The St. Ignatius Catholic Debutante Ball was held on Friday, 2nd May, bringing together families, community members, and special guests to celebrate the formal introduction of six young women into the community.
The annual event, hosted by St. Ignatius Parish, welcomed the Honourable Paul Toole MP, Member for Bathurst, who attended with his wife Joanne. Deputy Mayor of Oberon, Katie Graham, was also present to support the occasion.
Each debutante was formally presented with her partner for the evening, marking a significant milestone in front of family, friends, and members of the parish. Father Diep Nguyen, Priest in Residence, offered his support and blessings to the debutantes and their families, highlighting the spiritual aspect of the event.
The evening was made possible thanks to the efforts of many. Organisers, volunteers, parish staff, and families worked together to ensure the night ran smoothly and was meaningful for everyone involved. Their commitment to the tradition and to the young women was clear throughout the evening.
The parish extends its sincere thanks to all who contributed to the success of the event, especially to the debutantes and their partners, and to special guests Paul Toole and Katie Graham for attending.
The Debutante Ball continues to be a valued tradition in the Oberon community, bringing people together in a spirit of support, celebration, and shared values.
