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Destruction of endangered native wildflowers sparks fears of extinction on Melbourne's doorstep amid population boom

Arborists working to remove tree branches accidentally crushed areas of endangered biodiversity at Truganina Cemetery.  (ABC News: Danielle Bonica)

From the dirt road, a patch of grassland next to Truganina Cemetery in Melbourne's outer west looks like a regular paddock. 

Knee-high grass rustles between old settler graves, the regional rail line and brand-new housing estates.

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