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Alexandra Community Hub needs your support
NEIGHBOURHOOD Houses around Victoria are currently engaged in a campaign, seeking additional financial support from the Victorian Government. They are seeking an extra $11.7 million and say that unless this funding is received, 200 neighbourhood houses around Victoria are at risk of closure. Sue Sedelies, manager/coordinator at Alexandra Community Hub, explained that these 200 neighbourhood […]
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