Do I really have to talk to my neighbour over the fence?
Residents in Castlemaine, VIC are encouraged to initiate casual conversations with their neighbors over backyard fences. A local inquiry humorously compares such interactions to the dating show 'Love is Blind,' suggesting it may foster community connections. Engaging through simple greetings could ease mutual solitude and promote friendly exchanges among neighbors.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 19:30 UTC
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