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On 12th anniversary of his election as Pope, Francis on road to recovery
Pope Francis’ latest X-rays confirm that his condition is improving while hospitalised for a lung infection and double pneumonia, the Vatican said overnight. Source: NCR Online.
Bishop announces diocesan Synod for Cairns
Cairns Bishop Joe Caddy wants to hear from people across the Cairns community as he announces a diocesan Synod to begin later this year. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Man leaves St Vincent’s hospital with artificial heart in world first
An Australian patient has become the first in the world to leave hospital with a levitating titanium heart, in a major step towards halving deaths from cardiac failure and establishing a world-leading medical manufacturing industry on Australian soil. Source: SMH.
Productivity Commission says governments shirking “meaningful action” to close the gap
The Productivity Commission says governments are shirking “meaningful action” to close the gap, as new data reveals soaring rates of Indigenous imprisonment and ongoing failures to reduce rates of suicides and children in out-of-home care. Source: ABC News.
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.
Conference told deacons ‘pilgrims of hope’
There was a strong spirit of camaraderie at the 2025 National Deacons Conference, held at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre in Hahndorf, South Australia, writes Deacon Tim Grauel. Source: The Southern Cross.
Marymead launches fundraiser to support homeless
For more than 60 years, Marymead CatholicCare Canberra and Goulburn has been a pillar of hope for vulnerable children, families, and individuals across the region. Source: Catholic Social Services Australia.
St John Paul II hailed as model for Catholics to fight anti-Semitism
St John Paul II’s example as a strong bridge-builder between Catholicism and Judaism should be used against enduring antisemitism, according to a theologian who wrote a two-volume biography of one of the longest-serving popes. Source: OSV News.
Mexican bishops reiterate call for unity, decry country’s ‘culture of death’
Mexico’s bishops have called for unity as the country deals with threats from US President Donald Trump, who promises to impose tariffs on Mexican exports if migrants continue crossing the US border and fentanyl is not stamped out. Source: Catholic Review.