The Mercedes College community gathered on 9 March to commemorate 175 years since the college was founded by Mercy Sisters on 2 February 1846. The celebrations began with a Mass, followed by a range of art and fun activities throughout the day. By Amanda Murthy.
In celebration of the 175 anniversary of the Mercy Sisters arrival in Western Australia,
Sr Joan Smith RMS gave the following account of their incredible journey at a Mass on 8 January.