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Aurora NewsYour local source of Catholic news for Newcastle, Maitland, Hunter and Mid-Coast regions.

Aurora showcases the stories of the people within the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, celebrating their achievements, broadcasting local happenings, and keeping the community informed about activities across the region. Our online news offers a Catholic perspective on current issues and events, encouraging opportunities for community, reflection, celebration and prayer.

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15 years of ASPIRE. How far we’ve come.

June 5, 2026
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“I don’t want to leave the world the same”: Deena Clemson finding her voice

June 5, 2026
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One year on – a resilient community reflects

June 3, 2026

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Bishop’s Staff Day across the Diocese

5 June 2026
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My Word: Come on the journey

5 June 2026
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Diocesan Pastoral Council discerns our call to mission 

4 June 2026
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St Francis: The radical saint, softened with time

25 May 2026

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Diocesan Pastoral Council discerns our call to mission 

4 June 2026
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Liturgy of Lament on the Closure of a Church

29 May 2026
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A Church ALIVE with young people

28 May 2026
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A calling to the Diaconate

27 May 2026

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One year on – a resilient community reflects

3 June 2026
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CatholicCare’s 2026 Make a Difference Appeal 

1 June 2026
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Finding Home Through Service: Dave’s CatholicCare Journey

19 May 2026

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“I don’t want to leave the world the same”: Deena Clemson finding her voice

5 June 2026
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15 years of ASPIRE. How far we’ve come.

5 June 2026
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Finding her voice: Behind the microphone with Mia

5 June 2026
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Rolling towards the world stage: Isla Bower’s rise in skateboarding and beyond

28 May 2026
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Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle

The Diocese acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, sea and water ways on which the Diocese is located - Awabakal, Biripi, Darkinjung, Kamilaroi, Wiradjuri, Worimi, Wonnarua. We commit to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation.


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841 Hunter Street, Newcastle West 2302 NSW
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