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'Male Models' Group for Aboriginal Men Inspires Couple to Give Unique and Beautiful Gift

Posted 5 June 2017 by Catholic Education in Yarning Circle – News From Around The Diocese

CatholicCare, celebrating in partnership with Oolong House Aboriginal Rehabilitation Service, hosted a unique Reconciliation Week event at Nowra Showground yesterday.

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Your Coffee Doesn't Have to Cost the Earth

Posted 5 June 2017 by Catholic Education in 'Environment Matters' Blog

On World Environment Day, we invite you to perhaps re-think the way you indulge in your daily coffee ritual and choose a more environmentally friendly option to having your caffeine fix.

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New Principals to the Diocese Warmly Welcomed

Posted 26 May 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Four newly appointed principals in 2017, were warmly welcomed by staff, students and families within their school communities, and by fellow staff across the Diocese at the Education Mass in Catholic Schools Week.

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Bede Ritchie Walks in the Shoes of the Homeless for a Night

Posted 22 May 2017 in News

Each year the St Vincent de Paul Society holds a national event, Vinnies CEO Sleepout, to raise awareness of the growing issue of homelessness.  

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Students pay respects to our ANZACs

Posted 12 May 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Students represented their schools and families at ANZAC ceremonies all over the diocese on Tuesday.  It is wonderful to see so many students with a deep respect and understanding of the importance of respect and acknowledgement for the servicemen and women of our country, and sacrifices of past, present and those yet to come.

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Duke of Edinburgh Award Recognises Outstanding Commitment

Posted 12 May 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Mr Chris Whicker, Administration Coordinator at Magdalene Catholic High School, was recently presented with the Duke of Edinburgh Medal of Recognition for his Long Service to the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.

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Australian Catholic Youth Festival to be held in iconic Australian venues

Posted 12 April 2017 by Catholic Education in News

The Australian Catholic Youth Festival organisers today announced preparations are well underway for the event that will draw 15,000 young people to Sydney from 7-9 December this year.

The festival will be held in the Sydney Olympic Park precinct and culminate with a closing mass at the Domain.

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Harmony Day - Everyone Belongs

Posted 31 March 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Students were asked a series of questions based around this year's theme of "Everyone Belongs"

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EARTH HOUR Schools Day - Friday 24 March

Posted 20 March 2017 by Catholic Education in 'Environment Matters' Blog

World Earth Hour Day is coming up on Saturday the 25th of March at 8.30pm.  In 2017, schools and the Catholic Education Office are invited to celebrate Earth Hour on Earth Hour Schools Day, Friday 24th March.

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Catholic School Staff Inspired to Display Heart, Character and Passion

Posted 10 March 2017 by Catholic Education in News

“Yura jauiang yulang. Yura budbut. Bindadhan mareiin yabun”.The people will come to ceremony. Giving their hearts. Giving to God sacred time.

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HARMONY DAY

Posted 1 March 2017 by Catholic Education in Yarning Circle – News From Around The Diocese

Harmony Day, 21 March, celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. It is a day for all Australians to embrace cultural diversity and to share what we have in common.

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Schools Open Their Doors During Catholic Schools Week Celebrations

Posted 28 February 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Schools from the Diocese of Wollongong joined with Catholic schools across NSW and ACT to celebrate Catholic Schools Week, from 6-12 March 2017.

 

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20th Annual NSW Combined Catholic Colleges Blues Awards

Posted 21 February 2017 by Catholic Education in Sport News

The 20th Annual Blues evening involves the presentation of awards and recognition of the top students in all sports from NSW Catholic Secondary Schools and Colleges.

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Principal Don Spencer Vying For Spot of No 1 Don

Posted 15 February 2017 by Catholic Education in News

Staff and students of Mary Immaculate Primary School in Eagle Vale, have entered their beloved Principal Don Spencer into the DON Smallgoods Dons of Australia competition! 

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Welcome to the New School Year

Posted 9 February 2017 by Peter Turner in Director's News

With the new school year now underway, I write to wish each of you the very best for a rewarding 2017.

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HSC Outstanding Achievers ~ 2016 Higher School Certificate

Posted 18 January 2017 by Catholic Education in News

We are immensely proud of all our students and there are many success stories that we can celebrate. Some of these were achieved in the face of significant adversity. 

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Christmas Message to Staff

Posted 22 December 2016 by Peter Turner in Director's News

As we bring the 2016 year to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank each of you for the myriad of outstanding things that have happened in our schools throughout the year.

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The 20th Annual CDF Sports Awards

Posted 6 December 2016 by Catholic Education in Sport News

On Friday 18 November the Diocesan Sports Council staged the 20th Annual CDF Sports Awards to recognise the outstanding achievements of students from primary and secondary schools across the Diocese.

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UOW Learning Labs An In2Uni Program Supporting our Gifted Young Learners

Posted 5 December 2016 by Catholic Education in News

In2Uni is an outreach initiative by the University of Wollongong (UOW), which aims to build in students, aspirations and awareness toward higher education, while fostering a culture of lifelong learning and engagement with education. Learning Labs, a school holiday workshop program for gifted and talented students in Years 1-10, targets students performing in the top 10-15% in their area of interest.

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Christmas Story Art Competition 2016 Reveals Students' Creative Talent

Posted 5 December 2016 by Catholic Education in News

Catholic primary school students from across the Diocese have again produced stunning works of art for the annual Christmas Story Art Competition and Exhibition.  

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