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2 September 2026

How Dolly Parton's literacy work affected Indigenous communities in Australia

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How Dolly Parton's literacy work affected Indigenous communities in Australia

In Australia, the queen of country music, Dolly Parton, is being remembered for her work in advancing children's literacy, particularly in Indigenous communities.

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