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Community Support

The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals, families, and communities across the region through a range of community support programs and agencies. Guided by the principles of Catholic social teaching, these initiatives reflect a shared commitment to care, compassion, and inclusion.

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CatholicCare Social Services
Catholic Community Fund
Hunter Community Housing

Within our Diocese, three key agencies play a vital role in supporting individuals, families and communities:

  • CatholicCare Hunter-Manning provides practical support through child, youth and family services, foster care, counselling, food programs and social enterprise initiatives.
  • Catholic Community Fund helps fund schools, early education centres, parish facilities, community housing and other projects that strengthen our Catholic communities.
  • Hunter Community Housing provides secure and affordable housing for people in need.

Together, these agencies help build a stronger, more inclusive community where no one is left behind.

Several other Catholic organisations and programs also operate throughout our Diocese, supporting our local community and beyond.

  • St Vincent de Paul Society
  • Mums’ Cottage
  • Mission to Seafarers
  • Caritas
  • Catholic Mission
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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(02) 4979 1200
Office Address
841 Hunter Street, Newcastle West 2302 NSW
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mn.catholic.org.au
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