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Citizens welcomed

AUSTRALIA’S newest citizens were welcomed at ceremonies in Robinvale and Swan Hill on Wednesday, concluding many long journeys to call Australia home. Wamba Wemba Elder Steph Charles opened the proceedings with a Welcome to Country, sharing the story of Werrin, the red tail black cockatoo, and asking all travellers to care for, honour and respect […]

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