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Enterprise Hostel: The Migrant Hostel in Springvale

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

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Climbing frame popular

The climbing frames in the playground were always popular.
Wedding celebrations

Everyone celebrated at the wedding.
Kay Thomas arrival card

Government paid the passages of assisted migrants in the 1970's.
Kitchen Staff

Staff wore purple unifroms in the kitchen and changed into yellow uniforms when they were serving in the dining room.
Rose Garden

For many people the rose garden was a very warm welcoming sight when they first arrived.