Plympton parish

Friday, November 29

Creative approach to restoring justice

Caritas ambassador Michael O’Donoghue draws upon nature and a love of global and cosmic geography when helping others in need.

Dutch migrant true to his calling

Father Edward Welling - Born: September 1 1938 | Died: April 28 2023

John Batley with his children, from left: Peter Batley, Trevor Batley, Len Batley, John Batley, Trish Weger and Karen Harvey. Ian Batley (deceased Jan 2022).

Honour for dedicated volunteer

Plympton parishioner John Batley, who turns 92 this month, has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his contribution to the community and youth through the Catholic Church and the scouts.

Men's shed going from strength to strength

Having already delivered small wooden holding crosses to more than 700 people, the Plympton and Glenelg parishes’ men’s shed is set to get even bigger in 2019.