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A memorial garden in Dubbo, sacred to grieving hearts and home to thousands of planted memories, was brutally targeted by thieves who stole nearly $2,000 worth of plants — including cherished lilly pilly hedges and magnolia trees. For the National Association for Loss and Grief, this isn’t just a loss of property — it’s a wound to the community’s emotional core. Founded in 1977, the charity offers free support to those navigating grief, and this garden, built through local generosity, stands as a living tribute to loved ones lost. Personal stories like Lorraine Holland’s — who lost multiple family members in quick succession — underscore the garden’s irreplaceable meaning. Though police have been notified and the community is rallying with offers to replant, hope for the stolen plants’ return is fading. Yet, amid the sorrow, the outpouring of kindness proves that compassion still thrives — ready to rebuild, one flower at a time.

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