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50 years after Cyclone Tracy — powerful memories of horror and hope

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Aftermath of Cyclone Tracy

This chapter recounts the devastating impact of Cyclone Tracy on Darwin, detailing the chaotic scenes and the emotional toll on survivors. It explores the community's resistance to reconstruction proposals and their efforts to influence urban planning post-disaster. Through vivid memories and discussions of trauma, the chapter emphasizes the lasting effects of such natural disasters on local identity and resilience.

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