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(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 5 Jun (:cell class=col2:)IAN ARNOTT WALKS REVISITED
WHROO (:cell class=col3:)M (:tableend:) Walk area: Rushworth State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 180km N
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

The walk will include a tour of what remains of the old gold-mining town and cemetery, the mines and the surrounding iron-bark forest. Some parts of this walk take on a desert like appearance.

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(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Thur 9 - Mon 13
June: Queens Birthday weekend (:cell class=col2:)ADVANCED NOTICE
PORT CAMPBELL & GREAT OCEAN WALK (:cell class=col3:)EM & M (:tableend:) Walk area: South Coast Distance/direction from Melbourne: 190kms SW of Melbourne
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 10 - 16 km per stage Overdue Walks Procedure: No

This is to complete the last 4 days of the Great Ocean Walk – from Aire River to Glenample. We will stay at the Port Campbell Youth Hostel for 4 nights. We will use our own cars for part shuttle, however will also use a professional shuttle service to minimise driving – there will be a cost of approx. $50 per person for this.
It is possible to only come for 3 nights and still do most of the walk so also let me know if this is your preferred option. Final bookings now being done so contact Carmel urgently.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Fri 4 - Tue 8 Nov:
Cup weekend (:cell class=col2:)TARA BULGA NATIONAL PARK BASE CAMP (:cell class=col3:)E to EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Tara Bulga National Park, Gippsland Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200 km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: Up to 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

Nestled in the Strzelecki Ranges, Tarra Bulga National Park is home to mountain ash, messmate, blackwood, beautiful fern gullies, ancient myrtle beeches and cool temperate rainforests. Rustic cabins at Fernholme, Tara Valley Tourist Park have been booked.

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Walk area: Lorne Distance/direction from Melbourne: 150km SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

This walk will include the Sheoak, Upper Kalimna and Lower Kalimna Falls and much more. All on track.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 1 May (:cell class=col2:)KOONUNG CREEK (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Metropolitan Distance/direction from Melbourne: 20 E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

A pleasant walk through parkland along the Koonung Creek Trail. All on paths. We will use public transport from Kew so bring your Seniors Pass or purchase a Sunday Met ticket in advance. Meet Kew Library car park 8.45am.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 8 May (:cell class=col2:)SKETCHERS WALK
East West Walk (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) ''Walk area: You Yangs Regional Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 60 SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 4.5 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No Bring paper and pencils to sketch features along the walk. This is ideal sketching country with open forest and large granite outcrops.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 8 May (:cell class=col2:)PYRETE RANGE (:cell class=col3:)H (:tableend:) Walk area: Lerderderg SP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 80 km NW
Max walkers 12 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

The area is to the east of the main Lerderderg SP. It is interesting geologically because river erosion has cut through lava to expose older underlying rock . Circuit walk in very rugged terrain. Lots of short, steep gravelly ascents and descents, which can be very slippery in winter. 2 off-track sections.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 7 -Sun 8 May (:cell class=col2:)PACK CARRY Alpine NP (:cell class=col3:)H (:tableend:) Walk area: Mount Speculation Distance/direction from Melbourne: 370 km NE
Max walkers 8 Walking distance: 30km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

The plan is to leave the cars at the Howitt Plains car park (a 370 km drive from Melbourne) and set out on the walk early on the Saturday morning. Our route will take us past the Vallejo Gantner Hut and Macalister Springs before heading west along a ridge at the top of Devil's Staircase. A highlight of the walk will be the Crosscut Saw, a narrow ridge that offers magnificent views in all directions. We will then steeply descend 200 metres into Horrible Gap before ascending Mt Speculation (for a great sunset/sunrise) where we will camp (weather permitting) or if necessary proceed to a more sheltered spot 500 metres further on. We will then retrace our route back to the cars the following day.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 11 May (:cell class=col2:)IVANHOE-DAREBIN AND SOME HISTORY (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Ivanhoe-Darebin Distance/direction from Melbourne: Suburban
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Area covered includes Rockbeare Park, Darebin Creek path, Wilson Reserve and the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital memorial garden. All on walking paths. Afternoon tea will be provided. Meet at Victoria Park at 8.45 a.m.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 15 May (:cell class=col2:)EASTERN VIEW (:cell class=col3:)EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Great Otway National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 135km SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

This walk starts and finishes at the Memorial Arch on the Great Ocean Road and includes Coalmine Track and Moggs Creek Track. There is a short circuit walk at lunch time for those who wish to add a few extra kilometres. Walk includes a stretch along the beach.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 18 May (:cell class=col2:)CLUB MEETING (:cell class=col3:)- (:tableend:) Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
Annual General Meeting

