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Wednesday, 07 October 2026 21:51

Caring for Those who have given So Much

The Priests Retirement Foundation of the Diocese of Sandhurst is shining a light on the importance of caring for the priests who have spent their…
The Season of Creation concluded on Sunday 4 October, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, the universally admired patron saint of ecology. To celebrate,…
Wednesday, 07 October 2026 18:04

St Joseph's Benalla Celebrates 150 Years

St Joseph’s Catholic Parish Benalla will celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Parish on Sunday 25 October with a Concelebrated Mass at 2 p.m. with Bishop…
Monday, 05 October 2026 12:36

Faith in action – Election guide

Faith in action – Election guide
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 16:48

Protect St Kilian’s Appeal

St Kilian's is a unique church and landmark in Bendigo, with links to goldfields pioneer priest Dr Henry Backhaus. A recent arson attack has prompted the Diocese…
Bendigo parishioner John A Clancy published the historical novel, “A Bard on the Pampas: A Story of Irish Migration to Argentina”, last December.
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 16:25

A Sandhurst migration story

Member of Chancery Staff becomes an Australian Citizen
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St Joseph's Primary School, Chiltern, proudly celebrated its 125th anniversary with a memorable day of reflection, celebration and connection on Friday 11 September.
Thursday, 10 September 2026 11:36

Behind the Byline: A Note from the Editor

After more than 130 editions of Sandpiper e-News, this is my first and last ‘note from the editor’.
Wednesday, 09 September 2026 17:19

Deanery Forums Round 2: Reports Now Available

Reports from the second round of Deanery Forums are now available.
St Martin of Tours was packed to the rafters on Sunday, 30 August, as more than 270 people celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Tuesday, 08 September 2026 12:43

Believing on Upside Down Country

A New book reveals Bendigo’s rich history of faith and belief.
Tuesday, 08 September 2026 09:48

Season of Creation begins with Living Water

At the Season of Creation Mass, on 1 September, it was hard to imagine a more glorious day. 
Tuesday, 08 September 2026 09:34

When Caring for Creation hits Home

Sometimes the most profound lessons about caring for creation arrive in very ordinary ways.
Friday, 04 September 2026 09:36

Interfaith Meditative Walk

The Sandhurst Care for Creation Team and Bendigo Interfaith Council invite you to an Interfaith Meditative Walk.
A resource for reflection and prayer to celebrate the 'Year of Saint Francis of Assisi' 2026. 
Thursday, 27 August 2026 20:14

Pastoral Visit to Wodonga

A Warm welcome for Bishop René Ramirez RCJ in the heart of the North East 
Thursday, 27 August 2026 20:11

Growing as Communities of Mission

What happens when a diocese gathers to ask: who is Jesus calling us to be?
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