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Master of disappearing craft guided by his faith
In a quiet workshop in Perth’s northern suburbs, 83-year-old Robert Bonolo stands as a master of a nearly extinct craft: antique metal restoration. Source: The eRecord.
New state council president for St Vincent de Paul Society NSW
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW has elected Peter Houweling as its new state council president for a four-year term, following the death of former president Paul Burton earlier this year.
Tunnel borer named the ‘Gillian’ in honour of Breastmilk Bank founder
The Victorian Government has recognised Dr Gillian Opie, founder of Mercy Health’s Breastmilk Bank, by naming a tunnel boring machine in her honour as part of the North East Link tunnel development.
Fr Greg makes a splash with 1500th open water swim
Melbourne priest Fr Greg Trythall has celebrated 1500 consecutive Sunday open-water swims. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
South Sudan’s Australian ‘angel’ served the poorest of the poor
Sr Moira Lynch FDNSC, who in her 70s left Sydney to serve the poorest of the poor in war-torn southern Sudan, has been recognised in her regional hometown’s walk of fame. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
South Australian runs lifeline to Gaza
Jodie Clark has quite possibly the toughest job in the world. As head of the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza, she is responsible for delivering food, medicine, fuel and other supplies to more than 2 million Palestinians. Source: The Southern Cross.
Departing chief ‘personifies what Caritas represents’
After nearly five years in the role, Kirsty Robertson has announced her resignation as Caritas Australia’s chief executive officer, effective from August 9.
Marist brother’s secret to living a long and joyful life? Love
The Marist Brothers Star of the Sea Province will tomorrow celebrate the 100th birthday of its oldest living brother, Br Vincent Shekleton.
Education director retires after 23 years feeling ‘truly blessed’
Catholic Education Rockhampton has farewelled Leesa Jeffcoat at a Mass of Thanksgiving at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Rockhampton, as she concludes her time as director after more than two decades in the role.