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Plans to ban gangs from party precinct

Blind spot: A section of Heygarth St, between High and Hare Sts, is one of the major areas of concern. It is a regular “hang out” for the youth groups who are responsible for late-night attacks on revellers.
Streets unsafe at night: Groups of anti-social youths who congregate at the southern end of High St and the northern end of Hare St, including a particularly notorious section of Heygarth St, are attracted to major events and busy weekends in Echuca. Photo by Luke Hemer

A plan to ban groups of youths from Echuca’s party precinct is being developed by venue operators, police and the Echuca-Moama Safety Committee.

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