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
Wagga Wagga priest appointed new Bishop of Armidale
Father Peter Murphy studied agriculture and worked as a field agronomist in Melbourne before entering the seminary.
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion launches The Long Walk for Water
Each year, 1,700 schools and 1,200 parishes across Australia take part through school and parish events that remain at the heart of Project Compassion.
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.
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.
Dancing turns to friendship at Whitfords
A new line dancing group has formed at Whitfords Parish, with more than 30 people gathering for the first time just before Christmas.
Religious called to renew missionary commitment
Instituted by Saint John Paul II in 1997, the World Day for Consecrated Life invites the faithful to offer prayerful support for all those who have committed them-selves to consecrated life.
