Every year, MSSP priests in Melbourne mark the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, an occasion with deep significance for the Maltese community. This year, the celebration was held on 14 September at Star of the Sea Church in West Melbourne. The liturgy opened with the rosary led by Fr Edwin Agius MSSP, followed by Mass celebrated by Fr Frank Buhagiar, together with Fr Edwin, Fr Lorrie Borg and Deacon Rev David Pace MSSP.
Among those present were the Consul General of Malta, Dr Gioconda Schembri, the President of the Maltese Community Council of Victoria, Ms Antonia Camilleri, various clergy, religious sisters, and representatives of numerous Maltese organisations. After the Mass, the Maltese Own Band offered festive marches to the gathered community.