A Historic Moment As Australia’s Cardinal Set To Visit In 2026

The Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba will welcome His Eminence Mykola Cardinal Bychok CSsR,
Australia’s Cardinal and Bishop for Ukrainian Catholics in Australia and New Zealand, for his first ever visit to Toowoomba this March.

To mark this significant occasion, the Diocese will host two exclusive events featuring a live interview
with Cardinal Bychok conducted by Mr Michael Crutcher, respected journalist and former editor of
“The Courier-Mail”.

*Dinner with the Cardinal
Thursday 26 March 2026 | 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Cathedral Function Centre, 123 Neil St, Toowoomba
Tickets: $195 (three-course meal, beverage package)

* Breakfast with the Cardinal
Friday 27 March 2026 | 7:30am – 10:00am
Cathedral Function Centre, 123 Neil St, Toowoomba
Tickets: $45 (plated breakfast)

“I look forward to visiting Toowoomba, meeting the people of the Diocese, and learning about the restoration of St Patrick’s Cathedral. I’m eager to share my journey from Ukraine to Australia, reflect on the Church’s resilience, and explore how sacred spaces and art renew faith across generations,” said Cardinal Bychok of the upcoming visit.

“For our Catholic community, welcoming His Eminence is a significant occasion.” Said Bishop Ken Howell, Bishop of the Toowoomba Diocese. “I also hope people from across the region will join us, these events are an opportunity to hear a remarkable personal story and support the preservation of a cathedral that is part of our shared heritage.” Funds raised will support the restoration of St Patrick’s Cathedral’s historic leadlight windows. The
windows are a $2.5 million project forming part of a larger historic restoration of St Patrick’s in time
for the Diocese’s centenary celebrations in 2029.

Tickets are available now: www.twb.catholic.org.au/cathedral
Join us for these unforgettable events while helping to ensure St Patrick’s Cathedral continues to
inspire faith and preserve a historic building for generations to come.

Submitted by:
Ingrid McTaggart, Communications Officer
Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba
Ph: 07 4632 7993
Email: imctaggart@twb.catholic.org.au