Eric completed his Bachelor in Communications majoring in Journalism in 2004 after including an extra two years of study in History and Archaeology.
He worked as a journalist with The Sunday Times for four years before leaving to work in Educational Publishing.
He went on to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Marketing and Management and then further postgraduate studies in everything from Advanced Research to Climate Science, completing 11 years of tertiary education.
He has worked in management roles, as a sales and marketing consultant and run a number of his own businesses.
Eric joins the Archdiocese of Perth Communications team on a contractual basis and brings his dulcet tones to the recording studio, as well as producing written copy for regular publication.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
The leaning tower of Guildford restored
The vast rusty bulk of the old water tower at St Charles’ Seminary, with its heavy timber beams and flaking steel, seems more like something found in an English, Victorian era industrial town rather than the green, overgrown banks of the Swan.
Bishop Sproxton zeroes in on mental health in a pandemic world
Attendees joined Auxiliary Bishop Donald Sproxton at Newman Siena Centre on Thursday 15 October for a Twilight Retreat inspired by the Social Justice Statement 2020-21: To live life to the full, Mental Health in Australia Today.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural communities combine for annual celebration
The dry heat of Kambarang, Nyoongar Season of Birth, could be felt at St Mary’s Cathedral last Sunday as members of Perth’s indigenous and Catholic communities came together to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal peoples and culture at the 2020 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mass.
Archbishop Costelloe blesses Emmanuel Centre memorial garden
Spring sunshine warmed the grounds at St Francis Xavier Church in East Perth on 18 October as the Emmanuel Centre community gathered to celebrate Mass and a ceremony to bless the centre’s new memorial garden in honour of the late Fr Paul Pitzen, former Chaplain for the Catholic Ministry for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Trust and love in troubled times – Perth Catholics honour sainted French family
Saintly wisdom was freely offered to some 130 guests attending “Trust and Love in Troubled Times, Drawing Inspiration from St Louie, St Zélie and St Thérèse”, a one-day spiritual retreat spearheaded by Catholic Mission, held at Infant Jesus Church, Morley Parish, on Thursday 1 October.
Catholic Social Services: ‘Federal Budget 2020 fails on fairness’
Coming off the back of the worst global economic slowdown since the Great Depression, this year’s Federal Budget has the monumental task of delivering economic recovery for a nation still reeling from stay-at-home restrictions, border lockdowns and the virtual disappearance of the hospitality and tourism sector, let alone the ongoing hit to retail and industry.
Fr Benny reflects on 10 years of priesthood after opening his life to God’s plan
As a small boy growing up in the Philippines, Father Benny Calanza wanted to be a pilot or a dentist, little knowing the amazing adventure that the Lord had planned for his life.
The Shopfront opens new premises, delivering services with fairness and equity to everybody
The Shopfront, the Archdiocese’s social welfare service that started 20 years ago in Maylands, has new premises that were officially launched and blessed on 18 September.
Bishop Sproxton covers moral issues of assisted suicide to Iona students
Speaking on an issue vexing enough for experienced Christians to comprehend, let alone teenagers and students, Auxiliary Bishop Donald Sproxton visited Iona Presentation College last Thursday, 17 September, to give a presentation to Year 12 Religion and Life ATAR pupils on the topic of Voluntary Assisted Dying.
Child Protection Week Mass 2020: ‘Listen to the voice of children and put children first’
The Perth Catholic community united on 13 September for the 2020 Child Protection Week Mass, recognising the valuable contribution that the 237 Safeguarding Officers make on behalf of young people.
