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Mater mental health expert warns of ‘cyclone anxiety’
A Mater youth mental health expert has warned that Tropical Cyclone Alfred may leave cases of ‘cyclone anxiety’ in its wake. Source: Catholic Health Australia.
Vinnies NSW and Qld launch appeals for Alfred victims
The St Vincent de Paul Societies in NSW and Queensland have launched appeals to help people who have been impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Churches reach out to local communities hit by floods and winds
Queenslanders are rallying after Ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred brought flooding rains and damaging winds to parts of the state across the weekend. Source: Catholic Leader.
Cathedral, churches closed as Alfred draws closer to landfall
Churches and schools across South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales are cancelling Masses and events ahead of the landfall of Cyclone Alfred expected on Friday or Saturday. Source: Catholic Leader.
Catholic schools in cyclone’s path announce closures
Catholic schools in south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales have closed as the states prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which is forecast to cross the coast on Friday, bringing destructive winds and the risk of life-threatening flooding. Source: ABC News.
Townsville bishop calls for prayers for flood-ravaged Ingham
Ingham-raised Isabella Melara said she had been in constant contact with her mum, who was among the thousands of locals trapped by floodwaters surrounding the Queensland town. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Townsville bishop describes dire situation in Ingham – with more rain on the way
Townsville Bishop Tim Harris says he will visit North Queensland’s Ingham region as soon as possible after the area experienced the worst flooding since 1967. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Nun among 10 killed after Indonesian volcano erupts
At least 10 people, including a Catholic nun, have been killed in a volcanic eruption on Indonesia’s predominantly Catholic Flores Island. Source: UCA News.
Pope prays for victims of Ethiopia landslides
Speaking at the conclusion of the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis offered his prayers for the victims of the large landslide that swept through a village in southern Ethiopia. Source: Vatican News.