Mary MacKillop Penola Centre

The inspirational place where it all began

When Mary MacKillop and Julian Tenison Woods made their dream a reality
‘Little did either of us then dream of what was to spring from so small a beginning.’
Mary MacKillop 1891

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What's On

21/10/25

We’re Finalists in the SA Tourism Awards – Cultural Tourism

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve been named a finalist in the South Australian Tourism Awards in the Cultural ...

21/10/25

Welcome to New Coordinator – Jane Pearce

We are delighted to welcome Jane Pearce as the new Coordinator of the Mary MacKillop Penola Centre. Jane brings with ...

17/06/25

Archbishop’s Visit to Penola – 23 August 2025

Pilgrimage and Mass with Archbishop O’Regan in Penola Archbishop O’Regan will be making a pilgrimage to the Jubilee site of ...

17/06/25

Deanery Retreat Day Announced for 9 August in Penola

The Penola Parish Council has announced a special Retreat Day for our deanery, bringing together parishioners from Penola, Naracoorte, Bordertown, ...

17/06/25