Scrutiny of Perrottet's close relationship with icare prompted him to direct Treasury Secretary Michael Pratt to audit the Treasurer's staffing arrangements, which the NSW Labor Party criticised as a "sham" as the Secretary was a former deputy chairman of icare. As we approached this years Bluesfest, controversy arose as two acts pulled out of the event after discovering Sticky Fingers was also playing. He was educated at Redfield and his parents are members of Opus Dei*. "We live in the most tolerant country almost anywhere in theworld and we respect people who practice faith, who don't practice faith," he said. Mr Perrottet's faith has been in the spotlight this week after the ClubsNSW chief executive was sacked for saying the premier was choosing his "conservative Catholic gut" over evidence in a debate about cashless poker machines. Horror! Dominic Perrottet says he never experienced a lesson involving an Opus Dei whip and was "blessed with a great education" at a high school run by the conservative Catholic group. Dominic Francis Perrottet (born 21 September 1982) is an . The status of Opus Dei was recently raise when Pope John Paul II gave permission to canonise Josemaria Escriva the founder of Opus Dei in 2003 at a huge ceremony in Rome. The very best of TheLatch delivered straight to your inbox. A. Mr Perrottet has been a part of the crisis cabinet making the all-important decisions about managing COVID-19 and has committed to a strong job recovery. Sticky Fingers is no longer on the bill. Tangara and Redfield also run a unique one-on-one mentoring program, where each child meets with a staff member once a fortnight to check on their academic, social and moral development. [72][75], Perrottet is a Catholic, which has influenced many of his political views such as those on abortion. Perrottet previously served as treasurer of New South Wales and deputy leader of the New South Wales Liberal Party from January 2017 to October 2021,[4] and is a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly representing the seat of Epping since the 2019 state election. (Image: AAP/Dan Himbrechts) The contemporary Liberal Party is full of Catholics, so it's unsurprising that the church has one of its own as NSW's new premier. I believe that the family is the cornerstone, the nucleus, of our society. That [] . I suppose its possible that there moderate and sensible interpretations of different faiths though wouldnt it great if everyone could just wake up to themselves and quit talking to voices in the sky and give up on the happy clapping . [39], Perrottet advocated strongly for business activity in the face of lockdowns and advice from health officials. Perrottets early statement that freedom is innate to us all and not a gift of government sounded promising. One is that Dominic Perrottet is ruled by the leftist Moderate faction and its unelected lobbyist-controllers, and has to do as he is told. In early October 2021, after becoming Premier, Perrottet unveiled an accelerated roadmap out of lockdown with some key changes to attendance limits at indoor and outdoor gatherings. Members are encouraged to promote their faith through their professional work . It is the result of a team effort, now it is up to us. Rev. Our first response as a community should be to help, not to harm, and to comfort, value and support both mother and child, Perrotett said. . "I think having a Christian faith is part of who I am and inspires me to make a difference wherever I go," he said. Perrottet is not a member of the order. "The ABC couldn't resist religion on this topic either, highlighting Perrottet's religious beliefs and saying he belonged to Catholic group Opus Dei which it described as a 'sect' of all . NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet says he is not a member of the conservative Catholic group Opus Dei. The Australian Financial Reviews senior correspondent Aaron Patrick has said that Perrottet could lead a resurgence of proud hardline conservatism in mainstream Australian politics. What we take into the future is largely the result of what has happened here at Redfield, a young Mr Perrottet said in 2000, according to then-school principal Andrew Mullins. Opus Dei maintains lists of cooperators, who are not considered by Opus Dei to be . [72][43][73], In his maiden speech to New South Wales Parliament in 2011 he stated a belief in "exercising freedom [so] that individuals can develop the habits of generosity, hard work, fairness and concern for others". EPPING NSW 2121. At the time, Perrottet declared he had nothing to disclose that could embarrass the Liberal Party. What is the PARED Catholic school where the Premier was educated? Perrottet attended Redfield college, which has an Opus Dei priest as its chaplain, however Perrottet has said he is not a member of the ultra-conservative Catholic order. He is part of the Liberals' right faction which is considered less dominant in NSW. "[54] Ayres resigned as a result from the fallout in early August 2022, being replaced as deputy Liberal leader by Treasurer Matt Kean. The 39-year-old member for Epping beat Planning Minister and moderate Liberal Rob Stokes to the top job. He added: "I think we need not worry too much about Mr Perrottet. Byron Echo Print Archive (previous volume), Bluesfest