A huge crowd attended Monday’s very special event at Mathoura’s Carmelite Monastery of Jesus Mary and Joseph.
It involved celebration of a Solemn Pontifical Mass officiated by Most Reverend Columba Macbeth-Gabriela Green, Bishop of Wilcannia-Forbes and the Veiling of Sr Gabriela of Immaculate Heart of Mary, ocd.
Those present were also advised of a change for the monastery’s name to Carmel of Elijah, and plans for a permanent building.
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Mathoura Public School has gained another mural.
The latest is an Aboriginal mural by Neva, telling the story of Mathoura and the three rivers which surround the town.
It also features swirls representing the wind which earned the area the aboriginal name of ‘Windy Place’
Neva allowed students from the 4/5/6 classes to also work on the project, giving them a lasting memory of their time at the school.
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If you have ever wanted to learn to skate – and you’re aged 12 to 24 - now is your chance.
As a Murray River Council Youth Week event, Totem will be conducting a free learn to skate workshop at the Mathoura on Sunday, April 21, from 10am to 1pm.
Bookings are essential and spots are limited, so act quickly and get in contact with Murray River Council.