Articles by Lizzie Watkin

Colourful community connection IMAGE Aurora

Colourful community connection

April 15, 2020

There was a buzz of excitement in the air when foundation principal of Catherine McAuley Catholic College, Scott Donohoe, unveiled its visual identity, moral imperative (vision) and mission in front of a crowd of more than 400 people in early March.

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ASPIRE performers tread the keyboards

April 09, 2020

Creating online learning opportunities is nothing new for schools across our Diocese, however, COVID-19 government-enforced restrictions are the impetus to explore an even greater range of ways to deliver education programs.

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Spectrum offers security

April 07, 2020

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, a message of hope is prevailing at Catholic schools across the Diocese with rainbows now adorning classroom walls.  

Talkin’ ’bout my generation IMAGE Aurora

Talkin’ ’bout my generation

March 09, 2020

Members of the “silent generation” are typically characterised by their discipline, gratitude and appreciation of life’s simplicities.

Hear from an expert on bringing up kids IMAGE Catholic Schools

Hear from an expert on bringing up kids

February 20, 2020

Want to discover the key to raising happy and resilient children? Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Australia's leading adolescent and child psychologists.

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Jacob’s famished fields

February 01, 2020

With the prolonged absence of steady rainfall across the country, images of arid and cracked landscapes, dust storms and cattle with bones protruding are commonplace. Hostage to severe weather conditions, the lack of moisture has far-reaching impacts.