cancels controversial Sticky Fingers shows, Young driver training initiative on offer by BYS, Election 2023 Lismore: Alex Rubin the Nationals, Tweed Seat candidates roundtable for neighbourhood centres. -AAP Image. Editor's note October 4, 2021: An earlier version of this story claimedRedfield College was run by Opus Dei priests. She now works in employment law and is apparently a skilled dancer. "A complaint against the schools in that program had never been made to that independent authority or the education minister's office," he said. A lot of emphasis is placed upon Perrottets religious views. We are ready for the challenge, we look forward to it, and we will always be thankful. [48] At 39 years of age, Perrottet became the youngest premier in New South Wales history, surpassing the previous record held by Nathan Rees, who was 40 when he first took office. Perrottet is one of 12 children. [49], In April 2022, his government passed an anti-protest law, which was criticised by human rights groups as being repressive and anti-democratic. I believe Adrian addresses this, you just dont read very well. Funded by NSW Parliamentary Entitlements. More than ever we need your help to keep this voice alive and thriving in the community. The Opus Dei Premier. Under the Education Act 1990 (NSW) ('the Act'), NESA is responsible for monitoring the compliance of non-government schools with the requirements of the Act, including those relating to curriculum, assessment, school registration and teacher standards. Relatively quite recently in the case of the Mormon church. He is very bright with the right amount of experience and a commitment to economic reform, Howard said. However, Mr Perrottet . Geoff Provest MP, Craig Elliot, Ciara Denham and Susie Hearder will attend a roundtable event tomorrow to hear about the need for core funding for Neighbourhood and Community Centres. The teacher denied the claim. [42][43][44], Perrottet opposed his cabinet colleagues and the advice of NSW Health when they extended a COVID lockdown on 7 July 2021.[45]. This was unsuccessful, with Williams retaining the Liberal preselection, and resulted in media reports of significant party infighting and Perrottet publicly apologising. They were depicted pretty poorly in Dan Browns blockbuster The Da Vinci Code. P. (02) 9877 0266. Tag: Opus Dei. The school's chaplain is an Opus Dei priest. Mr Perrottet told reporters on Monday "it's not a crime to be Catholic" and stressed any allegations of impropriety at Opus Dei schools would be investigated. One thing to note is that Perrottet will have had to have done a lot of power-sharing deals with the majority moderate faction of the NSW liberals. The Premier of the state of New South Wales (whose capital is Sydney) is Dominic Perrottet. He attended Redfield College and Oakhill College, both strongly Roman Catholic private schools and is married to Helen Perrottet, a woman he met at university. Perrottet, already sensitive about his religious beliefs because of an ABC Four Corners episode on the influence of the Catholic sect Opus Dei on his former school, Redfield College, swiftly . Dominic Perrottet was born in 1982 to parents, father John Perrottet and mother whose name is unknown to date. News. . The party will hold an official vote on Tuesday which the ABC understands will be a formality. 28 Feb 2023 06:43:37 you are not the only one that has taken As Premier, Perrottet will have more than his one vote to influence conscience votes by Liberal MPs. People should judge people on who they are and what they say, Perrottet said in his press conference, not on what they believe. We live in evil times. Mr Perrottet's faith has been in the spotlight this week after the ClubsNSW chief executive was sacked for saying the premier was choosing his "conservative Catholic gut" over evidence in a debate about cashless poker machines. Just when we don't need to expect the Spanish Inquisition, out pops its wolf-in-sheep's clothing remake: Opus Dei. Perrottet also voted against decriminalising abortion in NSW.. Opus Dei, like Pentecostalism, is a global movement that is intent on gaining political influence.. Church and State, a UK organisation that 'challenges religious privilege in public life' describes the activities and goals of Opus Dei as follows: Opus Dei pursues the Vatican's agenda through the presence of its members in . [66], The Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party will refer Perrottet to the NSW Police Force regarding whether Perrottet disclosed wearing a Nazi uniform as fancy dress at his 21st birthday as part of his preselection bid. Mr Perrottet wanted to be based in a seat closer to his home, and his decision sparked a civil war within Liberal ranks. An independent authority's board member has spoken out in support of a group of Opus Dei-aligned Sydney schools, despite the New South Wales premier having asked the authority to investigate. Currently, the NSW government requires L plate drivers to prepare for their P plates with 120 hours of driving, including 20 hours of nighttime driving. Your science teacher can be a numerary, and you can go from class with her, to being driven to [Opus Dei womens study centre] Eremeran by her, for her to then deliver a circle with reflection on religious passages and prayer before