Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga

Today we celebrate the remarkable life and enduring legacy of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. A true pioneer, a champion for the marginalised, and Australia's very first saint.

Long before modern classrooms and digital communities, Mary envisioned education as a fundamental right for every child, walking dusty Australian roads to bring hope, dignity, and learning to those who needed it most. Her courage wasn't just spoken; it was lived out through every act of fierce compassion and unwavering resilience.

The Man of the Shroud- Aid to the Church in Need Exhibition.

Experience the mystery, history, and scientific investigation of one of the most studied religious relics in the world—The Shroud of Turin.

Hosted by Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga, this unique exhibition explores the forensic, historical, and spiritual journey of the cloth that has captivated the world for centuries.

Where & When:
Aug 5–9: Kooringal Parish- Kildare Catholic College and Mater Dei Catholic College visits- Thursday and Friday

Open to the public Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August 9am- 5pm.

Note Sunday Mass is celebrated at 9am

Aug 10–12: Leeton St Francis de Sales Regional College

Aug 13–16: Griffith Parish & MCC- times to be confirmed

Aug 20–21: Xavier Catholic College

Aug 22-23 Albury- to be confirmed

Aug 25–30: Wagga Cathedral Parish Centre- times to be confirmed

This week at McAlroy House, we had the privilege of hosting local Aboriginal Elders and community members for a special morning tea as part of our ongoing NAIDOC celebrations.

Moments like these remind us of the rich history, wisdom, and culture woven throughout our diocese and local communities.

A huge thank you to our guests. We are deeply grateful for your time, warmth, and generosity.

🏊 Mia swims in Day 1 of Commonwealth Games 🪙

Tune in at 7.30pm TONIGHT (Friday, July 24th) Australian time to see Australia's youngest athlete (and Xavier student!), 14-year-old Mia Hogan swim in the S13 100m freestyle heat on Day 1 of the Commonwealth Games.

Follow the link to watch Mia's story on You Tube (from Swimming Australia) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHl4CaDZhas

After watching her story, it's clear to see why we are so proud to have Mia as a Year 8 student here at Xavier Catholic College. We wish Mia, along with her family and support network who are there with her in Glasgow, the absolute best of luck as she competes in the international arena. Mia's hard work, perseverance, determination and positivity shines through in the pool, the schoolyard, and our wider community. Good luck!

After today, Mia is also swimming in the S13 50m freestyle event, which is on Tuesday 28th July (7.30pm AEST

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga

As NAIDOC Week falls during the school holidays, our schools will celebrate with local events, deep storytelling, and community gatherings over the coming weeks.

This year represents a massive milestone. The 2026 theme, '50 Years of Deadly', honours five decades of the national NAIDOC movement. Join us as we celebrate the incredible strength, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Happy NAIDOC Week!

Expressions of Interest are now open for the Catholic Diocese of Wagga Wagga 2027 World Youth Day pilgrimage.

🌍 World Youth Day Seoul 2027 🌍

"Take courage. I have overcome the world." (John 16:33)

The countdown to World Youth Day Seoul 2027 is on! Bishop Mark Edwards OMI has shared a special message of hope and encouragement for all the youth and young adults in our Diocese of Wagga Wagga, as we look ahead to this incredible global gathering.

📸 Check out the Bishop's message and official poster below in the comments below! 📖

We were delighted to host Nicola from Kildare Catholic College last week for a week-long work placement with CEDWW.

Nicola immersed herself in the day-to-day operations of Catholic Education, gaining valuable insights and contributing her skills to various teams. Placements like this are a fantastic opportunity for students to experience the professional environment first-hand and develop key workplace skills.

Thank you for your hard work and enthusiasm, Nicola! We wish you the very best in your studies and future career.

A massive congratulations to our incredible trainee, Halle Watson, who has officially been named the Riverina Trainee of the Year in the 2026 NSW VET State Training Awards!

Halle will now progress to the interview round to be in the running for the NSW State title.

Please join us in wishing Halle the absolute best of luck as she represents the Riverina region at the state level.

Today is National Sorry Day. Our 29 school communities are pausing to remember the Stolen Generations and acknowledge the painful legacy of past forced removals.

Healing requires us to listen, learn, and face the truth of our history. We remain deeply committed to walking the path of reconciliation together with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, staff, and families.

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