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A SMALL town's community hub has been damaged by a suspicious fire which tore through late at night.
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Detectives are appealing for information as they investigate the blaze, which broke out at the Walcha Community Hub on Fitzroy Street on Tuesday night.
Emergency services rushed to the scene about 10.30pm and found flames leaping from the building.
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An Oxley police spokesperson told the Leader the building was significantly damaged but was not destroyed in the fire.
"Subsequent inquiries led police to believe the fire may be suspicious and as a result, police are appealing for assistance from the Walcha community for information," the spokesperson said.
The spokesperson said the community hub was an important structure for locals and police would continue to probe what happened to get answers for the people of Walcha.
Anyone who was in the area at the time and noticed anything suspicious, or who may have dashcam footage or CCTV, has been urged to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact Oxley police on 6768 2999 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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