RAY COLLINS: An historic occasion
The celebration of the 150 years since the arrival of the first residential Bishop in the Diocese of Maitland, Bishop James Murray, came to a fitting climax on Sunday with the dedication of the former St John the Baptist Cathedral as St John’s Chapel.
Deaf Pride Mass
The annual Deaf Pride Mass, an initiative of St Dominic’s Centre, Mayfield, was held on Saturday 29 October, at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Hamilton, to mark National Week of Deaf People.
Welcome to Catherine McAuley Catholic College!
Bishop Bill has announced the name of the diocese’s newest secondary school, Catherine McAuley Catholic College. Located in Medowie, the new secondary school will open in 2020, with building works set to commence in 2018.
Humility and talent lead to success on the field for Noah
Year 10 student at St Mary’s High School, Gateshead, Noah James, is sure to become a household name, sooner rather than later. When he’s not in class you can find him on the field saving goals for Australia.
CARETALK: Anticipating retirement
Q I have been looking forward to retirement at the end of this year for so long. I have worked as a school teacher for many years and suddenly I feel lost and fearful. I don’t know who I will be or what I will do if I am not teaching. Can you suggest how to deal with my fears and forge into the unknown with positivity rather than fear?
Hunter Beef Bonanza
On Friday 21 October, the St Catherine’s Catholic College Cattle Show Team attended the three-day annual Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza in Scone.
RAY COLLINS: Three significant events
Over the last few days there have been three significant events that have shone a direct focus on education, particularly Catholic education, and although they celebrated the rich history of Catholic education in our diocese they also served to highlight the exciting future of education in our diocese and across Australia.
GALLERY: Catherine McAuley Catholic College name announcement
See all the photos from today's name unveiling here.