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
The Imitation of Christ; Revisiting a spiritual classic at New Norcia
Humility, self-denial, finding joy and peace in Christ, and uniting oneself to Christ in times of suffering, were some of the themes explored at a three-day course titled The Imitation of Christ: A Spiritual Classic Revisited, which was held at New Norcia from 11 to 13 June. The course was led by Father Robert Nixon OSB. By Amanda Murthy.
Surgeon crafts and gifts crucifix to St John of God Murdoch Hospital
St John of God Murdoch Hospital orthopaedic surgeon Professor Piers Yates has ignited his passion for art, creating a large crucifix made from welded recycled metal tools, equipment and implants used in orthopaedic surgery. The crucifix was installed at the entrance of the hospital on 31 May. By Amanda Murthy.
Mary’s Mount Primary School going strong at 100 years
Mary’s Mount Primary school celebrated their 100th birthday with a Mass and various activities throughout the year. The school opened in 1921 as a boy’s college by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition.
Mother Emily was the first Superior with Sisters Patrick and Carmel to help her. Today it is difficult to picture Mary’s Mount humble beginnings of three Sisters, five boarders and 12 day pupils. By Amanda Murthy.
Little Sisters of the Poor honours 101 years in WA and opening of new independent-living villa
The Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) gathered with residents, Archdiocesan priests, and peers to give thanks for 101 years of presence in WA, on Friday, 19 March on the feast of Saint Joseph.
Saint Teresa of Calcutta Church Dedicated and Blessed
Baldivis has gained a new church, with the Dedication of the St Teresa of Calcutta Church on Sunday, 16 May. Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB together with Archdiocesan priests were present along with hundreds who witnessed the momentous occasion. By Amanda Murthy
LifeLink Day Primary Schools: Be a joyful, hope-filled, servant community, Archbishop Costelloe tells primary students
Catholic primary school students had the opportunity to interact with Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, who encouraged the young people to find ways to be a joyful, hope-filled, servant community of God, at the launch of LifeLink Day for primary schools, held at Newman College on 2 June. By Amanda Murthy.
New resources give rare insight into rich history of New Norcia
Two new resources, New Norcia Studies Journal 27 and volume one of a new series ‘The Chronicles of New Norcia’ (1901 to 1906) were officially launched on Thursday, 27 May, at the Archdiocese of Perth. These two resources celebrate the rich memories of WA’s unique and iconic site for historical and cultural significance’. By Amanda Murthy.
Reconciliation week 2021 acknowledged by Catholic community
The 2021 National Reconciliation week held from 27 May to 3 June themed ‘More than a word. Reconciliation takes action,’ saw Catholic schools and affiliated organisations play its part to work towards a better relationships and human rights between the first peoples of this nation and those who now call Australia home. By Amanda Murthy.
Discernment at the forefront of 2021 secondary schools annual LifeLink forum
The Archbishop’s 2021 Secondary Schools Forum brought together 28 Catholic school representatives who had the privilege of dialoguing with Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. By Amanda Murthy.
PODCAST: Poverty and homelessness, a responsibility of all in the community
Over 9,000 people experience homelessness every day in WA and over 30,000 people are on the wait list for social housing. The Record podcast speaks to Centrecare Incorporated Director Adjunct Professor Tony Pietropiccolo AM to discuss why the state is in this crisis and how community support towards people faced with poverty and homelessness, makes a difference. By Amanda Murthy.
