2014: Death of Ms Dhu, an Aboriginal woman, at South Hedland, WA, sparking a national outcry
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National Aboriginal and Islander Children’s Day
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is a time to for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to celebrate the strengths and culture of their children. The day… Read More »National Aboriginal and Islander Children’s Day
1945: Destruction of Hiroshima by atomic bomb
"With deep conviction I wish once more to declare that the use of atomic energy for purposes of war is today, more than ever, a crime not only against the… Read More »1945: Destruction of Hiroshima by atomic bomb
10 Days for Peace
Pope John Paul II was the first Pope to visit Hiroshima. You can read his address from 1981 here. It was in response to this address that the Catholic Bishops of… Read More »10 Days for Peace
Fairtrade Fortnight begins
Fairtrade Fortnight is about people coming together to support farmers and workers around the world. It’s your chance to stand up for what you believe in - whether that’s protecting… Read More »Fairtrade Fortnight begins
St Mary MacKillop
St Mary of the Cross Mackillop is the first Australian to be recognised as a saint. You can learn more about her life here. For Catholics in Australia, the life… Read More »St Mary MacKillop
Saint Dominic
"Truth was Dominic’s motto and his goal. Dominic was born in Spain, the youngest of four children. He was outstanding for his love of truth, his clear thought, his organizing… Read More »Saint Dominic
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Do you know who the name of the Indigenous people of the place where you live? Check the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies map of Australia… Read More »International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples