Father Shane Kelleher, Parish Priest of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic parish

Shane joined the Carmelites (Order of Discalced Brothers of Our Lady of Mount Carmel) in 1986.

Spent 10 years in Africa (Nigeria and Kenya). Ordained to the priesthood in 2011.

Installed as Parish Priest at OLMC in February 2012.

Apart from the general duties as Parish Priest, Shane is also chaplain to the Māori community with a mass on the first Sunday of each month in Te Reo Māori. Kia ora.

Sister Jill, Parish Pastoral Associate


The Parish Leadership Team (PLT) is responsible for leading the overall implementation of the Pastoral Plan and prioritising delivery.


The Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) is responsible for creating and shaping and monitoring the overall Parish Vision, Mission and Pastoral Plan.