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Future-Proofing Teaching in the Far NorthÂ
Cairns Catholic Education is aiming to future-proof the teaching industry in the Cairns region with 17 local students receiving 2023 Education Scholarships.
February 10, 2023
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Stage Two of State-of-the-Art Catholic College Underway
Now in its second year of operation, Newman Catholic College, Smithfield has commenced its second stage of construction.
February 1, 2023
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Staff Spotlight: Shana Backshall on Changing Careers
For Shana, a professional opportunity led to a passion for working with young students and changing her career to become a teacher at St Stephen’s
January 24, 2023
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CES Farewells Lifelong Contributor
This week Cairns Catholic Education Services farewelled leader and lifelong contributor Ursula Elms after a dedicated decade serving as the Director – Learning and Teaching
November 28, 2022
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Novel Idea: Students Share Love of Books
Students at Newman Catholic College, Smithfield have shared their love of reading with the next generation as part of a heartfelt group project with purpose.
October 31, 2022
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Staff Spotlight: Shannon Grantley, Highly Accomplished Teacher
St Thomas of Villanova Parish School Year 2 Teacher Shannon Grantley is the latest teacher in the Cairns Diocese to receive Highly Accomplished Teacher status.
October 17, 2022
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Principal Profile: Glen Seivers, St Augustine’s College, Parramatta Park
Newly-appointed College Principal Glen Seivers brings to this important role a strong faith-based leadership in the Marist tradition as well as a wealth of system,
September 14, 2022
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Official Opening of Cairns’ Newest Catholic College
Education Minister Grace Grace joined students, staff and stakeholders for the official opening and blessing of Stage One of Newman Catholic College, Smithfield. “The Palaszczuk
August 25, 2022
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Long-Serving Bishop James Foley Farewelled
This week marks a major milestone in the history of the Catholic Church in Cairns, with the retirement of our long-serving Bishop, James Foley.
August 24, 2022
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Recognising Excellence in Education this Catholic Education Week
Stand out staff have been recognised this Catholic Education Week at the state-wide Spirit of Catholic Education Awards and the locally held Docemus Awards. Wayne
August 3, 2022
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20 Facts You Should Know About First Nations’ Culture
The wildly diverse landscape of Australia boasts everything from lush tangles of mossy rainforests, postcard perfect palms and towering mountain ranges stretching up from sparkling
July 5, 2022
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Principal Profile: Rita Petersen, St Joseph’s School, Atherton
In our latest Principal Profile, we speak to Rita Peterson of St Joseph’s School, Atherton, about the contagious energy of the Tablelands school, as well
June 1, 2022