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Health

Catholic sector backs Queensland decision to continue surgery program

Catholic Health Australia has welcomed the Queensland Government’s decision to continue Surgery Connect by investing $1.2 billion to deliver 30,000 surgeries next year. 

Gambling

Advocates slam political inaction on gambling reforms

Australia risks losing a whole generation of kids to gambling, as criticisms are levelled at the Albanese Government for failing to implement reforms from a landmark report two years on. Source: Canberra Times.

Ecumenism Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo reaffirms commitment to full communion with Orthodox Church

Meeting a delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, Pope Leo XIV on Saturday reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s commitment to the path of reconciliation and unity with the Orthodox Church. Source: Vatican News.

Media United States

Catholic media’s vital role in spreading Gospel in a digital age

Catholic media play a vital role in bearing truth and witnessing to the Gospel, especially amid the digital age and a crucial moment for the Church, said experts during a panel discussion at the US 2025 Catholic Media Conference. Source: OSV News.

South America

Woman attacks toddler with pepper spray during Mass in Brazil

A woman attacked a two-year-old girl and her parents with pepper spray during Mass in Brazil after allegedly being annoyed by the child’s behaviour. Source: Crux. 

Jubilee 2025 Priesthood

Friendship with Christ the spiritual foundation of ordained ministry: Pope 

When a priest has experienced the joy of truly believing in Jesus Christ and embracing him as a friend, it shows, Pope Leo XIV told priests yesterday. Source: OSV News.

First Nations Victoria

More than 5000 Victorians Walk for Truth

Catholic Social Services Victoria representatives joined more than 5000 people on Wednesday on the final leg of the 500km Walk for Truth from Portland to Melbourne’s Parliament House.

Volunteers

Sydney Archdiocese calls for volunteers for International Eucharistic Congress

The Sydney Archdiocese is seeking volunteers for the International Eucharistic Congress, scheduled to take place in Sydney in 2028. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

Cost Of Living Queensland

Vinnies welcomes Queensland Budget’s support for homelessness

Queensland’s Crisafulli Government has handed down its first Budget this week, with Church providers welcoming support for people struggling in the state’s housing crisis. Source: The Catholic Leader.