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    Our content is a labour of love, crafted by dedicated volunteers who are passionate about the west. We encourage submissions from our community, particularly stories about your own experiences, family history, local issues, your suburb, community events, local history, human interest stories, food, the arts, and environmental matters. Below are articles created by community contributors. You can find their names in the bylines.
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    DEEP WEST: Houdini defies gravity in Diggers Rest

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    In the unassuming town of Diggers Rest, an intriguing piece of history is etched into the landscape. It was here, over a century ago on March 18, 1910, that the legendary Harry Houdini made aviation history. The world-renowned escapologist and magician achieved the first controlled, powered aircraft flight in Australia, soaring briefly but momentously over the fields. 
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    Wyndham Women’s recipe of the month

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    I am Kwai Lau, known by most people as Bobo. I am a Hong Kong Chinese. It has been 17 years since I immigrated to Australia from Hong Kong with my husband and two sons. We have lived in Wyndham ever since. We enjoy the vibrant community and friendly neighbourhood.
    E-Gen

    The constant buzz of our world

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    Conversation pierced through her ears, yet she remained adamant to focus on the familiar clicking of her computer. There was a family gathering in the adjacent room, and everyone was laughing and sitting around— everyone except one. 
    E-Gen

    mother, for you

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    A personal poem about missing one's mother
    Recipes

    Roasted tomato linguine with fresh mozzarella 

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    If, like me, you’re trying to deny the fact winter is once again on us, then this is for you. Pour yourself a lemon soda (or better yet, a limoncello spritz), close your eyes and let’s pretend we’re in Italy. This pasta is low maintenance if you’re time-poor and is a good way to use up the last of the tomatoes. 
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