Amanda has been a Journalist/Photographer with The Record publication since February 2018.
Her past editorial experiences include working for several Malaysian publications including Her World magazine, The Malay Mail and Free Malaysia Today newspapers.
In her spare time, Amanda runs a food blog with her cousins and sings in a band.
She has been involved in her parish youth groups both in Malaysia and Perth since 2003.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
‘Youth, Faith and Unity’ focus at upcoming pro-life luncheon
The Right to Life Association (RTLA) of WA, will host their 40th annual luncheon on Sunday, 24 October themed ‘Youth, Faith, and Unity.’ RTLA President Steve Klomp spoke about the cultural realities which have affected the state, and why it is important for the community to join in and champion “God’s first gift to us.”
2021 Interfaith Abraham Day event to provide ‘Hope in Unsettling Times’
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, joined by representatives from the Judaism and Islam tradition, will gather to dialogue and connect through their common beliefs at an event hosted by the University of Notre Dame Fremantle campus on Tuesday, 26 October.
2021 Safeguarding breakfast: themed ‘Every Child in Every Community Needs A Fair Go,’ launches ‘You are God’s Marvellous Creation’
The Archdiocese of Perth’s Safeguarding Breakfast on 9 September, themed ‘Every Child in Every Community Needs A Fair Go,’ was an opportunity for the community to gather and reflect on how far the Church in Perth has come in their efforts to protect children and vulnerable adults within the Catholic setting. By Amanda Murthy.
Six choristers add to St Mary’s music ensemble
The Saint Mary’s Cathedral choir welcomed six new choristers into the cathedral choir on Sunday, 19 September. Cathedral choirs are charged with a specific mission, added St Mary’s Cathedral Director of Music Jacinta Jakovcevic, on the occasion.
Majestic music fill St Mary’s Cathedral marking its’ patroness birthday
More than 100 guests spent the afternoon of Sunday, 19 September at Saint Mary’s Cathedral Perth, listening to an array of classical sacred music, led by Director of Cathedral Music Jacinta Jakovcevic, as part of an annual tribute to Our Lady on her birthday.
Beatified Blessed Francis Jordan’s life and mission celebrated by Salvatorian family
The Australian Salvatorian family together with the Perth Catholic community, gathered at Saint Mary’s Cathedral for a thanksgiving Mass, to mark several significant events for the Order. The beatification of their founder Blessed Francis Jordan, his 103rd death anniversary, 140 years since their foundation, and the 60th anniversary since the Salvatorian Fathers started their pastoral work in Australia.
Pilgrims share Camino experiences as 2022 Camino Holy Year draws near
Seasoned pilgrims Shirley-Ann Poulton and Judith share their past camino experiences and encourage the community to embark on the upcoming Camino Francis (The French Way), scheduled from 7 August to 22 September 2022.
Married couples provide a remarkable witness to the world, says, Bishop Don
The Archdiocese of Perth celebrated the gift of the Sacrament of Marriage with a Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral, and acknowledged couples celebrating their milestone anniversaries particularly 25, 40, 50, 60, 70 years.
Mary’s Mount Primary School going strong at 100 years
The milestone celebrations for the Mary’s Mount Primary School (MMPS) were underway as soon as it was safe to do so. Gathering the entire school community at Saint Mary’s Cathedral to celebrate a Mass on Thursday, 17 June, to pay tribute to their rich history, traditions, achievements, and Catholic Education, which evidently, continues to flourish.
Bernadette embraces her mission, guided by God’s love
Missionary of God’s Love’s Sr Bernadette Toohey this year 6 March took her perpetual vows in Canberra. In an exclusive interview with The Record journalist Amanda Murthy, she candidly shares her experiences that led to her calling to religious life.
