Gresford News October 2022

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2022 Wrapped up!

Gresford Vacy Football Club has wrapped up Season 2022. It was an incredible season for the club, with six teams making the finals and three of those going on to make grand final appearances.

Read the full story on page 16

The Gresford News is a Gresford District Community Group project. Circulation 800 – Donations appreciated and most welcome. Thank you!

News of the communities of the Paterson and Allyn River Valleys

Tom Field was an integral part of the U12/01s campaign in 2022.

Gresford News Notices

Gresford & District Community Group Annual General Meeting

Wednesday 12 October at 6pm at the Gresford Bowling Club

AGOG – a Feast of Foreign Films

Fri 14 & Sat 15 Oct, James Theatre Dungog

Fri night: red carpet dress up – theme

Movie star bling thing – MC John Oh!Brien.

Sat night: supper behind the screen before the final film.

6 of the best foreign films. Argentina, Canada, Iran, France, Italy, Spain www.jamestheatre.com.au

Vacy Country Carnival

New date: Sun 27 Nov

A fun-filled day of dog racing, whip cracking, live bands, camel rides & more.

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Community Access Defibrilator

is located outside the East Gresford Police Station. Sudden Cardiac Arrest is one of the leading causes of death in Australia.

A defibrillator can make the difference between life and death and can save a life prior to the ambulance arriving.

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ATTENTION: Members do not forget the Annual Meeting on Thursday, 6th October 2022 Starting at 9.30 am. Anyone interested in joining our branch, even if it is only a look & see – do come along. You will all be most welcome.

The State photographic entries are due in October. Branch & members of the public are eligible to enter. There are two categories for seniors & one for juniors –under 18 years.

Senior Section A: In the Garden Section B: B&W Building/s

Junior Section: Window Further info: Ring Lyn 4938 9686

VALE: TWO FORMER GRESFORD CWA MEMBERS – DEIDRE LAWRENCE & VAL WATT

Deidre was originally a member of Lostock/ Mount Rivers Branch. She was Treasurer from 1961-65 & President from 1968 until its closure in 1971. Deidre transferred to the Gresford Branch & became Treasurer from 1987-93. Deidre sold raffle tickets at many branch functions. She later became the Branch Patron.

Val Watt was a member of the Gresford Branch from 1987-2002. She held many positions at our branch – Secretary 1988-

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93, President 1996-99, Handicraft Officer, Councillor & Delegate. She was also Vice President & Cultural Officer with the Hunter River Group. Val rejoined with the Dungog-Clarence Town Branch last November. She was a very active member of their Wednesday craft group.

AGED CARE ADVOCATE SERVICE

PUBLIC AFTERNOON Members of the public are cordially invited to attend on Saturday, 19th November 2022 at 2.30pm. Local resident, Jodeane Anderson will speak about her role in the Aged Care Advocate for Seniors Rights Service. Time will be given for a question & answer session. Leaflets will also be handed out to everyone attending.

BLACK WILLOW – WEED OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE Willows are among the worst weeds in Australia because of their invasiveness, potential for spread, as well as economic & environmental impacts. They have invaded thousands of kilometres of riverbanks & wetland areas in temperate Australia.

Unlike most other vegetation, willows spread their roots into the bed of

watercourses, slowing the flow of water & reducing aeration. They form thickets which divert water outside the mainstream or channel, causing flooding & erosion where the creek banks are vulnerable. The leaves create a flush of organic matter when they drop in autumn, reducing the water quality, oxygen availability & threatens aquatic plants & animals. This, together with the copious amount of water willows use, damages stream health.

It is illegal to sell or plant willows in Australia, except for the Weeping & Pussy Willows. Black willows are native to the eastern half of North America.

The timber is light & flexible. It was once used to make artificial limbs, furniture, boxes & pulpwood. Tea was originally made from the bark of the black willow. Later in the mid 19th Century the bark was boiled in water & was used as a tonic for fever & pain relief.

French classes & Book Club continue to be held at the CWA Hall at 12 Durham Road. Everyone most welcome.

