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May 2018
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Sounds Like Australia Ep6: Kirra's big m...

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Finally! Kirra makes it to the bright lights of the Sydney Opera House where she returns the lost concert ticket and gets a very big musical surprise. Featuring all the music and characters from the story, children can cheer and clap along to the big musical concert finale! 
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