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La Perouse enters Botany Bay and his chaplain, Abbe Mones, celebrates the first. Mass within Australian territory
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First Irish convicts transported to Botany Bay
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A catholic priest arrives in sydney for the first time as a convict.
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2086 Irish prisoners of war, the majority of whom were Catholic, were detained in Australia. Masses could be conducted by priests in Sydney, Liverpool, and Parramatta, like James Dixon.
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As a result of the Castle Rebellion, the Governor removed certain privileges. James Dixon, a priest, was returned to England.
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The Catholic Church was legally formed in Australia after Fathers John Therry and Connolly landed there.
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10 catholic schools were established in australia.
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Polding started founding the good samaritan sisters.
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In Australia, there were 815 nuns who taught in Catholic schools.
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It was announced that all states' Catholic schools will no longer receive government funding.
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In 30 schools, 115 Christian brothers were employed as teachers.
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In 30 schools, 115 Christian brothers were employed as teachers.
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With a higher percentage of the population identifying as Catholic and a plethora of new religious, social and philanthropic organisations, Catholicism has increased in Australia.
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The Catholic church had challenges as a result of the large influx of immigrants, which required them to teach mass in a variety of languages and provide educational assistance.