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Surfing priest rescues father and son caught in rip
A West Australian priest has rescued a father and son who were struggling to swim at a tourist hotspot in the state’s far north. Source: ABC News.
New priests encouraged to embrace their calling with humility, courage
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has encouraged three newly ordained priests to embrace their calling with humility and courage, echoing the words of Pope Leo XIV, “Peace be with you. Do not be afraid.” Source: The Record.
Future health professionals get a tase of rural life
An immersion program in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region is building connections between future health professionals and rural communities. Source: UNDA.
Formation of council creates new voice for Church in Kimberley
History was made in the Broome Diocese on the weekend as the new Kimberley Aboriginal Catholic Pastoral Council was formed.
From Poland to Bunbury: New bishop ordained today
Bishop-elect George Kolodziej SDS will be ordained and installed as the Fifth Bishop of Bunbury today, in a ceremony to be livestreamed on the Bunbury Diocese’s YouTube channel.
Christian Brother named WA’s Senior Australian of the Year
Western Australia’s newest Senior Australian of the Year, Br Thomas Oliver “Olly” Pickett, says he is still coming to terms with the unexpected honour. Source: ABC News.
New bishop appointed to Broome Diocese
Pope Francis last night appointed Brisbane Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Norton SVD to be the third Bishop of Broome. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Dioceses of Western Australia apologise to abuse victims and survivors
The Catholic dioceses of Western Australia – Perth, Bunbury, Geraldton and Broome – yesterday issued a joint statement, acknowledging the release of a state parliamentary committee report on support for survivors of institutional child sexual abuse.
Political parties urged to commit to capital funding for Catholic schools
Catholic Education Western Australia is calling on the state’s political parties to commit to providing state capital funding for Catholic schools.