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Many parishes and schools across NSW recently welcomed a relic of St Carlo Acutis during its tour of the state. The visit provided an opportunity for people to gather in prayer and learn about the life of this extraordinary young saint.

Our teachers help shape futures every day, and World Teachers’ Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate their impact. Recognise the teaching gems in your school communities and early learning services who make a difference.

One week to go until the 2026 Kathleen Burrow Research Institute Annual Lecture, titled 'Thank God For Our Failure: Staying human in the era of AI.' This year's lecture will be delivered by Stan Grant, prominent Australian journalist, best-selling author, and Yindyamarra Distinguished Professor of Ethics at Charles Sturt University.

St Therese of Lisieux saw herself as a tiny, humble flower in God’s garden, which is why she is known as “Little flower”. 'The Little Way' describes a spiritual path showing that anyone can reach holiness through small everyday acts of love rather than grand heroic deeds. 

All NSW primary and secondary schools are invited to submit 2 artworks before 30 October 2026 celebrating the theme 'The Power of Mateship'! 

“The data suggests we’re seeing AI hindering learning through cognitive offloading, and struggling students are falling further behind by turning to AI for core learning.” From our Interim CEO, Peter Yates, on analysis of Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 conducted by the Kathleen Burrow Research Institute at Catholic Schools NSW, and featured in today’s The Australian newspaper. 

We pray for St Joseph of Cupertino's intercession especially during exam times, that we may try our best and make the same God-inspired effort just as he did. Wishing you confidence, clarity, and success in your exams and praying that St Joseph of Cupertino guides and intercedes for you!

Celebrating the fathers, grandfathers and father figures who nurture, encourage and walk alongside our students every day. Happy Father's Day.

Join us for the 2026 Kathleen Burrow Research Institute Lecture, featuring Stan Grant, prominent Australian journalist, best-selling author, and Yindyamarra Distinguished Professor of Ethics at Charles Sturt University.

Last night at NSW Parliament House, we were proud to celebrate the achievements of two outstanding Catholic school teachers whose passion for learning and innovation is helping shape the future of education in NSW.

Dr Simon Crook will be running an online workshop for teachers in preparation for the implementation of the new K-6 Science and Technology syllabus. 

Today is the feast of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Australia's first canonised saint, Patron saint of Australia alongside Our Lady Help of Christians, and founder of the Order of St Joseph (the Josephites).

On the Feast of the Transfiguration, we celebrate Jesus' ascent up the mountain with Peter, James, and John, where they witnessed Him transfigured in radiant glory. There, Moses and Elijah appeared beside Him, and the voice of God The Father proclaimed from heaven, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.”

Today on National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day, we reflect on the theme 'Living Our Truth', which reminds us of the importance of the living traditions that are handed down to us, and helping them to continue across generations.