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Launceston community rallies to save Colombian family from being forced to leave

Cesar Penuela came to Australia 13 years ago and settled in Launceston five years ago. (ABC News: Jessica Moran)

When Colombian Cesar Penuela met his wife Claudia Castillo in 2007, the couple dreamt of building a life in Australia – becoming residents, buying a home, and raising a family.

They came close to pursuing it, making the journey to Australia 13 years ago, and calling Launceston home for the past five.

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