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Merimbula Students' Music Journey with Docker River Band
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In Merimbula, a high school student named Peter Longbottom embarked on his first week of music production, transforming his home into a studio. Alongside fellow participant Nevaeh Cunningham, they wrote lyrics and gained practical skills, inspired by mentors from the Docker River Band. Grow the Music initiative fostered confidence and connection through music, highlighting the power of this universal language.
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