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Communication
CNA is a consortium of Australian Catholic Education organisations committed to sharing resources and expertise, to improve outcomes for students and staff at all participating schools.
As a national organisation, effective communication is essential to maintain relevance and engagement for all participants.
You can find CNA’s latest updates from participants across Australia, a view of scheduled events, annual reports and more below.
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Loreto Sisters celebrate historic union of two religious institutes
The Loreto Sisters of Australia and South East Asia joined in the celebrations this month as, communities around the world marked the historic union of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM - Loreto) and the Congregatio Jesu - worldwide (CJ).
4 days ago2 min read
The power of explicit teaching in our classrooms
BCE’s successful partnership with the Australian Educational Research Organisation (AERO), focused on the implementation of explicit teaching has expanded, with nine schools now engaged in the collaboration.
Dec 102 min read
"Fewer podiums, more tables”: CNA reflects on Section 9 of Drawing New Maps of Hope
In Drawing New Maps of Hope, Pope Leo XIV turns, in Section 9, to a question that touches every school, diocese and system in our network: how do we inhabit the digital world as Catholic educators?
Dec 23 min read
Catholic education welcomes $37 million national reform to strengthen child safety
The National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) welcomes the Albanese government’s announcement of $37 million in funding to implement the National Continuous Checking Capability (NCCC) as a major step towards a consistent, national approach to safeguarding children.
Dec 12 min read
Meet the Chair of the Governance Working Group: An Interview with Jennifer Caro
A conversation with Jennifer Caro, Technology Business Management Lead at Brisbane Catholic Education and Chair of the Catholic Network Australia’s Governance Working Group.
Nov 34 min read
New way of teaching sees boost in NAPLAN results
Catholic primary schools in Melbourne have boosted their NAPLAN results, thanks to a new way of teaching.
Oct 242 min read
Melbourne’s Catholic teachers become flourishing learners in stadium classroom
The Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools community has been reflecting on its core mission of ‘forming lives to enrich the world’ at the inaugural MACS Flourishing Learners Conference.
Oct 212 min read
Strengthening and supporting Australia’s teacher workforce
Last week I attended the Teacher Workforce Roundtable hosted by the Commonwealth Department of Education. This was an opportunity for senior officials to come together in Canberra to share insights on national priorities for the teacher workforce following the implementation of the National Teacher Workforce Action Plan.
Oct 172 min read
Education employment program helping refugees to rebuild lives
A refugee from Afghanistan has begun a new chapter at a Brisbane Catholic school, joining the team through Brisbane Catholic Education and Multicultural Australia’s Work and Welcome program.
Oct 22 min read
Dictionary of Australian Catholic educators launches public lecture
Australia’s only dictionary dedicated to preserving the stories of Catholic educators since Australian colonial settlement has launched its first public lecture.
Sep 302 min read
Beyond the Device: Key Insights from Apple's Education Leadership Summit
Catholic Network Australia delegates recently returned from a three-day Apple Executive Briefing in Cupertino, bringing with them fresh perspectives on educational technology, leadership, and innovation that could reshape how Catholic schools approach digital learning.
Sep 263 min read
Bringing Hope to the Amazon
The Amazon rainforest—often called the "lungs of the earth"—faces unprecedented challenges from deforestation, climate change, and the marginalisation of indigenous communities. But from the heart of this crisis has emerged an inspiring Catholic initiative that's transforming lives through education: the Amazon University Program (PUAM).
Sep 253 min read
The move to evidence-based teaching in our Catholic schools: Annual Ann D Clark Lecture inspires teachers
Centred on the theme of evidence-based teaching, the 2025 Ann D Clark Lecture, held in honour of past Executive Director, Ann D Clark, was a powerful and thought-provoking event that brought together educators and stakeholders from across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD).
Sep 193 min read
Vatican official warns of AI’s hidden costs to environment, work and society
Bishop Paul Tighe, a top official at the Vatican's Dicastery for Culture and Education, is urging caution on artificial intelligence — warning that its hidden environmental costs, impact on jobs and broader social risks can’t be overlooked.
Sep 153 min read
NCEC announcement regarding Executive Director Jacinta Collins from Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP and Nicholas Moore AO
With sincere admiration and deep gratitude for her significant service to Catholic education, we write to inform you that Jacinta Collins has decided that this chapter of her contribution to public life and her leadership of the National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) will come to an end in early 2026.
Sep 13 min read
Cairns conference celebrates Catholic education
Last week’s Australian Catholic Education Conference in Cairns was a tremendous success, bringing together more than 1,450 educators and leaders from across Australia and overseas for three days of learning, dialogue, and celebration. The energy, hope, and commitment to Catholic education were palpable throughout the event.
Aug 282 min read
Introducing the CNA Ceremonial Candle Holder Competition!!
Catholic Network Australia (CNA) seeks a unique and meaningful candle holder to be used at all official events.
Aug 132 min read
Catholic Schools Broken Bay shaping education for tomorrow
The new strategy, Shaping Tomorrow, Together in Faith commits CSBB to maintaining the extraordinary success achieved over the last five years in student learning, faith formation and building the capacity of staff. The new Strategy commits CSBB to establishing new secondary school options, and will also see the introduction of exciting new initiatives in Early Years Education and Career Pathways.
Jul 283 min read
Australian Education Awards 2025 Excellence Awardees
Australian Education Awards 2025 Excellence Awardees
Jul 185 min read
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Launch "Vision for Engagement" Framework
Last month, Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) officially launched its comprehensive "Vision for Engagement" framework, designed to create thriving learning environments where every student can flourish academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
Jul 13 min read
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"Communication has the power to build bridges, to enable encounter and inclusion, and thus to enrich society…Words can build bridges between individuals and within families, social groups and peoples. This is possible both in the material world and the digital world."
Pope Francis
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