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Read more14/11/2025
Official Visit to Timor-Leste Highlights Impact and Future Priorities for the Order of Malta’s Work
Last week, a contingent of members of the Order of Malta — including the Grand Hospitaller, Dr. Josef D. Blotz, and Australian Association President, John Murphy — undertook an official visit to Timor-Leste. This marked the first time a representative of the Grand Magistry has travelled to the region. Over an intensive three-day program, they [...]
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13/11/2025
Help us bring hope and compassion to those who need it most
As we prepare to celebrate the joy and light of Christmas, we are reminded that that while many of us gather with loved ones in the warmth of home, countless others face Christmas with very little—no shelter, no comfort, and no one to share the day with. For many in our communities—especially the homeless, low-income [...]
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11/11/2025
Philippines – Thousands Impacted After Typhoons and Earthquakes
After several severe earthquakes at the end of September, two typhoons struck the Philippines in quick succession. Malteser International is now providing emergency aid. Photo: Order of Malta Philippines The Philippines has been struck by an unprecedented series of natural disasters. Led by the Philippine Association, the Order of Malta has been on the front [...]
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10/11/2025
13th Asia-Pacific Conference of the Order of Malta Held in Singapore
The 13th Asia-Pacific Conference of the Order of Malta took place in Singapore from 5–7 November, bringing together representatives from National Associations, Delegations, and the Order’s accredited Ambassadors across two continents. The three-day gathering, themed “Anchored in Faith, Ablaze with Hope, Serve with Love,” featured sessions on the growth of activities across the region, spiritual [...]
The Australian Association
The Australian Association, formed in 1974, currently has in excess of 300 members and aspirant members across every State and Territory of Australia. We also have ongoing and strong links with the Order’s National Associations throughout the Asia Pacific Region including in Singapore and the Philippines and with members of the Order in New Zealand, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand and Korea. The Order of Malta is committed to serving Our Lords the Poor and Sick worldwide and has done so for over 900 years. This website shares with you the history, mission and current activities of the Order of Malta in Australia, and provides links to the work of the Order world-wide.