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Bridging the digital divide: Parramatta Marist High gifts 12 laptops to their peers at St Joseph’s, Solomon Islands
What began as a simple request from St Joseph’s School in the Solomon Islands has grown into a heartfelt act of generosity and friendship - a true reflection of the Marist spirit in the Pacific. Thanks to the combined efforts of Parramatta Marist High School in Sydney and its supportive parent community, 30 laptops are now helping bridge the digital divide for students in need in the Solomon Islands, writes Mark Pauschmann, Executive Director of Province Ministeries. The lapt
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17 hours ago1 min read
Happy Graduation: LaValla Cambodia Celebrates Graduation Ceremony for 22 Grade 6 Students
On 3 September, LaValla School in Cambodia held its major event of the year: the formal Graduation Ceremony for its 22 Grade 6 students....
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Sep 222 min read
On the 25th Anniversary of the Mission in Timor-Leste: Newly Inaugurated Colégio Marista Lautém Expands the Reach of Marist Education
September 3, 2025 marked a historic first for the Marist mission in Timor-Leste. On that day, the Brothers officially opened Colégio...
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Sep 105 min read
From Timor-Leste to Australia: Colégio Marista Lautem Observe Australian Schools in Action
During the mid-year school holiday, the Colégio Marista Lautem teaching staff travelled to Australia to observe some Australian schools...
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Aug 111 min read
A New Chapter Begins: Colégio Marista Lautem Moves to Its Permanent Campus
On 7 July 2025, Colégio Marista Lautem moved from its temporary location at the Lautem Catholic Parish Centre to its permanent site at...
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Jul 161 min read
Capacity Building in Timor-Leste: Notre Dame Educators Deliver Inservice Training for ICFP Staff
Following the recent Marist Higher Education Conference in Rome, Br Peter Corr arranged for a team of university staff from Notre Dame of...
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Jul 21 min read
Scholastic Brothers Embark on Teaching Practicums Across Baucau and Lautem
In June, 13 of our Scholastic Brothers began their teaching practicum placements (estajiu) in both Catholic and government schools across...
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Jul 21 min read
The Marist presence shines - strong and quietly enduring - in Samoa, writes Mark Pauschmann
Mark Pauschmann, in his role as Executive Director of Province Ministries, has been visiting Marist communities across the province....
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Jun 192 min read
Hope and Resilience: St Michel's School Navigates Vanuatu’s Ongoing Teachers’ Strike
The teachers’ strike in Vanuatu, which began last year in June, is still ongoing and has become even more challenging for schools across...
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Jun 172 min read
A Day of Learning and Renewal: Fiji Marist Educators Gather for Annual Seminar
In June first week, around 100 teachers from our five Marist schools gathered at the Marist Brothers Primary School Hall on Suva Street...
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Jun 162 min read
Thank You, Caritas Italia: LaValla Students Celebrate New Library Space
A couple of months ago, LaValla School in Cambodia received brand-new furniture, sparking excitement among students and staff - thanks to...
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Jun 52 min read
Honouring Samoa: Marist Students March with Pride on 63rd Independence Day
On Sunday, Samoa proudly marked its 63rd Independence Day with a vibrant national celebration. The official ceremony took place at...
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Jun 31 min read
Charting the Future: Province Ministries Director Visits Marist Communities in Fiji
During a recent visit to Fiji, Mark Pauschmann, the inaugural Executive Director of Province Ministries, spent time with various Marist...
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Apr 91 min read
“We are Trying to Reach the Unreached,” Says Br Mark Kenatsi of Madang’s Marist Family Mission
The Marist community in Madang has consistently worked to strengthen its outreach programs, ensuring that those on the margins are not...
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Apr 72 min read
St Joseph’s College, Samoa: Br Kevin O’Malley Reflects on its 75 Years of Marist Education, Legacy, and Lasting Influence
St Joseph’s College in Samoa will mark its 75th anniversary in 2025 - a milestone celebrating its rich legacy of faith, education, and...
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Apr 14 min read
Strengthening Marist Bonds across the Province: MLF Team visits Marist Communities in Timor-Leste
Tony Clarke and Br Michael Callinan from the Mission and Life Formation Team visited Timor-Leste from February 24–27 and thoroughly...
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Mar 272 min read
Honouring the Past, Retracing History: The First Champagnat Marist Educators’ Pilgrimage in Aotearoa
On this sacred day of the Annunciation, we have a special story to share - a story of faith, mission, and connection. The Marists have...
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Mar 256 min read
Part 1: Through the Lens of History: A Photo Essay on the Marist Brothers in Australia
The Marist Brothers have a rich and inspiring history in the Pacific. From the first Brothers who journeyed from Europe to Aotearoa-New...
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Mar 53 min read
RIP, Br John Wells: Honouring 61 Years of Faithful Service
On 17 January, Br John Wells, FMS, passed away in Ashgrove, Queensland. Below is an obituary written by SoTS Provincial, Br Peter...
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Feb 184 min read
A New Beginning: Colégio Marista, The First Marist School Opens in Lautem, Timor-Leste
In Timor-Leste, within the District of Lautem, Colégio Marista officially opened its doors on 3 February. The founding staff includes Br...
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Feb 42 min read
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