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 21 May (:cell class=col2:)ST. ANDREWS MARKET/ SMITHS GULLY (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Christmas Hills Distance/direction from Melbourne: 50km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Walk will commence at St. Andrews Market where we can spend an hour or so browsing and having morning tea before commencing with a short walk along the Heritage Trail to the old Queenstown Cemetery, then along rural roads and tracks to the northern end of One Tree Hill Reserve. About half the distance is steadily uphill. An alternative section of the return trip can be taken which will involve a steep uphill-downhill section. Note 8.45 a.m. start at Kew Library.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 22 May (:cell class=col2:)SPRING CREEK (:cell class=col3:)EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Brisbane Ranges Distance/direction from Melbourne: 75 km W
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

There is much variety in this walk on the northern edge of the Brisbane Ranges National Park. Mainly level but with one steep descent to the creek and then an even steeper climb on the opposite side of the valley. Walk through she-oaks and eucalypts, and grassy meadows where there are usually numerous kangaroos.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 28 May (:cell class=col2:)DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP:
EASTERN SHERBROOKE FOREST (:cell class=col3:)M (:tableend:) Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 7 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Follow Lyrebird walk and Neumann track before the steep descent of Paddy track and the even steeper climb up Welch track, then a gentle finishing climb on Coles Ridge road.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 29 May (:cell class=col2:)GEELONG BOLLARDS (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Geelong waterfront Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45 km E
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Walk along the Geelong waterfront from Rippleside Park, admiring the bollards (carved and painted to represent figures from history). Explore the botanical gardens at lunch, before retracing our steps.

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(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 2 Apr (:cell class=col2:)IAN ARNOTT WALKS REVISITED
BLACK SPUR (:cell class=col3:)M (:tableend:) Walk area: Narbethong Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 18 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

This walk will explore the mountain ash forest of the Great Dividing Range in the Black Spur area, descending to Narbethong for dinner. The return trip to the cars will be a night walk so bring a torch. Depart Kew 13:00 hours

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 3 Apr (:cell class=col2:)CAPE WOOLAMAI & CHURCHILL ISLAND (:cell class=col3:)EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Phillip Island Distance/direction from Melbourne: 135km SE
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

We plan to walk along the spectacular Woolamai Ocean Beach then on tracks in the Woolamai Fauna Reserve and up to the lighthouse at approx 110m above sea level. From here we see panoramic views of Phillip Island. The second part of the walk is around the historic Churchill Island.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 9 – Sun 10 Apr (:cell class=col2:)Nest Box Checking Weekend (:cell class=col3:)NA (:tableend:) Walk area: Lurg Hills, near Benalla Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200km N
Max walkers Walking distance: n/a Overdue Walks Procedure No

Part of the Regent Honeyeater Project. Work in small groups to check nest boxes for evidence of use by Sugar Gliders, Squirrel Gliders and Phascogales. Involves helping to carry extension ladders through bush/farmland, locating the nest boxes, climbing ladders to check the nest boxes (optional) & recording findings.
Travel arrangements: requires an early start (about 6am on Saturday morning) to arrive at Benalla by 9.15am. Food/water: BYO lunch etc Sat & Sun, BYO BBQ on Saturday night at Old Lurg School or dinner at pub. Accommodation options: free accommodation (matress only) at Benalla Scout Hall or camp outside the hall; otherwise as arranged by Joslin Guest. GPS useful. Car rack useful.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 10 Apr (:cell class=col2:)ANTIMONY MINE (:cell class=col3:)EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Lerderderg State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km NW
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

A new walk in the southern part of the Lerderderg State Park. Great views and interesting vegetation at the top of Mt Sugarloaf, and a chance to explore relics of an historic antimony mine site dating from 1872 to 1947. All on track. Some steep sections.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 13 Apr (:cell class=col2:)HOCHKINS RIDGE FLORA RESERVE
AND CROYDON HILLS (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Croydon/Croydon North Distance/direction from Melbourne: Outer Suburban
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 11 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve was created to preserve indigenous flora and fauna and includes box and stringybark, wattle, orchids and various members of the lily family. The walk continues through quiet streets in the Croydon Hills area to Yarrunga Reserve.
Some hilly sections. Meet at Victoria Park, Kew at 8.45 a.m.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 17 Apr (:cell class=col2:)FOUR BROTHERS ROCKS (:cell class=col3:)MH (:tableend:) Walk area: Bunyip State Park - Gembrook Distance/direction from Melbourne: 65km E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 17 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

