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Marist brother founded
Marcellin Champagnat founded the Little brothers of Mary, which was later changed to the Marist brothers. -
Arrival of the first Marist Brothers in Australia
Four Marist Brothers arrived at the shores of Sydney form France and quickly began teaching at St Patrick's School and Church Hill. -
Expansion of Marist schools
The Marist Brothers started to expand throughout Australia going to places like NSW, Victoria and Queensland. These schools include St Joseph's College (1881), St Gregory's College (1926), ECT. -
Founding of St Joseph's College, Hunters Hill
St Joseph's College, Hunters Hill became a flagship Marist institution and set a high standard in catholic education. -
Changes after Vatican II
Vatican II led to modernization in catholic education, many Marist brother schools became co-ed or partnered with other catholic institutions. -
Establishment of Marist schools across Australia
During this time an abundance of schools were established in South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory. -
Establishment of Marist Schools Australia
A new governing body united all Marist brothers schools throughout Australia, ensuring the continuation of the Marist tradition. -
Acknowledgment of past child abuse cases
The Royal Commission revealed abuse cases in Marist Schools. The Marist Brothers acknowledged past failures and in turn implemented strict measures to protect students. -
Bicentenary of the Marist Brothers
Marist brother schools across Australia celebrated the 200 year milestone for the Marist brothers with various events, and emphasizing their ongoing mission to educate and support young people. -
Decline in Religious Vocations
The number of people attending Marist Brothers schools declined due to the fewer new recruits. -
Influence in Indigenous Education
The Indigenous communities and Marist brother worked together to help education for first nation students.