years. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Self-funded retirees entering a nursing home face $40,000 bill
Self-funded retirees entering a nursing home after July next year face an average $40,000 extra coming out of their own pocket if the Albanese Government adopts the recommendations of its aged care taskforce for greater personal co-contributions. Source: The Australian.
Gratia program helping women discern their vocation
Four women are taking the next steps in their Christian life through Vocation Brisbane’s Gratia program. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Socktober kicks off with the goal of raising funds for Mongolia’s poor
Catholic Mission’s annual Socktober initiative encourages students to take action on global issues like poverty and social justice through soccer.
Disaster avoided as plane crash-lands near Catholic primary school
A flight instructor and trainee have narrowly avoided disaster after their light plane crash-landed in Bossley Park in Sydney, steering clear of a nearby Catholic school and homes yesterday. Source:7News.com.au
Watchdog reports alarming rise in Christian persecution in Europe
A European watchdog has warned of serious anti-Christian violence in Europe and called on governments to protect converts from Islam in particular. Source: CNA.
Not even Cate Blanchett can save this mess
Based on the best-selling videogame, Borderlands is an action-adventure film that follows a ragtag team of misfits on a mission to save a missing girl who holds the key to unimaginable power.