A walk through the forest at Bunyip State Park. The main feature is the 4 Brothers rock outcrop which provides sweeping views of the park. Walk includes a steep climb and some off track.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 20 Apr (:cell class=col2:)CLUB MEETING (:cell class=col3:)- (:tableend:) Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Fri 22 - Tues 26 Apr
Easter + Anzac Day (:cell class=col2:)MOUNT BULLER BASE CAMP (:cell class=col3:) (:tableend:) Walk area: Alpine National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 237 km NE
Max walkers 35 Walking distance: Various Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

Four night stay at Mitre Lodge Mt Buller Village with beautiful views over the valley. Easter is 5 days long in 2011 because of Anzac Day holiday on the Tuesday. Plenty of short or longer day walks. Cost to book whole lodge is $250 per night – sleeps approx. 35 people in different room configurations. Final names required by February club meeting 16/2/11.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 24 Apr (:cell class=col2:)SCOTCHMAN’S CREEK (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Eastern Suburbs Distance/direction from Melbourne: 15 km east
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

From Darling Station on pathways along Gardiners Creek and Scotchman’s Creek to Glen Waverly Station. Return by train to Darling.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 30 Apr (:cell class=col2:)DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP
SILVAN TO OLINDA (:cell class=col3:)M (:tableend:) Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 8 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

From Silvan Reservoir, the walk will pass through the Dandenong Ranges National Park and finish at Olinda where we will stop for a well-earned cup of coffee. The walk will involve steep sections and an ascent of about 350m along tracks and foot pads through this lovely national park.

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(:div class=walkdesc:)February 2011 (:divend:) (:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 19 Feb (:cell class=col2:)FIRST AID COURSE (:cell class=col3:)- (:tableend:) Level I Outdoor Special first aid course will be presented by First Aid Management and Training Pty Ltd from 8.30 to 5.00 pm. If you would like to register for this course please contact Robyn by Friday, 11 February. The cost for this one day course is $80.00 for club members, and reimbursement through the club and Bushwalking Victoria is available on completion of the course. If you would like to do the Level II course, please Robyn know, as this is also possible.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 20 Feb (:cell class=col2:)SUMMER SUNRISE #4: COASTAL ARTIST TRAIL CONTINUED (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) ''Walk area: Coastal Bayside Distance/direction from Melbourne: Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No''
Meet on the foreshore at the end of Bay Road Sandringham (Melways 76G10) in time for a 6.45am start (note: the sun rises later in February!). Free parking on the street at the end of Bay Rd on Sundays. We follow the path around the bay to just past Ricketts Point, completing our views of the signboards showing paintings of famous artists, in the locations that inspired them. Return via the same route, stopping for a light breakfast on the way.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 20 Feb (:cell class=col2:)WESTBURN PARK TO MT DONNA BUANG (:cell class=col3:)H (:tableend:) ''Walk area: Yarra State Forest / Ranges National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 75km NE Max walkers Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes''
This will be a hard walk due to an ascent or decent (depending on direction of travel) of over 1000m. Walk combines the dry forests of Mt Little Joe with the wet rain forests of Mt Donna Buang. Mt Donna Buang offers panoramic views over Melbourne, the Yarra Valley, Dandenong and Cathedral Ranges, Mount Baw Baw and the Alps. Car Shuffle required.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 27 Feb (:cell class=col2:)MARIBYRNONG RIVER BOAT TRIP (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Suburban Distance/direction from Melbourne:120km NW Max walkers
Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No

Public transport to Footscray station. We shall then take the Blackbird for a trip on the Maribyrnong River with some walking along the adjacent paths (all flat). Trainers will be suitable footwear: all on paths. Fare payable on boat, but usual free Met trip for Seniors. Others need a lower price Sunday ticket in advance.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 27 Feb (:cell class=col2:)BLOWHOLE - BALD HILL (:cell class=col3:) (:tableend:) Walk area: Daylesford Distance/direction from Melbourne: 120km NW Max walkers 15
Walking distance: 17 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes

This circuit walk includes hill country west of Daylesford and passes two mineral springs. The latter part of the route is through areas that appear little used by walkers.

