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Teachers paid more, parents pay more in Australia: report
A new international report shows Australian teachers are paid more than their counterparts in other rich nations, and the country spends more on education generally, but relies more heavily on private tuition fees. Source: SMH.
Vatican launches new film on urgency of climate change
The Vatican has marked the Feast of St Francis of Assisi with the global premiere of a new documentary on the urgent need to address climate change, on the same day two UN climate change accords entered into force for the Holy See. Source: CNA.
AFL club CEO stands down over Christian beliefs
Former banking boss Andrew Thorburn believes his “personal Christian faith is not tolerated or permitted in the public square” after his 30-hour stint as chief executive of the AFL’s Essendon club came crashing down. Source: The Australian.
Archbishop joins board of peak Catholic health body
Hobart Archbishop Julian Porteous is joining the board of Catholic Health Australia, saying that advocating and defending the mission of Catholic health and aged care operations is more important than ever.
NZ bishops issue guidelines to support young people
The Catholic bishops of Aotearoa New Zealand have published new guidelines for the country’s 235 Catholic schools to support young people with regard to sexual diversity. Source: NZCBC.
Pacific storm brewing as climate and debt crises collide
The Pacific region is facing a perfect storm of climate change-induced disasters and skyrocketing debt burdens, according to a new report. Source: Caritas Oceania.
All-schools competition kicks off next year
Athletes from public, private and Catholic secondary schools will compete against each other for the first time next year, at an event tipped to draw huge numbers. Source: Bendigo News.
Pope asks for prayers for a synodal Church
In his prayer intention for October, Pope Francis has asked that the Church be one of synodality, which means walking together, along the same road.
Church in Vietnam to focus on migrant communities
Catholic priests from all dioceses in Vietnam attending a major national conference have been told to work together and prioritise care for migrant communities at home and abroad. Source: UCAnews.