received its solemn dedication by the Apostolic Delegate, Archbishop Cattaneo. In 2007 the cathedral was seriously damaged by hail storms in the region. An appeal to restore the cathedral commenced in 2007, with initial plans to construct the spire initially designed by Wardell. However, when commissioning the works in 2009, the main focus of the project was on roof slates, stained glass windows, and lead downpipes; with completion of the stone steeple ruled out. Other information The Catholic Education Office which is responsible for 46 co-educational schools in the Diocese, is located in Lismore. The Aboriginal Catholic Ministry is located in Macksville. The Diocese also offers a number of health and aged care services ranging from child care to nursing homes to natural family planning services. The Diocese also has a community of Marist Brothers, another of Presentation Sisters and a convent of Carmelite Nuns. See also Roman Catholicism in Australia References External links Catholic Diocese of Lismore Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Lismore Lismore, Roman Catholic Diocese of Lismore Lismore Lismore