Covering 91,500 km² across New England and North West NSW, the Diocese includes 24 parishes, 25 schools, and 1 university college.
Established in 1869, the Diocese has evolved through regional changes and now borders six other dioceses across NSW and QLD.
Committed to education, pastoral care, and social services, the Diocese serves individuals and families with Christ-centred support.
The Catholic Diocese of Armidale spans a vibrant and deeply connected community, reaching across regional towns and rural parishes. From schools and parish centres to outreach initiatives, each part of the Diocese plays a role in nurturing faith, service, and togetherness.
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Catholic Viewpoint is the Diocesan Digital Magazine focusing on the news within the Armidale Diocese. The Catholic Viewpoint is delivered every three months and focuses on events around the Diocese and produced in a predominately digital format.
