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Vinnies urges Government to lift income support payments
- . 14 February 2023
St Vincent de Paul Society national president Claire Victory said the latest interest rate increase was another setback for Australians struggling to survive the cost-of-living crisis.
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Catholic Mission providing support for quake victims in Türkiye and Syria
- . 14 February 2023
Catholic Mission, as the Holy See’s mission agency, is taking action to support missionaries who are providing vital emergency support and pastoral care following the devastating February 6 earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
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‘Energy and enthusiasm’ as two schools merge into one college
- . 14 February 2023
The transition of two Catholic schools in Mackay into one college has ushered in a new era for Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton.
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Independent commission releases report on abuse in Church in Portugal
- . 14 February 2023
At least 4815 children were sexually abused by members of the Church in Portugal over the past 70 years, according to a report by the commission investigating the issue. Source: Reuters.
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Cardinal Bo renews call for peace in Myanmar
- . 14 February 2023
Cardinal Charles Bo used a Marian feast celebrated by Catholics from across Myanmar on Saturday to renew a call for peace in the civil-war-torn nation. Source: UCA News.
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Pope and almoner under fire after circus performance
- . 14 February 2023
Pope Francis and Cardinal Konrad Krajewski have come under fire from animal rights activists after the papal almoner participated in a circus performance on Saturday that included elephants. Source: Crux.
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Bishops carry shared mission home from Oceania assembly
- . 13 February 2023
The Catholic bishops of Oceania have concluded their week-long gathering in Fiji with a missioning Mass, being encouraged to respond to the hopes and challenges they shared with hearts of mission and service.
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Bishop Randazzo named new president of Oceania Federation
- . 13 February 2023
Broken Bay Bishop Anthony Randazzo has been announced as the new president of the Federation of Catholic Bishops Conferences of Oceania.
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Catholic Education backs changes to NAPLAN
- . 13 February 2023
The National Catholic Education Commission says announced changes to NAPLAN are designed to provide a clearer picture of student learning progress and put data into the hands of teachers and parents sooner.