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(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 6 Mar (:cell class=col2:)SUMMER CHALLENGE (:cell class=col3:)H (:tableend:) Walk area: Baw Baw Distance/direction from Melbourne: 170km E Max walkers 8
Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes

This walk will be IN a river in the Baw Baw area. Current plans are for the West Branch of Tyres River, rising East of Rawson, crossing the South Face Road and rising on the slopes of Mt Baw Baw. We will spend the day walking in and out of the water (mostly in). Wear sturdy footwear and have a waterproofed pack (ie pack all gear inside a plastic bag inside rucksack). The challenge includes walking in water, over rocks and navigation. There might even be the odd waterfall to negotiate. Meeting time 6.45am.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 6 Mar (:cell class=col2:)CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY (:cell class=col3:)- (:tableend:) Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 40 km E
Max walkers: - Walking distance: - Overdue Walks Procedure No

Part A
In conjunction with Parks Victoria Help to clean up a popular training area for bushwalkers at the Ferntree Gully National Park. Lots of small tracks to cover. Those of you who are feeling energetic can scour the 1000 Steps circuit. 12.00 pm Barbeque lunch. Bring study boots, gardening gloves, comfortable clothing and jacket, sun-hat, water bottle and snacks and lunch to share. Please note that if it is a total Fire Ban the activity will be cancelled.
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Visit to Woolrich lookout and the world-famous Cloudehill Gardens at Olinda $5. Join us for afternoon tea in the very popular cafe with a delightful panorama at 3.30pm. To facilitate cafe bookings and logistics please telephone/email Marian by February 27th

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 9 Mar (:cell class=col2:)RIVER WALK & LA LA FALLS (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Warburton Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 10 km E Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes

A pleasant walk along the banks of the upper Yarra River, then along quiet roads and a moderately steep path to the La La falls Meet at Victoria Park Kew 8.45 am.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Mar: Labour Day
Sat 11 - Mon 13 (:cell class=col2:)BASE CAMP:HALLS GAP ECO LODGE (:cell class=col3:)EM -M (:tableend:) Walk area: Grampians National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 250 km W
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: Var Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes

The YHA lodge is booked for the Fri, Sat and Sun nights, or find your own alternative accommodation. Full day walks will be arranged for Saturday and Sunday, with a shorter walk on Monday morning. Probable walks (subject to conditions): Wonderland Loop. 10km M; Mt Rosea Loop 12km M; Chatauqua Peak Loop 6km EM There are many other short walks in the area that could be done individually by those who want something a little easier.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 13 Mar (:cell class=col2:)MAROONDAH AQUEDUCT TRAIL (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Eltham Distance/direction from Melbourne: 20km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

This is a newly completed bike / walking trail (cost quarter of a million dollars) in the leafy suburbs of the north east.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Wed 16 Mar (:cell class=col2:)CLUB MEETING (:cell class=col3:)- (:tableend:) Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
The meeting will be followed by a slide presentation by Joslin Guest: Seven days of adventure and beauty in Tasmania—from Lake Mackenzie to Cynthia Bay

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 19 Mar (:cell class=col2:)BIRDWATCHING (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Melbourne Botanic Gardens Distance/direction from Melbourne:
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: Overdue Walks Procedure No

Meet at gate F of the Melbourne Botanic Gardens (off Birdwood Ave, Melways 2L A1) at 8.30am. Please bring binoculars and a snack. We can possibly lunch at the café.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 20 Mar (:cell class=col2:)CURRAWONG FALLS (:cell class=col3:)EM (:tableend:) Walk area: Aireys Inlet – Otway Ranges Distance/direction from Melbourne: 112km SW
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

Noted for its outstanding botanical diversity, the forests and heathlands that hug the coast between Anglesea and Aireys Inlet are a bushwalker’s paradise. This walk passes through a variety of vegetation types, and visits the only waterfall near Aireys Inlet.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 20 Mar (:cell class=col2:)BIG PATS CREEK CIRCUIT (:cell class=col3:)MH (:tableend:) Walk area: Yarra Ranges State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 80km E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 19 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

Starting at Big Pat’s Creek Reserve we follow the “Walk into History Walking Track to Starlings Gap. Return via Smythe Creek Rd., Mississippi (fire) Track and Richards Tramway Walking Track.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sat 26 Mar (:cell class=col2:)DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP SHERBROOKE FALLS (:cell class=col3:)M (:tableend:) Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45 km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 7 km Overdue Walks Procedure No

Starting at the tavern on Monbulk Rd at the bottom of the hill, we go up via Ridge track and Wattle track to Sherbrooke picnic ground, then back down again via Hillclimb track. View the falls from both sides of Sherbrooke Creek. See mountain ash, tree ferns and perhaps a lyrebird.

(:table class=walkdesc:) (:cell class=col1:)Sun 27 Mar (:cell class=col2:)CORONET BAY TO CORINELLA (:cell class=col3:)E (:tableend:) Walk area: Westernport Bay Max walkers 20 Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100km S
Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes

A blend of rural grazing and farming land, along with serene seaside walking tracks, the Corinella Peninsula is the jewel of the Western Port region! This is an easy walk with some excellent views towards Phillip Island, French Island and the picturesque mangroves.

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