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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pope Francis continues to rest, do paperwork at hospital
A CT scan on Monday 18 February “demonstrated the onset of bilateral pneumo-nia, which required additional drug therapy,” according to the previous evening’s medical bulletin.
Exciting new chapter for Catholic education in Leederville
Catholic education in Leederville is about to enter an exciting new phase with Aranmore Catholic Primary School and Aranmore Catholic College to be amalgamated from the beginning of 2026.
New Aussie Holy See Ambassador announced
The prestigious role is a testament to Mr Pitt’s distinguished service and dedication to our nation.
Personal Advocacy Service launches new website
The new platform is designed to reflect the agency’s growth and enhance accessibility for the community.
Catholic Schools to Pilot Australia-first AI Teaching Assistant ‘Nurture’
The efficiency gains when using AI within a new trial teaching assistant will allow teachers to get back hours each week to reinvest into direct interaction with their students in ways only teachers can.
Report strengthens case for rent assistance increase
National President, Mark Gaetani said the St Vincent de Paul Society shares the concerns expressed by the Grattan Institute about retirees who rent being left behind.
Pray, do penance, everything possible for peace, says Pope Francis
In his prepared text, Pope Francis focused on the birth of Jesus, the messianic king, in a humble stable.
NATIONAL: Pope Francis appoints auxiliary bishop for Sydney
Fr Tony Percy is currently the parish priest in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn parish of St Gregory’s, Queanbeyan.
Michael and Pat mark 60 years of marriage with mission, ministry and family
Seven children, 20 grandchildren and one great-grand child later, long time mis-sionaries Michael and Pat Whitely have recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Back In Action
Two double lives provide the context for some good one-liners in the generally enjoyable espionage comedy “Back in Action” (Netflix). Unfortunately, however, the quality of the humor flags as the film’s plot progresses and some of the ma-terial viewers encounter along the way makes this production an apt choice for grown-ups only.
