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Western Sydney council bans same sex parenting books from libraries

Published 8 May 2024, 10:28 am
A children's book is at the centre of a bitter feud dividing a council in Western Sydney. The book, which explores same sex parenting, has been banned at local libraries over concerns it goes against certain cultural beliefs. But the move has sparked outrage with many saying it's an act of discrimination.
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