Lyn Tunin

Whatever the job, get it done right and on time by your local bloke!

Your Local Rural Services Specialist. Competitive Rates!

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GRESFORD COMMUNITY GROUP AGM

Calling all members of the community who value the continued publication of the Gresford News and the development of the Gresford Community Park to attend the Group’s AGM, scheduled for Wednesday 12 October at 6pm at the Gresford Bowling Club.

2022 has been a productive year for the Group, despite the challenges posed by the continuing wet weather.

A start has been made on the construction of a junior soccer field to take some of the overflow games from the adjoining Sporting Complex. We hope to see this completed as soon as the weather allows.

A car park has been constructed at the front of the block which is also available to the Sporting Complex for extra parking at busy times.

Thanks to a Federal Government grant, a double BBQ has been constructed close to the boundary with the Sporting Complex for the use of all community members. The coming year should see the construction of a large gazebo adjacent to the BBQ for outdoor events.

Another Federal grant has been received

to fund a memorial planting to commemorate Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee.

Most of the selected lacebark trees have been planted. Signage will be erected soon and a celebratory event will be held on site in December.

The Group has also started a digital distribution of the Gresford News, in addition to the usual hard copy sent by post. All residents and any interested persons can receive a monthly link to the Gresford News via email at the beginning of each month. It is hoped this will be a welcome addition and lead to an increase in circulation of the News.

The coming year will see a focus on the further development of the Community Park. Willing hands and volunteers to fill the vital committee roles are required. Anyone interested in helping with the arboretum can turn up on a Friday afternoon at about 3pm. A short working bee is followed by a communal drink in the shade of the trees.

We also hope to develop a walk through the arboretum focussing on the history of the Gresford district. All those interested and willing to assist are welcome.

We hope to see as many as possible at the AGM to give us the strongest possible team going into next year. Everyone is invited to join us for a meal following the AGM.

We are fully stocked up with Husqvarna stock, produce, farming supplies, animal products, Swap & Go gas and many other goodies

Lisa Connors and Peter Dreyer at the new BBQ

Ron Andrews, Barbara Burnett, Dave Hyde,

The Special Rainforest at Gresford Public School

Parents, relatives, staff and students at the Gresford Primary School, know all about their special rainforest, but there may be some in the community to whom it would be a surprise to find this little bit of paradise at the bottom of the schoolyard.

Originally just a group of trees, in 2019 with funding from the NSW Teachers’ Federation, a decision was made to create a rainforest around them. The focus is on native plants, particularly local ones and particularly “bush tucker” ones. Narrow winding paths traverse the forest, and as you walk you come upon a small pond (complete with small water fountain), the nest of the resident bower bird, two native bee hives, an interesting fossil rock, a picnic table and a meeting place, symbolic of the meeting of the 3 local Aboriginal tribes, the Worimi, the Wanaruah and the Gringi. Here, the students meet to sit in a circle on wooden bench seats to do a wide variety of lessons that are appropriate in such a setting including botany, reading and poetry.

With limited resources, the rainforest is tended and is being expanded by dedicated staff members, Keith Collier,

the school general assistant, and school learning support officer, Megan Edwards. Keith continues to seek out appropriate plants to expand both the area of the forest and the variety of plants within it. There are paperbark trees from which paper can be made. Students also love to make cordial from the lillypillies in season, by boiling up the berries, and then straining them through muslin.

Students are taught about gathering seed and have been successful in growing

more plants from the seeds they have gathered. They learn about the uses of the various plants, and which are edible.

At no time was the students’ dedication to their rainforest more evident than during the last drought when a shortage of water meant the school had to choose between watering the soccer field and watering the rainforest. There wasn’t enough water for both. Overwhelmingly, the students chose the rainforest and it has consequently survived and thrived.

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Food chat with Fiona...

Citrus season on its last hurrah and I am finding a moment to preserve lemons. This is so easy, and they are so tasty you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it before. They are super expensive if you can find them at a deli, so you’ll be patting yourself on the back once you make a stock.

