Cath Eichmann

Cath Eichmann served as the principal of MacKillop College from 2020 to 2024, during which time she became embroiled in controversy for her handling of child sex allegations involving a youth ministry officer. Following claims that she shredded notes related to the allegations instead of addressing them, Eichmann was criticized for displaying what a judge termed 'institutional blindness.' Her actions, or lack thereof, sparked significant concerns regarding the safety and well-being of students under her care, leading to investigations by the Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools and calls for a review of the youth ministry program.