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First catholics arrive in Australia
In 1788, the first catholics arrive in Australia on the First Fleet. -
The first Catholic priests arrive in Australia
Friars Terry and Connoly arrive in Australia, becoming the first priests of Australia. -
Construction of first Australian Catholic Church.
The first Catholic Church in Australia is founded in Richmond, Tasmania. -
First Catholic bishop in Australia
Bede Polding becomes the first Catholic bishop in Australia. This event marks the first Bishop in Australia, which would have severely strengthened the Catholic movement. -
First Catholic dioces
The church is divided up into regional-based dioces. This system is still used today. -
St Vincent de Paul is established
The St Vincent de Paul charity is established. This is one of the most influential and well-known Catholic charities today. -
Saint Mary's Cathedral is destroyed by fire
This tradgedy was essential for the re-building of the Cathedral and the establishment of our school. -
Christian Brothers arrive in Melbourne
The Christian brothers founded many schools for underprivelged chilren, and were instrumental in the development of education in Australia. -
Death of Mark Mkillop
Mary was later made an official saint, the first Australian saint in the Church's history. -
John Paul the Second visits Australia
One of the more recent events, this was the ceremony in which Mary McKillop was recognised as Australia's first saint.