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Safeguarding audit yields ‘outstanding result’ for Sisters
Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd has this week published its second safeguarding audit report for the Presentation Sisters Wagga Wagga.
‘Strongest of Catholic education advocates’ eyes new challenges
Dr Lee-Anne Perry will leave her role as executive director of the Queensland Catholic Education Commission at the end of January. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Maronite Eparchy unveils plans for Golden Jubilee celebrations
The Maronite Eparchy of Australia will celebrate its Golden Jubilee next year under the theme, “The Maronites in Australia: A Journey of Holiness and Openness”.
One in 10 aged care homes ranked as substandard
Nearly one in every 10 aged care homes in Australia is substandard, according to the Commonwealth’s new rating system, while only 20 of the nation’s facilities received the maximum five stars. Source: The Age.
International nativity display strengthens ecumenical bonds
An Inuit nativity from northern Canada, a Slovakian nativity made from corn husks and a nativity in an emu egg were just a few of more than 150 scenes on display at a nativity exhibition in Canberra. Source: Catholic Voice.
Pope celebrates 86th birthday with kids, cake, circus performers
The day after he turned 86, Pope Francis met with volunteers, family members and children receiving care from a Vatican paediatric clinic. Source: CNS.
Aged care pay rise delay a ‘bitter pill’
Catholic Health Australia says the Commonwealth Government’s decision to postpone desperately-needed wage increases is a bitter bill for aged care workers to swallow.
Pope’s resignation already signed ‘in case of medical impediment’
Pope Francis says he has already signed his resignation in case a health impediment prevented him from being able to continue governing the Church. Source: CNA.
Catholic sector welcomes Commonwealth education review
The National Catholic Education Commission has welcomed the Albanese Government’s “holistic approach” to reviewing education reform in the early childhood, school and tertiary education sectors.