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Order Of Malta Australia

Year2026

Charitable Works

Events

  • 29/06/2026

    Malteser International Responds to Earthquake in Venezuela

    Cologne/Caracas. Two devastating earthquakes with magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck the western coastal region of Venezuela on Wednesday evening local time. Buildings collapsed in cities located near the epicenter. Thousands are feared dead. Malteser International will immediately release 250,000 euros for first emergency aid measures in the affected areas. “These two earthquakes were particularly severe. Especially the second [...]

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  • 29/06/2026

    July 2026 newsletter is available for download!

    Our latest newsletter is now available! Download a copy of our July 2026 Newsletter. If you wish to be added to our distribution list, please register your details using our online form. Want to read the stories online? Visit our News Area. Visit our online store, make a donation or enquire about volunteering.

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  • 28/06/2026

    Annual Morning of Reflection in Adelaide

    On Saturday, 27 June 2026, members of the Order of Malta in South Australia gathered for their annual Morning of Reflection at the Bethany Centre, part of the Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre in Kensington, Adelaide. Managed by the Sisters of St Joseph, the Bethany Centre provided a peaceful and welcoming environment for prayer, reflection and [...]

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  • 23/06/2026

    Amid Devastation, New Gaza Clinic Begins Treating Up to 100 Patients Daily

    Gaza City/Rome/Cologne - On Monday 22nd June, His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem blessed the Order of Malta’s clinic in Gaza City, in the presence of His Beatitude Theophilos III, Patriarch of the Holy City of Jerusalem and all Palestine and Jordan. Following this blessing, around thirty staff members, including doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, will begin providing [...]

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  • 16/06/2026

    Philermos House Set to Open Its Doors in Southport

    A new chapter of community support is about to begin on the Gold Coast, with Philermos House preparing to open its doors in Southport in the coming weeks. Developed by the Order of Malta, Philermos House will provide practical assistance, connection, and dignity to people experiencing hardship and homelessness, offering a welcoming environment where individuals [...]

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  • 16/06/2026

    New Starlink-Enabled Ambulance Expands Healthcare Reach in Timor-Leste

    A significant milestone has been achieved for the Order of Malta’s medical outreach service in Timor-Leste, strengthening our ability to deliver essential healthcare to some of the country’s most remote communities. Earlier this year, our medical clinic welcomed a new four-wheel-drive ambulance to support its outreach programme. We are now pleased to announce that the [...]

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  • 28/05/2026

    From Sydney to Rockhampton: Bishop Danny Meagher Begins New Ministry

    Today, seven members and one candidate of the Australian Association of the Sovereign Order of Malta travelled to Central Queensland to attend the installation of Bishop Danny Meagher as the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Rockhampton at St Joseph’s Cathedral. The installation Mass brought together clergy, religious, civic leaders, parishioners, and representatives of Catholic [...]

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  • 22/05/2026

    Donated Toys and Books Bring Comfort to Families at Gold Coast University Hospital

      Recently, Order of Malta Regional Hospitaller Danny Higgins presented a selection of donated children’s toys and books to Michelle Philp, Coordinator of the Spiritual Care Department at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH). The donated items formed part of the many generous contributions of clothing and household goods received through Philermos House in Southport. Following […]

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  • 19/05/2026

    2025 Australian Hospitaller magazine is now available

    The Annual Review of the Australian Association of the Order of Malta is now available. Download the 2025 Australian Hospitaller Related: 2024 Australian Hospitaller 2023 Australian Hospitaller 2022 Australian Hospitaller 2021 Australian Hospitaller 2020 Australian Hospitaller 2019 Australian Hospitaller

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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.