Climate Change
Climate Change
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Fake news confusing public: Bishop Tim Harris
Townsville Bishop Tim Harris has criticised extreme political narratives on all sides for misleading the public about climate change. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Opinion
Opinion
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Bushfire catastrophe has brought out the best in us
Sometimes it takes catastrophic events like the bushfire crisis to bring out the best that humankind has to offer, writes Catholic Social Services Australia’s Ursula Stephens. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Science
Science
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Researcher has patients’ best interests at heart
A Sydney academic has won a prestigious grant of $100,000 to support landmark research using adult stem cells and 3D bioprinting to help patients with heart disese. Source: Sydney Archdiocese.
In the Dioceses
In the Dioceses
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Cathedral restoration receives $5m boost
The Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese will contribute $5 million to the ongoing restoration of the historic Sts Peter and Paul’s Old Cathedral in Goulburn. Source: Catholic Voice.
Ecumenism
Ecumenism
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Hospitality is an important ecumenical virtue: Pope
Showing hospitality makes one a better person and a better Christian and is an important part of promoting Christian unity, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: CNS.
New Zealand
New Zealand
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Māori Council wants Church to say sorry for land confiscation
The New Zealand Māori Council is calling on the Church to apologise for its role in colonisation and the confiscation of Māori land. Source: Radio New Zealand.
Welfare
Welfare
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Lambie completes ‘fact-finding mission’
The fate of Australia’s cashless debit card welfare scheme could rest with Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie and her whirlwind outback tour. Source: ABC News.
Southeast Asia
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Priest demands more shelters for Philippine victims
A priest has appealed for more and better shelters for victims of a volcanic eruption in the Philippines after criticising a local government for setting up “love nest” rooms for couples. Source: ucanews.org.
United Kingdom
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University barred pro-life midwifery student
An undergraduate student in a midwife program was barred from placement in a British hospital, reportedly due to her pro-life beliefs. Source: CNA.
Media Releases
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