Collaboration and Innovation at the ADF Payments Forum 

ADF Payments Forum

The third annual ADF Payments Forum recently brought together finance teams, business managers and school leaders from across the education sector for a valuable day of connection, insight and shared learning at The Sebel Brisbane.  The forum provided an opportunity for attendees to explore the evolving payments landscape, discuss emerging trends and challenges, and share practical experiences shaping the future of…

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Fuelling Customer Mission: Ambrose Treacy College, Indooroopilly

The Waterford Building at Ambrose Treacy College

With the support of ADF loan funding, Ambrose Treacy College has completed the Waterford Building as part of the College’s ongoing commitment to providing a nurturing and future-focused environment for students.  Opened at the beginning of the 2025 school year, the Waterford precinct now serves as a central space for senior students, offering enhanced facilities that…

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Get to Know the ADF: Shannon Sinclair

Shannon pictured at a desk, smiling

As an organisation dedicated to fuelling Catholic mission, we want to introduce you to the people who are behind the flexible solutions, strategic advice and specialised services, and who help to deliver a different set of dividends for those we serve.  Meet Shannon!  Shannon, Manager – Lending Services, has been with the ADF for an incredible 22 years. Shannon possesses deep experience…

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Fuelling Customer Mission: St Bernard’s Primary School, Upper Mt Gravatt

St Bernard's Prep Playground

In 2024, St Bernard’s Primary School in Upper Mount Gravatt celebrated 70 years since it first opened its doors, welcoming 120 students under the care of the Sisters of St Joseph. The school continues that legacy, providing a nurturing and high-quality education for its growing community.  With full funding support from the ADF, an extensive capital works project was completed in…

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Fuelling Customer Mission: Marist College, Ashgrove

With support from the ADF, Marist College in Ashgrove completed construction of the St Marcellin Centre in 2024, delivering a contemporary primary school building designed to enhance learning and teaching across the College.  Designed by Phorm Architecture + design and constructed by Stokes Wheeler, the St Marcellin Centre features 10 new classrooms, administration offices and a dedicated primary staff room. The…

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Get to Know the ADF: Claire Ferreira

Claire pictured at her desk smiling

As an organisation dedicated to fuelling Catholic mission, we want to introduce you to the people who are behind the flexible solutions, strategic advice and specialised services, and who help to deliver a different set of dividends for those we serve.  Meet Claire!  Claire joined the ADF in August 2022 as Finance Manager, bringing with her strong technical expertise and a…

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