In Morocco they use a thin skinned lemon and once ready, you peel the skin from the insides of the lemon and dice it to use. A classic dish is chicken with preserved lemons and olive Tajine.

A fabulous salad for summer is roasted cauliflower and quinoa or couscous with preserved lemon and French whole grain mustard in the dressing, lots of parsley, maybe finely diced celery or spring onions…

The classic Indian pickle, found on most restaurant tables is a lemon or lime pickle- you start with the preserved lemons and then go crazy with spices. The salty tang of this pickle helps digestion in hot, hot weather.

I have salted lemons, grapefruit, limes, cumquats and kaffir limes over the years- all make excellent pickles or just use the skin diced into a tajine, salad or

with fish. I plan to try out oranges one year just to see, if the marmalade bug can be kept at bay long enough.

Once you pickle your first batch of lemons, you will find many uses for the bright and tangy skins diced into salads and dressings.

Feel free to contact me for recipes. Happy preserving.

fiona@creative-arts-safaris.com

Wrap with love

Nine beautiful wraps knitted and crocheted by ladies from Gresford, Vacy, Paterson and elsewhere have been delivered to Wrap With Love a not for profit organization with no regular financial support. It relies on donations from the public. Founded in 1992 more than 414,000 wraps have provided people in Australia and around the world with love and warmth.

Robyn Thornton

DO YOU WANT MORE WORK LIFE BALANCE? ARE YOU SEMI RETIREED OR WANT VARIOUS FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS INCLUDING OPPORTUNITIES TO ONLY WORK IN THE SCHOOL TERMS…

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Linq Buslines is looking for bus drivers to join our Gresford Team.

Linq Buslines is looking for bus drivers to join our Gresford Team.

As a Linq Buslines member you will be operating our vehicles to transport passengers including school children on specified routes including school and charter services with the highest of safety and service.

As a Linq Buslines member you will be operating our vehicles to transport passengers including school children on specified routes including school and charter services with the highest of safety and service.

Minimum MR licence, NSW Driver Authority and Working with Children Clearance (or the ability to obtain)

Minimum MR licence, NSW Driver Authority and Working with Children Clearance (or the ability to obtain).

We are looking for people who have:

We are looking for people who have:

• Good communication skills

• Good communication skills

• Good driving history

• Good driving history

• Good customer services and dealing with people.

• Good customer services and dealing with people.

• Happy to work a flexible roster including broken shifts.

• Happy to work a flexible roster including broken shifts.

For further information or to apply please contact us on 0249 389 394 or email info@linqbuslines.com.au

For further information or to apply please contact us on 0249 389 394 or email info@linqbuslines.com.au

COST OF LIVING ASSISTANCE

The NSW Government has programs to help ease cost of living pressures.

Check for NSW Government rebates and vouchers with the Savings Finder: www.service.nsw.gov.au/campaign/savings-finder

Shop around for fuel before you fill up your tank with Fuel Check: www.fuelcheck.nsw.gov.au/app

Dave Layzell MP Member for Upper Hunter upperhunter@parliament.nsw.gov.au 02 6543 1065

Authorised by Dave Layzell MP, 20 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook NSW 2333

Funded using Parliamentary entitlements.

Landcare Meeting – September 2022

Robert Rein welcomed 25 of us to Tocal.

Tocal not only teaches the next generation of people working in the agricultural industry but also has commercial operations of beef, dairy, chickens & horses. Research is also undertaken in the beef industry – multi breed EBV’s and in the bee industry. The varroa mite destruction strategy has impacted Tocal but the research and education will continue.

We met at the back of the property where the tree cover and the pastures were a great backdrop to James Kater explaining carbon farming. A very complicated field explained clearly. It is essentially an agricultural enterprise taking CO2 out of the atmosphere and sequestering it in soil and plants. This will reduce greenhouse gases and global warming.

It is through the (Australian Carbon Credit Unit) ACCU that the farmer can make some money from a project, because large CO2 emitters will buy the ACCU’s to offset their emissions.

The ACCU has been established by the Clean Energy Regulator and the farmer works with an aggregator to establish the project and access the money. The project has to be new. The project

must have a life of 25 years or 100 years.

