Former St Francis Xavier's College student to realise her Olympic dream
“I love skating. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Really, it’s just living a daily dream everyday.”
The Life of Brian
As we prepare to say farewell to Bishop-Elect Brian Mascord before he leaves the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, we take a look back at the life of Brian and what to expect from his ordination.
Massive turnout expected for Bishop-elect Brian Mascord’s ordination
Up to 4,500 people are expected to attend the Ordination of Brian Mascord as the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Wollongong - including the Papal Nuncio Australia, His Excellency Most Reverend Adolfo Tito Yllana.
You are invited to say 'farewell' to Bishop Elect Brian Mascord and to join us for his Ordination
Late last year, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, announced that Fr Brian Mascord VG had been nominated as the fifth Bishop of Wollongong.
Community comes together for Lina's project
In September the launch event for The Atonement: Lina’s Project took place at Newcastle City Hall. It was arguably the first time a Catholic diocese had facilitated a project conceived by a victim of child sexual abuse.
Happy New Year from the Catholic Diocese of Maitland - Newcastle
The arrival of the New Year is like the turning of a page. It’s a time of renewal and of fresh starts.
Merry Christmas from the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle
The journey of life comes with many twists and turns but, with faith and courage, these twists and turns become learning experiences which enable one to knock down all obstacles - so there is nothing stopping you from living the life that God has planned for you.
Bishop Bill Wright's Christmas Message
The true message of Christmas is one of hope.







