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Larger than life Bishop Joe passed away suddenly, the week before Christmas 2010.

The much loved Bishop of the people was born in Malta in 1948. He arrived in Australia 40 years ago and has been an eloquent voice for God’s love of the people, especially the people of Bendigo and the youth. He inspired every one he touched with his warmth and compassion.  He was ordained in 1974 and worked for the Maltese Migrant population in Melbourne and became Bishop of Sandhurst in 2001.

Bishop Joe’s friend Fr Robert Galea praised how Bishop Joe found the right fine balance between the home country Malta and his great commitment to the Australian Communities, including the Maltese.

Bishop Joe had a great commitment to the youth and he gave an amazing and unforgettable homily to 100,000 youth on World Youth Day in 2008.

He shared his words of wisdom, saying that “ God does not make rubbish and inspired the view that we can always be better."

The top photo is Bishop Joe at Sunday Mass Sacred Heart Cathedral Bendigo, in 2007 and below, with Cr Gerry Pule, Deputy Mayor of the Town of Bassendean.

Rest In God’s Peace

The Prime Minister Dr Lawrence Gonzi and Mrs Catherine Gonzi visited Australia from the 28 July to 12 August 2007. During his visit, the Prime Minister met members of the Maltese Community in Western Australia, Victoria, South Australia, Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales.

The Prime Minister pledged action to keep Maltese language alive in Australia. The Prime Minister was responding to remarks made by the honorary consul in Adelaide Frank L Scicluna who warned that future migrant generations would lose their identity if they did not know the language.

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Historical Images of Malta

Please go here to see some excellent historical images of Malta.

Weekly news from Australia (www.allmalta.com)

What do Rebecca Brincat, Loretta Ellul, Ashleigh Vella, Godfrey Gauci, Kaila Agius & Tevin Falzon have in common ?

Are you an athlete of Maltese descent ? Be it by birth or by marriage ? Do you practice any sport? Do you have anyone in the family who does? Do you know of any athletes of
Maltese descent ?
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