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Thousands of refugees to be granted permanent visas
- . 13 February 2023
Thousands of refugees across Australia who have lived “in limbo” for years will be eligible to stay in the country permanently as Labor moves to enact a pre-election commitment. Source: ABC News.
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Apology helps frame conversation about Voice
- . 13 February 2023
Today’s 15th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations will help frame the conversation about the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum, writes Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ. Source: Catholic Outlook.
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Pope appeals for prayers, solidarity for quake victims in Türkiye and Syria
- . 13 February 2023
Pope Francis yesterday renewed his appeal for concrete acts of solidarity and prayers for people affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. Source: Vatican News.
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Perrottet, Minns to address faith communities ahead of NSW election
- . 13 February 2023
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet and Opposition Leader Chris Minns will each address town hall-style meetings hosted by faith communities and a special religious education advocacy group this month. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
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Nicaraguan bishop sentenced to 26 years jail for treason
- . 13 February 2023
Nicaragua’s Ortega Government sentenced Matagalpa Bishop Rolando Álvarez Lagos to 26 years and four months in prison on Friday, accusing him of being a “traitor to the homeland”. Source: CNA.
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People in chronic pain need to be acknowledged: Pope
- . 13 February 2023
Caring for the sick and suffering includes drawing attention to those who suffer in silence, struggling to find someone who will acknowledge they are in pain and try to help, Pope Francis said. Source: CNS.
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Oceania bishops send prayers, condolences to Syria and Türkiye
- . 10 February 2023
The Catholic bishops of Oceania have sent a message of prayerful condolence and solidarity to Church and civic leaders in Türkiye and Syria as the countries suffer the effects of devastating earthquakes.
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Albanese Government’s $10b housing fund to target homelessness
- . 10 February 2023
The Federal Government will invest $10 billion in a housing future fund, set to be the single biggest investment in social and affordable housing in a decade. Source: The Australian.
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Aspirations for students drive new Catholic schools leader
- . 10 February 2023
With more than 20 years of experience leading some of Australia’s largest not-for-profit organisations, executive director Jack de Groot is excited to begin a new journey with Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese. Source: Catholic Outlook.