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September 11, 2026

'Black Wreath saved'

By ERWIN CHLANDA

We've done it! We've raised $1m and saved The Black Wreath! What a herculean effort and amazing community achievement!
That was the breathless announcement today by the fundraisers for Pirate's bid to save the Hot Metal Black Wreath, the heaven where you can dance up storm in Alice Springs.