she helps you with your science homework.. A proposal for an annual rodeo at the council-managed Les Burger Sports Field, Cabarita Beach came to Tweed Shire Council meeting yesterday. On social issues . . "I am a strong believer in parental choice when it comes to education. Not by much and probably not for much longer. Growing up in West Pennant Hills in the Hills District of Sydney, Mr Perrottet was one of 13 children. to become the states youngest premier on Tuesday. They established Tangara School for Girls in 1982, followed by brother school Redfield in 1986. The inspiration behind Redfield Josemaria Escriva, born in Spain in 1902 and ordained a priest in 1926, was the founder of Opus Dei meaning "Work of God". I really appreciate the trust my colleagues have put in me today, he said. It doesnt take much investigation to realize how extreme are the precepts in that ideology. "I believe in freedom, because it is only by exercising freedom that individuals can develop the habits of generosity, hard work, fairness and concern for others," he said. The anti-Catholic criticisms and personal attacks on Dominic Perrottet before and after being appointed the NSW Premier reveal how dangerous and virulent secular critics are in denouncing Christianity and seeking to banish religion from the public square. In 2019, Mr Perrottet voted against decriminalising abortion. [41], As Treasurer, Perrottet has been one of the architects of the JobSaver program and has overseen micro business support payments, payroll tax waivers and deferrals, vouchers for spending in CBD businesses and other support for businesses affected by the epidemic. [35] icare was also accused of improperly handling private sector contracts. The ABC report aired claims a Tangara teacher showed students the knotted whip she and other celibate followers used on themselves. A combined investigation by The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald and ABC TV's Four Corners found that icare had underpaid as many as 52,000 injured workers by up to $80million and that the organisation was close to collapse. Mr Perrottet has secured a deal that will see him become the state's 46th premier and Gladys Berejiklian's successor. Democratic right to exercise his religious faith and beliefs .. the ABC on several occasions RN breakfast/ News Breakfast Team all took exception to the Premiers And whats all this black humour about Gilead and the Handmaids Tale? (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP) Dominic Perrottet says he never experienced a lesson involving an Opus Dei whip and was "blessed with a great education" at a high school run by the conservative Catholic group. Both schools are linked to Opus Dei: a highly conservative and private Catholic prelature founded in the 1920s and given approval within the Catholic Church in 1950. Authorised by Dominic Perrottet MP. [6][7][8], Perrottet was born in 1982,[9] and raised in West Pennant Hills, Sydney. Parents who have children at the schools say they are drawn to the strong sense of community, advocacy of parental involvement and support for family relationships. Why Adrian? Robert Borsak, the leader of the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers party, argues that this potentially breaks the Oaths Act, which is punishable by up to 5 years in jail. If you want a plebiscite on same-sex marriage, you are not a homophobe.. He quickly rose through the ranks, serving as Minister for Finance, Services and Property, then for Industrial Relations, before becoming Deputy Leader just six years later. [63][64] Rumours circulated that a photo of Perrottet and the uniform had been uncovered, but Perrottet denied any knowledge of the photograph and stated that his parents explained to him why the costume was inappropriate the day after the party. [60], Perrottet has announced plans to introduce a cashless gaming card for pokie machines in clubs and pubs in NSW,[61] but a transition period where non-metropolitan pokies may be excluded from the pilot program has been discussed. [14] He went on to work as a commercial lawyer for Henry Davis York in the areas of banking restructuring and insolvency law. He opposed the decriminalisation of abortion in NSW in 2019, saying that supporters of the law were on the wrong side of history.. An earlier version of this article stated Dominic Perrottet attended Redfield high school in years 11 and 12. It resonates with the Talibans proclamations that women have rights within the misogynistic prison of Sharia law! The PARED board, which runs the schools, is made up of mostly current and former parents. The links between members of the NSW Liberal Party and Opus Dei are out in the open again what will this mean for two NSW-based leader of the Liberals, now their shine has mostly worn off . a typical Australian father one of 12 kids But he said any relationship between the study centres and the schools which sometimes advertise the study centres and camps in their newsletters comes from a personal affiliation. Perrotett said it was an honour and absolute privilege to be elected. [15], Following the resignation of sitting Liberal MP Michael Richardson, Perrottet won Liberal preselection for the very safe Liberal seat of Castle Hill in November 2010, with the backing of right-wing