Following her profession as a Sister of Compassion, sister lived and worked at our Home at Island Bay before commencing her nursing training in our hospital. After graduating as a nurse she trained as a radiographer receiving very high marks in both examinations. Sister graduated as a midwife in 1978. During her years as a Sister of Compassion Sister Mary has worked at Timaru, Wagga Wagga, and Auckland before returning to Wagga Wagga in 2000 where she now lives. Sister is well known for her hospitality to all those who come to the door. Like other sisters, she is present with residents who are unwell or dying.
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Sister Winifred Moriarty
Joan Mary Moriarty was born and educated in the rural town of Waipukarau. During her teenage years she spent time in Melbourne where she discerned her vocation to Religious Life.
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Suzanne Aubert Rongoā Garden of native plants has been reopened
On January 25th, a significant event unfolded with the reopening ceremony of the Suzanne Aubert Rongoā Garden, which contains a collection of native plant specimens used by Suzanne Aubert and […]
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St Joseph’s Home of Compassion elder care facility announces closure
After nearly 100 years of operation in the Upper Hutt area, St Joseph’s Home of Compassion elder care facility has announced its closure, which will be effective in four months […]