20HA is the minimum to make this worthwhile, but the land does not have to be contiguous.

Methods of Acquiring ACCU’s

1. Planting of trees provides the highest number of ACCU’s as they are the biggest sequester of carbon. Trees are to be native to the area and the planting is to achieve a permanent forest cover – 2 meters high with a 20% crown.

2. Managing Regrowth –improving growth of some trees.

3. Soils – the target is to raise the carbon percentage by 2% over 25 years.

a. Through multi species planting

b. Not ploughing

c. Rotational grazing

With daylight saving we return to our meetings on the second Monday of the month and our next meeting is at

Dave & Robyn Hyde’s – 1443 Gresford Rd; Vacy. 5.30 PM Monday 10th October.

James Bird asked me to come around to see the orchid his dad put in a kurrajong tree 60 years ago It’s stunning and he counted over 70 flower spikes. He says it’s the best flowering he can remember.

Penny Kater

James Bird with the family rock lily.

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By Ivan Skaines, Gresford District Historical Society and Co-Administrator of the Lost Paterson and Allyn Valleys Facebook Group

The Maitland Daily Mercury

Mon 30 Jan 1905, Page 2

Eccleston is becoming quite town like — brass band, private telephone from house to house, suspension bridge, manse, churches, public school, post office, cricket grounds, tennis courts,

agricultural show pavilions, etc. When Mr. Wayback and family go to town next time there will be very little to interest them, therefore they will be like the boy going through the cage after apples saying, 'We are going back.'

And a response to this blatant selfpromotion by the Eccleston correspondent of the Maitland Mercury – a front page take down in a section

Tractors

St Pauls, Eccleston early 1900s

labelled “Pointed Pars” in the Dungog Chronicle: Durham and Gloucester Advertiser

Fri 3 Feb 1905, Page 1

Eccleston is said to be possessed of a brass band, private telephone from house to house, suspension bridge, Manse, churches, public school, receiving post office, cricket ground, tennis court, agricultural show

pavilion, etc. So writes a correspondent to a Maitland paper –Let's see; where is Eccleston?

The Gresford Heritage Museum, Therese Doyle Hall, Park Street, East Gresford, is open 10am to 2pm on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month.

On the Shelves...

by Glenda Smith The Bat by Jo Nesbo

This is the first in the series of Harry Hole (Hooleh) novels and is a melange of travelogue, Dreamtime stories and thriller writing. Harry is an alcoholic detective with a devastating back-story, who has been called in to consult on the murder of a fellow Norwegian – a young woman. The novel is set in Australia – mostly Sydney – and Nesbo has a lot of fun taking Australia to his international audience, though Australians may find the didacticism somewhat overdone.

As well as an alcoholic, Harry is a maverick with a guilty conscience and some selfdestructive tendencies – but very clever. These attributes make him a stereotypical policeman in many ways – Dirty Harry meets Wallander – but there is enough exciting action to offset the clichés and some rather unlikely characters. Jo Nesbo seems to be in love with his own writing. Hopefully subsequent editors will have tightened the prose

All books reviewed are from the CWA library on a separate shelf in the library so they are easy to find plus the reviews are in a folder. Also have a look in the street library.

St Pauls, Eccleston early 1900s

HAVE A GO!

The Cricket Blasters program is a fun and fast program for kids of all abilities aged 5-10.

Government Activities Update

Lostock to Glennies Creek pipeline

An information morning was held on 20th September to apprise the stakeholders of the latest happenings regarding the pipeline. The forum was conducted by Paul Stacey, the acting project leader from Water Infrastructure NSW and in attendance were representatives from the Department of Planning and Environment and Hunter Water.

The meeting was held in a constructive tone with relevant comments being made by a number of participants.

Learn new skills and play Australia’s favourite sport

Held Friday nights for 10 weeks at Gresford Oval with BBQ and free sausage for registered kids – dinner done, Hozat!

Sign up at www.play.cricket.com.au and search for Gresford Vacy Colts Cricket Club

Use your active kids voucher for zero cost, girls play free* using code 8ABBCE0D and keep your voucher for other sports! Comp teams available too–2hrs only on Saturday mornings!

