Federal Election

Saturday, August 17

Call for peaceful politics

Australia’s Catholic bishops have called for respect and understanding in the Federal Election campaign, reminding Australians they all have a part to play in combating “crude tribalism” and promoting peaceful public debate.

Catholic education puts it case to parties

The National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) and Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) have called on political parties to support Catholic schools.

An artist’s impression of the new museum cafe at the Mary MacKillop Precinct.

Promise of funding for saint’s precinct

The Labor Party has pledged to invest $750,000 towards the completion of the Mary MacKillop Precinct in Kensington if it wins the Federal Election.