New classroom spaces inaugurated at St Patrick’s Primary School, Lochinvar
Marking a milestone in its rejuvenation journey, St Patrick’s Primary School, Lochinvar officially opened its beautifully refurbished learning facilities this Tuesday.
Virtual Academy 2024: A resounding success in fostering unity and growth
The Virtual Academy celebrated an extraordinary beginning to the academic year with VA Connect 2024. The event gathered 111 gifted and high potential students from across 28 schools in the Diocese, and provided students with creative challenges and activities, as well as an opportunity to connect with Virtual Academy staff and mentors.
Local Athletes Excel at Polding Basketball and Tennis Trials
A big congratulations to the boys and girls who represented our Maitland-Newcastle Diocese last week in the Polding Basketball trials in Coffs Harbour and the Polding Tennis trials. They all represented our area with great sportsmanship and skill throughout the day!
Introducing Trinity Catholic College
St Pius X High School, Adamstown will become Trinity Catholic College from the commencement of the 2025 school year, when it welcomes Year 11 students.
HSC Awards Ceremony 2023
The 2023 HSC Awards Ceremony was a joyous occasion, as we celebrated the academic and vocational achievements of 20 outstanding students.
Celebrating commitment to Catholic Education: Called to Serve Mass and Emmaus Awards
Members of the Catholic Schools Maitland-Newcastle community filled Sacred Heart Cathedral last week for the annual Called to Serve Mass. The theme for this year’s Mass was Follow Me.
Two schools start year with updated names
The start of 2024 sees some of our schools introduce updated names and visual identities.
Torrie Lewis fastest female in Australian history
Congratulations to Torrie Lewis a past student of St Paul’s, Gateshead and St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead on becoming the fastest Australian woman in history. Torrie recently clocked 11.10 seconds in the 100m sprint surpassing Melissa Breen and Raelene Boyle's records.