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Catholic sector raises the alarm over rebate changes
Removing the age-based health insurance rebate will lead more than 200,000 older Australians to drop or downgrade their hospital cover, shift about $675 million a year onto public hospitals, and threaten some regional private hospitals, a new analysis says.
Diocese to share school principals to offset funding cuts
More than a dozen Catholic primary schools in Sydney’s north shore and northern beaches will share their principal with another school in a move designed to keep fees low amid a sharp reduction in funding. Source: SMH.
Mercy Health breaks ground on integrated seniors precinct
Mercy Health has begun construction on a new integrated seniors precinct that will bring retirement living, home care and residential aged care together in one community, helping meet growing demand for seniors housing and care on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.
‘You are not alone’, Pope tells Middle East bishops
Pope Leo XIV has praised the “precious presence” of the small Christian communities who “make Christ present” in the Middle East. Source: OSV News.
We can build communities where every person is safe: Bishop Bennet
Catholics around Australia will mark Safeguarding Sunday on September 13, with the theme, “Love Protects”, recognising that safeguarding is a practical expression of Christian love. Source: ACBC.
‘Better than socks’: Conference touted as perfect Father’s Day gift
There is a fair chance the socks you buy your father this Sunday will be at the bottom of a drawer by Christmas. Michael Jaksic has a suggestion that might fare better. Source: Catholic Weekly.
Food for thought: Mary’s Meals help students to progress
Mary’s Meals, the global school feeding charity’s latest Impact Report shows how nutritious daily meals served in places of learning are helping children attend class, concentrate and progress, while also supporting local economies. Source: The Record.
Remains of Church leaders return home to Timor-Leste
After decades away from their homeland, the mortal remains of three former Church leaders who accompanied the people of Timor-Leste through war, occupation and the struggle for self-determination have returned to the country they served. Source: Vatican News.
Intense family drama with a secret at its heart
This British drama’s Internet Movie Database synopsis of & Sons, “A writer tries to reconnect with his sons”, must be one of the mightiest understatements of a synopsis. This is an intense drama, centred on one of Bill Nighy’s most outstanding performances. Source: Australian Catholics.