Students host school netball tournament to connect to culture

To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2023, students from San Clemente High School, Mayfield organised an Indigenous Community Netball Day.

Four other high schools across the Diocese participated in the initiative - St Catherine's, Singleton; St Joseph's, Lochinvar; St Bede's, Chisholm; Catherine McAuley, Medowie; and St Mary's, Gateshead.

Read the story below, as it appeared in The Newcastle Herald.  

Girls in Property program encourages women in industry

"The idea is to break down that stereotype and make sure they are aware of all the different opportunities they can have within their careers and give them some exposure to those 21^st century skills."

This story was originally published in the Newcastle Herald. You can also find out more about the program in this NBN News piece. 

DioSounds concert captivates audiences

Uncle Billy Lamb, St Pius X High School students connect to First Nations culture through art

A group of First Nations high school students in Newcastle have had a chance to strengthen their connection to culture through art.

This story was originally published in the Newcastle Herald. 

Emmaus Award Spotlight: Diane Hickey

Members of the Catholic Schools of Maitland-Newcastle community gathered at Sacred Heart Cathedral last month for the annual Called to Serve Mass.

Before the mass, the annual Emmaus Awards were presented, which recognise and celebrate the significant contributions of staff in schools across the diocese.

St Mary’s Primary School celebrates the feast of Our Lady Help of Christians

On Wednesday the 24th of May, St Mary’s Primary School, Warners Bay held a liturgy to celebrate the feast of Our Lady Help of Christians.