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Budget to balance books and ease living costs
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will project a surplus of $9.3 billion in tonight’s Budget, saying it has “come on top – not at the expense – of helping those doing it tough”. Source: The Guardian.
Women denied opportunity for housing in Hobart
The St Vincent de Paul Society Tasmania is disappointed in Hobart City Council’s decision to reject plans for a social housing development in North Hobart for women over the age of 50. Source: The Mercury.
Social services advocate to take up new challenge
Catholic Social Services Australia announced yesterday that Monique Earsman will be stepping down from her role as executive director, effective May 31.
Extra funding for Queensland school parent body
Catholic School Parents Queensland has welcomed the announcement of an additional $100,000 funding from the Queensland Government to enhance their work with families in Catholic schools.
Our Lady of Fatima parade blessed by pause in rain
It was a welcome pause in a week of record rainfall, but no sooner had the statue of Our Lady returned to St Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney after her feast day procession did the heavens – and umbrellas – re-open. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Kohn receives ACU honour for her spirited reflections
Rachael Kohn, one of the most recognised voices on ABC Radio, is now the recipient of an honorary degree from Australian Catholic University.
Vatican issues decree on Jubilee indulgences
The Vatican issued a decree yesterday outlining the many ways that Catholics can obtain a plenary indulgence during the 2025 Jubilee Year. Source: CNA.
Human life is a gift, not a problem: Pope Francis
Blind, unbridled consumerism and selfishness – not the number of people on the planet having children – are the root causes of the world’s problems, Pope Francis said. Source: CNS.
European bishops urge reflection ahead of election
Two of Europe’s leading prelates have penned a letter ahead of the European Union parliamentary elections next month, stressing the importance of solidifying European unity and identity. Source: Crux.