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One interesting development is the possibility that the pipeline will only go ahead if there is an offtake of water from the Paterson river to, eventually, urban centres. Last time we met consideration was being given to the offtake being situated at Gostwyck Bridge but there is now a possibility that this may be at Paterson bridge.

Stakeholders were assured by a Department representative that no adverse impact to irrigation on both the Regulated and Unregulated stretches of the Paterson river will arise whatever point for the offtake is chosen.

By Chris Wokes

A meeting was tentatively set for 2 months time and it was agreed that a wider circulation of stakeholders will be made. Consultation and transparency were considered key to a satisfactory outcome.

Martins Creek Quarry

The Independent Planning Commission has not yet received the results of the review by the Department but this is expected very soon – as it has been for some time.

The IPC then has 8 weeks to make a determination as to whether the expansion to the quarry will go ahead and under what conditions – or, hopefully in this correspondent’s opinion, the expansion will be dismissed.

It is possible the IPC will hold a meeting in Gresford and, in this event and if possible, all stakeholders will be notified.

Incidentally, this project and the offtake from the Paterson river mentioned above, are linked. The discharge from an expanded quarry will cause challenges for Hunter Water treating same to make it drinkable.

Gresford Vacy Football Club

Gresford Vacy Football Club has wrapped up Season 2022. It was an incredible season for the club, with six teams making the finals and three of those going on to make grand final appearances.

The 12/01s were the first to take to the field for the Scorps on grand final day and the players put in a valiant effort in their 0-1 loss to Bolwarra Lorn. The young Scorps showed plenty of heart and skill but just couldn't find the back of the net.

The 12/02s were next up, going down 0-3 to Rutherford. Despite the enthusiasm shown by the players in their first year of competitive football, they couldn't crack Rutherford's strong defensive backline.

Pearl Ropata was strong for the U12/01s in their grand final effort.

The club’s U16s side came from fourth spot to upset the undefeated minor premiers in the semi-final and book their place in the grand final against second-placed Kahibah. The two teams were locked 1-1 at half time and 2-2 at full time. After the first 10 minutes of extra time, still nothing could separate the sides. Just before the final whistle blew, though, Kahibah managed to nudge ahead to take out the 2022 premiership. “We are so proud of these teams,” club president Jim Doyle said. “There was so much support for these players on grand final day and not one of them let us down. “Their commitment to the game, their team and their club was just outstanding.”

The success of these teams, and every other team in the club, was celebrated at presentation events on September 17. The Mini-roos players, the future of the club, were presented with trophies to mark the achievements of the season and the junior Interdistrict teams received personalised boot bags. Under-16s players Jadon Hicks and Charlie Cant were also honoured for their 10-year commitment to the Scorpions. The seniors celebrated their season at the Beatty Hotel and there was plenty of applause for the outstanding achievements of players on and off the field.

“In many ways it was a difficult season for the club, with lots of wet weather interruptions and the disruptions caused by the building works at our home ground, but the fact we came through it with flying colours shows just what this club means to our community,” Doyle said. “With the new clubhouse almost complete, an enthusiastic committee, supportive sponsors and a dedicated groundsman, I have no doubt Season 2023 will see the Scorpions kicking even more goals.”

New Tourism Board to be appointed

The three-year term of the current board of Dungog Regional Tourism Inc (DRT) concludes at the 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM) in December. The constitution calls for a skillsbased board of seven directors to be appointed to grow tourism in the Dungog region.

DRT aims to provide leadership and coordination of initiatives, through a partnership between the Dungog Shire Council, the tourism industry, and the Dungog Chamber of Commerce to:

• Develop the Dungog Region as a Destination.

• Increase visitation to the Dungog Region

• Improve the Visitor experience

• Identify platforms and opportunities for individual businesses.

A selection committee will be appointed to select the directors to then be formally appointed by members at the AGM.

