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This year's Eid celebrations will be muted

Butcher Mubeen Riaz says the lockdown is a big blow to his business

Butcher Mubeen Riaz says the lockdown is a big blow to his business Source: SBS

Lockdowns in Australia's two biggest cities have ruined plans for Muslims marking one of the biggest festivals on their calendar.


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