The Mater logo story

In 2007 the Mater Marketing Department launched a new logo. This is its story.

The Mater Cross symbolises our unique heritage, the commitment of the Sisters of Mercy and the desire to follow the example of Christ the healer. Emphasising our Irish origin, the Mater Cross is derived from the Celtic Cross which is featured on the crest of the Order of Mercy. The Latin inscription Pro Deo et Humanitate on the scroll of the cross reminds us that everything we do, we do “For God and Humanity”.

The upward curling line denotes our vision for the future; a positive onward and upward trend to improve the quality of health care and to meet unmet needs.

The word “Mater” identifies the organisation and engenders the values it has come to represent within the medical and general communities. Mater is the shortened version of “Mater Misericordiae” which literally translated means Mother of Mercy. Today, we take this to mean building a community of compassion.

Rooted in ochre, the position of the cross highlights Mater’s foundation in Brisbane and the organisation’s respectful links with the traditional keepers of the land.

Underpinning the story through the Mater logo is a statement of aspiration and intent. “Exceptional People. Exceptional Care.” acknowledges the commitment of our founders to build an organisation on a values-driven culture which attracts quality people to conduct outstanding work for the benefit of the community.