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RIP Fr John Hayes

It is with sadness that we advise that Fr John Hayes passed away on Tuesday 2 June.

Father John was born on 30 August 1933 and ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Francis Rush on 5 August 1971 at the Church of the Little Flower, Kedron (Brisbane).

He served as Asso

Welcome to the Diocese Bishop Danny

After days of rain, and a beautiful early morning rainbow, Thursday 28 May saw St Joseph’s Cathedral bathed in glorious sunshine for the Solemn Mass of Installation where Bishop Danny Meagher become the 11th Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton.

The Solemn Mass

Installation of Bishop Daniel Meagher

SOLEMN MASS OF INSTALLATION FOR NEW ROCKHAMPTON BISHOP DANNY MEAGHER

Thursday 28 May will be a joyous and historical day for the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton community. A Mass will be celebrated at 10.30am in St Joseph’s Cathedral to install Bishop Daniel Meagher as the 1

Letter to the Diocese on the Appointment of our New Bishop

Bishop Michael has issues a letter to the people of the Diocese following the announcement of our new Bishop.  Click the link below to read the Bishop’s letter.

Bishop’s Pastoral Letter on Announcement of New Bishop

11th Bishop of Rockhampton Announced

1st April 2026

New Bishop for the Diocese of Rockhampton Appointed by Pope Leo XIV

Bishop Michael McCarthy, the 10th Bishop of Rockhampton, and the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton joyously welcome the announcement that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Danny Meagher as the

Bishop’s Easter Message 2026

Click on the link to read Bishop Michael’s Easter message to the Diocese.

Easter Message 2026

ACSL audit shows Rockhampton Diocese building a strong safeguarding culture

The Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton has recently completed a comprehensive review audit of its safeguarding policies and procedures, reaffirming its strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety and protection for children and vulnerable people. Commissioned by Bishop Michae

Cathedral Conservation Appeal 2025

The Annual Cathedral Conservation Appeal will be taking place across the Diocese, with a focus this year on the Sanctuary of St Joseph’s Cathedral.

Click here to see the full message from the Bishop and how you can donate.

New Manager for Stella Maris Centre Mackay

Mr Peter Gooch has recently commenced in the role of Manager of the Stella Maris Seafarers’ Centre in Mackay.  This ministry of the Diocese provides pastoral care and support to those who work at sea and visit our ports.

You can read the full message from the Bishop here.