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Chalmers hands down Budget with election in mind
More than 12 million workers will receive surprise tax cuts in a brazen pitch for votes at the election due in May, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers vows to deliver a “soft landing” for the economy. Source: The Age.
Budget gets mixed reviews from Catholic organisations
Catholic organisations have responded to the Albanese Government’s Budget, acknowledging commitments to health care and foreign aid, but recognising more must be done to address the root causes of poverty and inequality in Australia.
Pope was so ill doctors considered letting him ‘die in peace’
Pope Francis came so close to death at one point during his 38-day fight in hospital against pneumonia that his doctors considered ending treatment so he could die in peace, the head of his medical team said. Source: ABC News.
Project Compassion helps Irene secure a brighter future
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion campaign is helping people like Irene from the Democratic Republic of Congo to secure a brighter future for herself and her family.
Perth Archdiocese launches Catholic Youth Assembly
Perth Archdiocese has launched its Catholic Youth Assembly, a move aimed at boosting youth involvement in the Church. Source: The Record.
Global role for Australian deacon
Parramatta Deacon Tony Hoban has been elected to the board of the International Diaconate Centre. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Dicastery says pro-life movement needs new approach
The Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life has published a pastoral framework to help dioceses begin a synodal process for strengthening and promoting the pastoral care of human life. Source: CNS.
Top Vatican diplomat says US foreign aid cuts have created ‘problem worldwide’
The Vatican’s foreign minister warned yesterday that the Trump Administration’s decision to gut the United States’ foreign aid assistance has created a “problem worldwide”. Source: NCR Online.
Tragedy unites community in prayer and service
For Andy Middleton, the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26, 2024, changed more than the skyline of Baltimore’s harbour. Source: Catholic Review.