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Illegal fireworks cause lifelong scars for Queensland mother

Lisa Vanderweyde was celebrating with her family on North Stradbroke Island when a group ignited fireworks illegally, and one shot into her leg just missing her main artery. Photo: SUPPLIED

Lisa Vanderweyde still gets emotional every time she talks about the horrific incident that left her scarred for life on […]

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