The Board must comprise, if possible, of members who are knowledgeable and passionate about tourism issues and challenges and who have one or more of the following skills: business, marketing, governance, finance and/or strategy. A demonstrated commitment to and interest in the Dungog Region is also essential.

The positions are voluntary and there will be at least 10 meetings per year as well as other commitments.

Further details about the organisation and regarding the application process are available from the current Chair of the Board, Cameron Archer 0427 202 948 6579aca@gmail.com

Applications close at cob on Friday 14 October 2022.

AN EVENING WITH JANE CARO

From the Walkley award winning journalist, social commentator and author comes a gripping domestic thriller with a moral dilemma at its core that may feel a little familiar to Dungog residents.

Jane will discuss her latest book, The Mother, at an event for Dungog Library and she’ll share just how Dungog became the inspiration and setting for this gripping novel. The event will be held at the James Theatre, Friday 28 October at 6pm. Download your FREE tickets through Eventbrite.

Thank you to our Library team for bringing this event to our Shire.

FOSTERTON BRIDGE CLOSURE

We are kicking off the next phase of our bridge replacement projects, made possible thanks to the NSW Government's Fixing Country Bridges program. While it is a big undertaking, the $19 million program of works will further strengthen river crossings throughout Dungog Shire and make our community safer and more connected.

From Monday 3 October, Fosterton Road will be closed in both directions for the construction of the new Fosterton

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HiCaps and eftpos facility is available so patients can claim direct from their healthfund and just pay the gap.

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Council Happenings

Bridge. Detours will be in place – via Stroud Hill Road.

Residents will still have access beyond these points and there will be signage directing a detour.

ARE YOU KEEN TO BE A DUNGOG SHIRE AMBASSADOR?

Dungog Shire Council’s Regional Tourism Board is calling for new board members. The three years are up for the current board and a new one needs to be appointed by a selection committee process. We have such a vibrant, united community here and we are keen to find passionate locals with visions to boost visitor numbers and share with everyone our rural character, welcoming community and the enviable lifestyle we enjoy.

Keep an eye out on the DRT website for information on how to apply.

DUNGOG SHIRE IN THE SPOTLIGHTNEW VISITOR GUIDE

Dungog Shire is the feature of a 24-page supplement within the latest glossy pages of Explore Barrington Coast tourism magazine.

The inaugural Visit Dungog Guide is titled the Southern Gateway to the

RICHARD WELLS UPHOLSTERY

Barrington Tops and makes famous our creative locals, unique heritage and culture not to mention the treasure trove of Dowling Street shops and boutiques, our producers, accommodation providers, sustainable farming community, café culture and the list goes on.

As always, the protagonist in our Shire’s story is the surrounding natural splendour- the walking trails, our riding adventures, the world heritage forests and National Park vantage points offering panoramic views.

This is the first Dungog Shire visitor guide in nearly two decades and helps us celebrate some of the unique and character-filled locals.

Thanks to the publishers Barrington Coast Publishing, Dungog Chamber of Commerce and Dungog Regional Tourism and to all who helped bring this project to fruition.

Grab your copy today from the Visitor Information Centre, there’s never been a better time to explore more of your own backyard and help spread the news about Dungog to those that have yet to discover our charming neck of the woods.

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Anglican Parish of Gresford Paterson

Weekly Services 10.30am Sundays at St Annes

COVID safe practices in place CONTACT

Fr Peter Rothnie 0438 413 007, email priest@gpanglican.com.au

Gresford News October Crossword

Gresford Congregational Church

30 Durham Rd Gresford Services Each Sunday 10.30am ALL WELCOME

Enquiries to Pastor Roy Waters Ph 02 4938 9348

Crossword kindly provided by Russel Jessop.

St Helen’s Catholic Parish of Gresford and Sacred Heart Summer Hill

Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Helen's church Sat. evening at 5:30 pm ( except 2nd Sat. of month).

Weekday Mass Thursdays at 9.30am Sunday Morning Mass at Summer Hill on the 2nd Sun. of each month at 11:30 am.

All enquiries to Fr. Derek Garner, Parish Priest, on 4992 1477.

September 2022 crossword answers

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