Content Editor The Voluntary Assisted Dying Act came into effect in NSW on 28th November 2023. This of course involves ethical issues of grave significance for the Catholic Church which values life as a gift from God. Our Diocese of Broken Bay has published a document which outlines the ethical issues involved and the Church's doctrinal stance, explains the details and implications of the legislation, and sets forth the pastoral guidelines which are incumbent on the Church and its Ministers to follow. You can download the document BY CLICKING HERE.