Remembering Uncle Les
Mr Les Elvin, or “Uncle Les” as he was affectionately known, passed away suddenly on 16 August, aged 77.
CARE TALK: Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression
CARE TALK is a monthly advice column in Aurora Magazine where a registered psychologist offers answers to common questions around mental health and counselling.
Restoration Signals a New Era
If you live in Maitland or travel through the city centre regularly, you will be aware that significant restoration work has begun on St John’s Church in Cathedral Street. St John’s was opened in 1846 and on I November, 1866, Bishop Murray took possession of St John’s as his Cathedral. The diocesan community is preparing to commemorate 150 years of faith, service and worship. Bishop Bill Wright provides a historical overview.
REVIEW: Dealing With Autism
In Dealing With Autism: How I successfully raised my child with autism and how you can too, Randa Habelrih shares her family’s personal journey. In 1996 Randa gave up her successful career in the cosmetics industry to travel the unknown waters of researching and implementing ongoing therapy for her newborn son Richard.
Musings on Life’s Stages
There's something very apt about the fact that drama teacher Andrew Coates and his wife, theatre director Ann Croger, have quite a romantic story to tell of their first meeting.
Teacher Tells Story of Local Legend
When asked to write a biography of Rolf Everist (Tom) Farrell, teacher Christopher Mooney said, “I can honestly say I hadn’t heard of him.” Once he began to research, however, his ignorance turned to admiration for a man who helped to transform the face of Newcastle and beyond.
Think Globally, Act Locally, Change Personally
Tony Harris shares experiences that echo the injunctions of Pope Francis’ recent encyclical Laudato Si’.
Happy 10th Birthday St Patrick’s
If the smiles of the children are any indication, then St Patrick’s Early Education Centre at Singleton has much to celebrate as it marks its tenth anniversary.
