Seventy years on, the 'town that moved' isn't going anywhere
The north-east Victorian town of Tallangatta commemorated its 70th anniversary on June 29, 2026, marking the relocation of over 100 homes to escape flood risks from the Hume Dam. Former resident Mary Grant reflected on the skepticism about the town's survival but affirmed its resilience. Tallangatta remains a thriving community seven decades after.
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Published 25 Jun 2026, 19:31 UTC · Updated 25 Jun 2026, 19:40 UTC
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