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
Saint Teresa of Calcutta Church dedicated and blessed
Baldivis has gained a new church, with the Dedication of the Mother 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.
PLENARY COUNCIL 2021: Archbishop Costelloe to deliver lectures in Parramatta and Melbourne
Plenary Council President Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB will be in Parramatta and Melbourne to deliver lectures, as the nation approaches the First Assembly of the Plenary Council in October 2021.
Upcoming national symposium to address poverty, modern slavery, homelessness and more
In less than two months, Catholic Social Services WA will hold their first of two national symposiums themed “Walking with His people” to raise awareness around supporting and assisting disadvantaged people in WA. By Amanda Murthy.
UNDA community pray for victims impacted by domestic violence
The month of May is Domestic Violence Prevention Month, and UNDA’s Chaplaincyteam along with their Respect Officers have organised a Remembrance Mass to tribute those who have lost their lives and all those who continue to be impacted by family and domestic violence. By Amanda Murthy.
BOOK REVIEW: Into the Cloud of Knowing
Perth born author, Renato Bonasera reflects on his personal experiences and those of others whose stories have been the catalyst for deeper insight into life, suffering, death and the supernatural in his latest offering, ‘Into the Cloud of Knowing.’ By Amanda Murthy.
‘It takes a village to raise a vocation!’, newly solemnly professed New Norcian Benedictine Monk says
The solemn profession of Benedictine Don Daniel Meers on 3 December 2020 is testament that vocations are still very much alive in the church of Australia. Dom Daniel reflects on what monastic life means and why it is important to listen to the voice of God. By Amanda Murthy.
Archdiocese produces volunteer handbook, celebrates church volunteers
This May, the Archdiocese of Perth’s Catholic Social Services WA will join the rest of the country in honouring the contributions of many dedicated volunteers, especially those who serve within the Catholic Church on National Volunteer Week 2021, beginning with a Mass. A new resource entitled the Volunteer Handbook will be distributed to parishes that week. By Amanda Murthy.
50 year amalgamation celebration for Saint Joseph’s School in year of its patron
The community of St Joseph’s School in Northam celebrated 50 years since the amalgamation of two Catholic schools. The occasion was marked with a Mass and blessing of the building by Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. By Amanda Murthy.
Voice of children heard and acknowledged, through Centrecare Inc’s latest offering
The Valuing Children Initiative have last week launched an interactive four-pillar series children’s book series at the Boola Bardip Museum.
Its’ mission – to support children’s literacy and to provide parents and teachers with opportunities to connect and discuss important issues with children. By Amanda Murthy.
Maida Vale Youth organise and participate in the 2021 live Stations of the Cross
The solemn re-enactment of Jesus’ walk to Mount Calvary by the Maida Vale youth, in a live Stations of a Cross has become an invaluable Lenten pilgrimage and important preparation for Easter for the Saint Francis of Assisi Church community. By Amanda Murthy.
