The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has expressed in its submission to the Australian Law Reform Commission’s review of surrogacy laws that all forms of surrogacy should be banned in Australia, as no regulatory framework can adequately eliminate the inherent harms associated with the practice.
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The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference is proud to announce the release of The Official Directory of the Catholic Church in Australia 2025-26. The Directory is the authoritative resource for clergy, parishioners, researchers, and anyone interested in the Catholic Church's activities and organisation across Australia.
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Seafarers, though often unseen, are vital contributors to daily life, and on Sea Sunday (July 13), Catholics across Australia are invited to reflect on and support them through Stella Maris, the official maritime welfare agency of the Catholic Church.
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The Jubilee of Clergy and Religious was celebrated at the parishes of Korumburra and Leongatha, bringing together clergy, religious, and lay faithful from across the Diocese.
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Catholics around Australia are being encouraged to support the Peter’s Pence appeal on Sunday, June 29, the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul.
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Pope Leo has tonight named Bishop Tony Ireland as the next Archbishop of Hobart. Bishop Tony is currently one of the Melbourne auxiliary bishops.
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Pope Leo has tonight announced the appointment of Bishop of Sandhurst, Shane Mackinlay, as the seventh Archbishop of Brisbane.The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has welcomed the appointment.
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The Jubilee of Lay Leaders and Ministers was celebrated at St John’s, Trafalgar, on 15 June with a special Liturgy of Blessing. This gathering honoured the many lay people who contribute to the life of the Church through their various ministries. All were acknowledged and blessed for their vital role in nurturing parish and community life.
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