• image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image
  • image

News

Read the latest stories from across our Diocese here, or read Sandpiper e-News, our fortnightly digital newsletter. 

Children categories

Thursday, 26 February 2026 12:44

Forty Step Forward at the Rite of Election

Forty adults  gathered  for the Rite of Election — a decisive step in their faith journey and towards becoming Catholic.
If you’ve seen excited children walking with buckets of water this week, you’ll know that Lent is here and that Caritas’ annual Project Compassion has…
In September 2028, the Archdiocese of Sydney will host the 54th International Eucharistic Congress.
Thursday, 26 February 2026 11:45

Deanery Forum brings Parishes Together

Ever wondered if other parishes face the same challenges and celebrate the same joys as yours?
Thursday, 26 February 2026 11:43

Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games

Paralympians are fiercely proud of being known as Paralympians, writes Mary Pianta, Diocesan Disability Contact Coordinator.
Thursday, 12 February 2026 21:21

Jubilee Migrant Cross

After almost 6000 km since it left Sydney on 5 October last year, the Migrant Jubilee Cross will soon arrive in Sandhurst.
The first round of Deanery Forums will soon take place in Bendigo, Shepparton and Wangaratta, providing an invaluable opportunity for inter-parish dialogue, collaboration and shared…
Next time you’re at Sacred Heart Cathedral, make sure to take in the new Irish Harp statue ...
Irish Migration has had a profound influence on Australian society, shaping politics, culture, education, religion, and community life.
Thursday, 12 February 2026 20:44

Eucharist28: This is My Body, Given for You

The official journey toward the International Eucharistic Congress 2028 (Eucharist28) has begun.
Monday, 09 February 2026 11:03

The Cost of Our Living

"The Cost of Our Living: Economic and Social Justice for the Common Good".  A Social Justice Statement from the Australian Catholic Bishops (February 2026). 
In each person who suffers, we encounter the suffering Christ. This World Day of the Sick, may we embody the Samaritan’s compassion - ministering not…
Wednesday, 04 February 2026 10:26

Lent Reflection Resources 2026

You are invited into the Gospel stories of Lent (Year A) and the words of fellow travellers to reflect on Jesus and those who encountered…
The Sandhurst Diocese recently came alive with the sights, sounds and spirit of Sinulog, the iconic Filipino Catholic Festival celebrated with music, dance and colourful…
Wednesday, 28 January 2026 16:17

"Call Me, it's Urgent!" by Fr Adi Indra

We’re often caught in a cycle of “urgent demands” in our fast-paced world, expecting instant solutions and immediate results, writes Fr Adi Indra.
Bendigo’s long-neglected city gateway is getting a dramatic facelift, with the commencement of works on the Cathedral Square development.
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 19:21

A Christmas Message from Fr Brian Boyle

A Christmas Message from Very Rev. Dr Brian Boyle, Administrator, Diocese of Sandhurst.
Thursday, 11 December 2025 19:11

Sandhurst Pilgrimage Leaders reflect on ACYF

    "Seeing our Group Leaders walk alongside young pilgrims, offering guidance, support and safe spaces for faith to flourish, filled me with such joy.…
Page 1 of 63