power broker David Clarke. Mr Perrottet's office made a report to the NSW Education Standards Authority after the ABC contacted him about allegations aired in Monday's program. "If you question man-made climate change, you are not a sceptic. The company was later revealed to have underpaid up to 52,000 workers by $80 million. For other people with the name, see, Premier of New South Wales (2021present). being a conservative Catholic associated with the Opus Dei . He has experience in running economic experiments along these lines. Please try again later. So, who exactly is Dominic Perrottet? The Hon. "I know this is a time of challenge for our state but I have complete hope and optimism that NSW is in a very good place," he said. [5][21][22], Following a redistribution of electoral boundaries, Perrottet traded seats with fellow Liberal Ray Williams for the 2015 state election. They said the schools were also more ethnically diverse than people would think, noting a number of Filipino and Middle Eastern families choose the schools, very few with Opus Dei connections. Mr Vella said the study centres, which include separate sites for men and women at Pennant Hills, had a closer relationship with Opus Dei than the schools, with members living on-site. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet once credited his school, Redfield College, with shaping his future path. No equal rights for women. If a person doesnt like that, thats fine, no ones sitting in judgment. 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Perrottet handed Castle Hill to Williams to run in Williams' equally safe seat of Hawkesbury. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Echo is made possible by the support of all of our advertisers. Victor Martinez, with the consent of Most. [71] Perrottet is a conservative Catholic; he voted against decriminalising abortion in 2019 and voluntary euthanasia legislation in 2021. Opus Dei provide a chaplain, who is a priest of Opus Dei who provides chaplaincy services [to the school], and thats where the relationship ends, said Richard Vella, the spokesperson for Opus Dei in Australia. Former students who attended Redfield and Tangara throughout the 2000s and 2010s and who spoke to the Herald said the portion of their peers with some sort of connection to Opus Dei ranged between a quarter and half of the school population, but they were not the majority. Perrottet is a Catholic. Porn pusher Pete "plotted pollie putsch" . Opus Dei is affiliated with the Catholic Church but its schools are independent and not part of the Catholic education system. [33], Perrottet's record as NSW Treasurer was marred by allegations that his department mismanaged the state's workers compensation scheme, icare. Minister for Western Sydney Stuart Ayres will becomedeputy Liberal leader andEnvironment Minister Matt Kean will become Treasurer. He stated opposition to "more social engineering, more welfare handouts more government spending and intervention in our lives". A dusty corner on the internet where you can chew the fat about Australia and According to Opus Dei whistleblower and former priest, Vladimir Felzmann, Escriva remarked that Hitler had been badly treated by the world and he further declared that Hitler couldnt have been such a bad person. . [24], After the resignation of Baird as Premier,[25] the main factions of the NSW Liberals agreed to support his deputy, Gladys Berejiklian, as his successor, with Perrottet as her deputy. He is a married father of six children and is well-known to be a staunchly religious Catholic. Having struck a deal with party powerbrokers, he was elected leader by the Liberal party room when it met on 5 October, and was sworn in as premier later that day. As a boy, he attended Catholic school Redfield College which has a Opus Dei priest as it's chaplain but Mr Perrottet is not a member of the order. Do We Get the Day Off and Other Burning Questions About King Charles Coronation, Answered, The Latest Inflation Rate Figures Are in and They Are, Once Again, Bad. Perottet beat out the Planning Minister Rob Stokes in a party ballot of 39 votes to 5. As a child he attended the Catholic school Redfield College in Dural, where the school's chaplain was an Opus Dei priest. To the general public it is somewhat shadowy, and to . Opus Dei is recognised as partof the Catholic Church, and has historically been accused ofsecrecy, elitism and misogyny. . They will be appointed by the Vicar for a term of five years, . During the northern beaches lockdown at the end of 2020, he suggested that the state's Chief Health Officer, Kerry Chant, take a pay cut if Sydney or its suburbs were unnecessarily locked down. [57] Soon after, the resignation letter of the then-NSW Building Commissioner was released, blaming relations with Petinos for his decision. Does Adrian have a crack at them? [23] Perrottet was elected with 68 per cent of the two-party preferred vote. Opus Dei began in Australia in May 1963 at the invitation of the late Cardinal Gilroy. 