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National
Tara Cosoleto

Flood-ravaged Melburnians have their say

Three months after a rising Maribyrnong River flooded Melbourne's inner west, residents will have their say on what went wrong.

Public submissions open on Tuesday to an independent flood inquiry looking at potential causes and contributors including the Flemington Racecourse levee.

The grounds of the Melbourne Cup track remained clear as the surrounding area flooded, thanks to the 2.5-metre wall built in 2007.

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