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Controversial mosque gets green light in Melbourne

A council in Melbourne's outer east has approved a controversial application for the construction of a mosque, in suburban Doveton.

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By Luke Waters

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UPDATE: A council in Melbourne's outer east has tonight approved a controversial application for the construction of a mosque, in suburban Doveton.

But opponents haven't given up the fight, and plan to appeal.

The issue has divided the local community which fears extremism and violence could follow.

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