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"I never experienced anything like that," Mr Perrottet told Sky News on Wednesday. A man with a big family and strong ideals around freedom meet Dominic Perrottet, the man who is set to take NSW's top job at a critical time. The committee's chairman said "icare's decision and ambitious approach to implementing a new claims management model has also played a role, to the detriment of injured workers and the public". "If you support stronger borders, you are not a racist. King Charles Is a Slept-On Climate Activist, But Could He Actually Make a Difference? Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has brushed aside Tania Plibersek's suggestion she would have become Labor leader in 2019 had she nominated for the role. "That recovery package is in its final throes and it's pretty much finished. However, Perrottet has backtracked on this stance, saying instead that he meant to highlight the fact that certain communities would be shifting their allegiances away from the Liberal Party and toward further right-wing parties if they werent careful. The chaplains involvement at school includes leading mass, confession or offering students spiritual guidance. It is impossible, however, to describe his response or that of NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet as responsible, measured, or evidence-based. Yet the fact that Opus Dei seized control of the NSW Liberal Party's youth wing in 2004 just one year before Perrottet became its president has led many to believe the link can't be denied. You cannot do good without striving to be good.". Uh however he is Catholic [52] This was seen as a hypocritical move by some, as in 2018 he lashed out at the same proposal by then-Opposition Leader Luke Foley, branding the proposal as 'virtue signaling. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. [10] He is the third oldest of 12 children. Can the dogs of Chernobyl teach us new tricks when it comes to our own survival? To ensure the speediest handling of messages, please select the correct address. "We live in the most tolerant country almost anywhere in the world and we respect people who practice faith, who don't practice faith," he said. Energy Minister Anthony Roberts has emerged as the new leader of the hard Right, replacing the Opus Dei-linked upper house MP David Clarke. The NSW state election is not for another 18 months, but politicians are always looking ahead and in NSW, they will be keen to steady the ship. In a 2016 post on his official Facebook account, Mr Perrottet praised Donald Trump's election as US President, describing it as "a victory for people who have been taken for granted by the elites". [10], Perrottet was the President of the NSW Young Liberals Movement in 2005 and served on the NSW State Executive of the Liberal Party from 2008 to 2011. Keeping the community together and the community voice loud and clear is what The Echo is about. Bugga! According to MySchool data, just under a third of students come from a non-English speaking background. Last year he spoke about how his devout Catholic beliefs havehad a fundamental influence on his work in politics. Vince my cat would not find your assessment of the matter particularly edifying Vincent. People who still subscribe to *any* imaginary god need to find a brain. View policy.We respect your privacy; unsubscribe at any time. IVE Group is run by former NSW Liberal party president Geoff Selig. Death penalty for leaving the faith. He was an outstanding school captain and I have been delighted to see what a capable leader he is in society.. Two words showed something was wrong with the system, After centuries of Murdaugh rule in the Deep South, the family's power ends with a life sentence for murder, With Prince Andrew's sweetheart mansion rental ending, King Charles offers compromise that shocks his son. As a child he attended theRoman Catholic school Redfield College in Dural. Paul Collins, the church historian and former priest, is a Catholic of the liberal theology kind and not a theological conservative. For example: The NSW premier is a former school captain of all-boys Redfield College, which along with sister school Tangara School for Girls, featured in a Four Corners program this week. Perrottet's school, attended two decades ago, was also highlighted, that ABC 'explainer' and other news sites initially claiming it was run by Opus Dei. It certainly wont have increased when the 2021 census figures are released. Please click below to contact my office. Tony Abbott and Alan Jones among figures hosting events. Last year, Mr Perrottet was widely criticised for his handling of the $38 billion state-run insurance scheme icare, which is supposed to look after millions of workers when they get sick or injured on the job. The PARED founders, some of whom were Opus Dei members, started the schools based on their belief that parents should have greater responsibility over their childrens education; a key Catholic teaching. [17][18] At the 2011 state election, Perrottet was elected with a swing of 12.2 per cent, and won 80.8 per cent of the vote on a two-party-preferred basis. Dominic Perrottet's five-man "Catholic Cabinet" rushed through a deal to deliver control of Sydney's cemeteries, ergo $5bn in capital, to the Catholic Church, in defiance of independent expert advice. A NSW parliamentary inquiry into the scandal-plagued organisation was last year told the wife of former icare chief executive John Nagle was paid $800,000 over three years after being awarded a contract without a tender.