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Stories from former residents and staff – a video made by Eileen Wright

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Suzanne-Cooper and residents

Suzanne Cooper, one of the first welfare officers. She spoke some Spanish but worked mainly with the East Timorese refugees.
Enteprise Hostel 1971

Copyright Herald/Sun newspapers. The old style hostel consisting of rows of Nissan huts.
Buddhist Temple

Bright Moon Temple
Bosnian Mosque

Bosnian Mosque
Childrens' lunch bags

Vegemite or cheese sandwiches were strange tastes for many people and it was difficult to ask for something different if you didn't speak english.

Enterprise Hostel: The Migrant Hostel in Springvale