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    And Silently Falls the Snow: A father’s legacy becomes an Amazon bestseller

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    Len Broadway and his Wembley bakery

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    Explore the history of Broadway brothers and their bakery in the West, from family tales to baking traditions from 1900 to 1950.
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    Not in our backyard: defending diversity 

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    Consider the implications of an immigrant crackdown. Would we defend the diversity and multicultural identity that enriches the Wests.
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    Explore the challenges young people face in making a living in Australia amid job search frustrations and generational stereotypes.
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    AI is learning fast, but who gets to teach it?

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    Learn from Dr Ruwangi Fernando about the necessity of an equity focus for building AI systems that are fair and impactful.
    Arts

    Did you know that Melbourne’s west has its own symphony orchestra?

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    Join IWSO for a breathtaking performance called Mythic, showcasing contemporary Australian works on August 3.

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