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Archbishop denounces Australia’s hidden ‘culture of death’
Melbourne Archbishop Peter A. Comensoli has called out Victoria’s major parties for backing taxpayer-funded abortion, warning Australia harbours a hidden “culture of death”. Source: Herald Sun.
Security briefing for anxious MPs
Australian intelligence agencies will today brief anxious federal politicians about a worsening security environment as independent MP Helen Haines remains in a critical condition after being struck by a vehicle outside her regional Victorian office. Source: The Age.
New laws aimed at discrimination in religious schools
Religious schools in Western Australia will no longer be allowed to sack teachers or expel students due to their sexuality, or to reject students due to a disability, under new laws proposed by the Cook Government. Source: ABC News.
Global head of Caritas visits Australia
The leader of one of the world’s largest humanitarian networks has concluded a visit to Australia, highlighting the Church’s unique capacity to reach communities from local parishes to the highest levels of global decision-making. Source: Caritas Australia.
BabyCCINO trial looks for perfect caffeine dose for premature babies
A world-first international clinical trial aimed at determining the most effective dose of caffeine for very premature babies is set to begin in Australia’s coffee capital, Melbourne. Source: Mercy Health.
Sevenhill Cellars celebrates 175 years
The first winery in South Australia’s Clare Valley celebrated 175 years with its annual long lunch and the release of a shiraz named for the Jesuit winemaker who inspired it. Source: The Southern Cross.
Church leaders condemn settler attacks in West Bank
Christian leaders in the Holy Land have condemned the latest attack by Israeli settlers in the West Bank against Palestinians and European diplomats during the annual olive harvest. Source: NCR Online.
Ukrainian priest forcibly conscripted
A Ukrainian priest was forcibly detained by recruitment officers and taken to a military training camp from where he could potentially be sent to the front lines of the war with Russia, his family stated. Source: EWTN News.
US archbishop asks exorcist priest to ‘step back’ for a year
An American priest known for his high-profile exorcism ministry has been asked by a Colorado archbishop to step back from the spotlight. Source: OSV News.