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Severe storms create havoc and new dangers for firegrounds

Golf-ball sized hail transforms Parliament House in Canberra

Golf-ball sized hail transforms Parliament House in Canberra Source: AAP

Parts of south-east Australia have been buffeted by severe hail storms, causing widespread damage and minor injuries in Melbourne and Canberra.


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By Gareth Boreham

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Parts of south-east Australia have been buffeted by severe hail storms, causing widespread damage and minor injuries in Melbourne and Canberra.



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