The Record is the weekly online publication and bi-monthly print magazine of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. Established in 1874, The Record is one of the oldest publications in Australia, providing an insight into the weekly news and events from a local, national and international perspective via The eRecord and an in depth look at current issues happening among us today via The Record Magazine.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Going for gold – celebrating the sporting achievements of Notre Dame students
There was an even greater reason to tune into the 2016 Olympic Games with Notre Dame student Brianna Throssell competing against the world’s best to achieve one of the greatest feats in international sport.
Identitywa calls for historical photos of new offices
Can you help to celebrate the history of St Brigid’s Parish Hall and St Brigid’s School, West Perth?
Don’t use media to lie, hurt, frighten, Pope tells journalists
Journalists must not foment fear when covering issues or events such as forced migration due to war or famine, Pope Francis has said.
MOVIE REVIEW: Questioning ethics of security and privacy in Snowden
Few figures on the contemporary scene are as controversial as Edward Snowden, the former intelligence officer who in 2013 revealed to the press the existence of a secret National Security Agency program for the collection of mass data that he considered abusive.
First Australian woman installed as head of knighthood order
After 20 years as a dame of the Queensland chapter of the legendary Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, Dr Monica Thomson adds a black cape and a gold mantilla to her hooded robes to distinguish herself as the new chapter leader.
ASEACCU Conference celebrates culture, faith and care for our common home
The gift of multiculturalism, celebrating new friendships, exploring faith-based perspectives of Indigenous values and traditions and a trip to the famous Cable Beach were highlights of the 2016 Association of Southeast and East Asian Catholic College and Universities (ASEACCU) Conference, hosted by The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Broome Campus.
Padbury Catholic celebrates 30 years of mercy and fellowship
Parents, teachers and students past and present last week gathered at Padbury Catholic Primary School for a Mass celebrating the school’s 30 year anniversary, recalling memories of its humble beginnings and growth as a vibrant learning establishment in Perth’s northern suburbs.
St Vincent’s School still going strong after 60 years
St Vincent’s School in Parmelia has recently celebrated its 60 year anniversary with a Mass and Open Day, inviting members of the school community past and present to visit and celebrate the school’s history and strong faith community.
Annual Catholic conference will encourage participants to ‘feed the soul’
After success at its inaugural event last year, the Why Be Catholic Conference is returning to Perth in October, with visiting United States priest, Father Leo Patalinghug, set to lead discussion on how meals can bring people together and how individuals and families can learn to “feed the soul”.
2016 SOCIAL JUSTICE STATEMENT: Perspectives on an aged care workforce strategy
Many in the aged care sector have highlighted the need for a workforce strategy to ensure the availability of a skilled workforce to care for the increasing number of older Australians as the structural ageing of our population gathers pace.
