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Mona Castle Hotel

Mona Castle Hotel in Seddon.
Mona Castle Hotel in Seddon. Supplied

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The great Aussie dream lives on at the Mona. This beloved working-class watering hole had a recent overhaul but lost none of its geniality. Dim sims with chilli jam are a highlight, as is the raucous front bar. On Sundays westside families flock to the beer garden for a roast or huddle around the open fireplace with a bottle of red.

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