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Australia. The next most common countries of birth were England 6.6% and New Zealand 1.9%. 83.8% of people spoke only English at home. Other languages spoken at home included Greek at 2.2%. The most common
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One of the notable characteristics of the Black Rock shoreline is Red Bluff. The bluff's name comes from the oxidised iron in the cliffs which gives off a burnt orange colour. Either side of Red Bluff are many popular beaches and seaside destinations, including
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Balcombe Road. A popular starting point for cycle rides along Beach Road including the (in)famous
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855:21 October
793:27 January
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681:References
458:breakwater
442:Population
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182:Location
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