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Community Mediation Centre

Community Mediation Stories

Read stories and updates on community mediation and dispute resolution.

13 articles

28 May 2026

WHERE THERE’S SMOKE, THERE’S FIRE

A dispute over cigarette smoke escalates due to poor communication, but mediation builds empathy, leading to compromise, mutual understanding, and a better neighbourly relationship.

Neighbour Disputes

28 May 2026

FROM FURY TO FRIENDSHIP

A concise summary of the main points regarding this article.

Neighbour Disputes

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A LITTLE PRAISE GOES A LONG WAY

Raju and Eric’s club dispute over admitting foreigners is eased by mediation, praise, and common ground, leading to compromise and an amicable settlement.

Friend/Co-worker Disputes

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FATHER AND SON – UPGRADED VERSION!

A concise summary of the main points regarding this article.A father-son assault dispute turns into reconciliation through mediation, with each gaining perspective, leading to apology, forgiveness, and a chance for personal change.

Family Disputes

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HELP! YOUR SINGING IS GIVING ME A HEADACHE

A noisy-neighbour dispute is resolved when empathy and patience reveal one party’s psychological condition, leading the other to compromise and preserve dignity.

Family Disputes

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I .O.U. , BUT NOT THAT MUCH

A long-time loan dispute between friends over the amount owed is resolved through mediation, leading to a compromise repayment plan and closure.

Friend/Co-worker Disputes

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LOVE ME, LOVE MY LOVER

Jerlyn’s romance strains family ties due to distrust and jealousy, but mediation fosters understanding, improves communication, and leads to mutual respect and reconciliation.

Family Disputes

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SOMETIMES, YOU CAN HELP MORE BY STAYING OUT

A neighbour dispute over religious rituals and noise is resolved when mediators curb overly aggressive supporters, allowing the parties to reach a mutual compromise.

Neighbour Disputes

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STAYING OR NOT, YOU ARE PAYING!

A rental dispute escalates over defects and conflict, but mediation encourages compromise, leading to a fair, win-win resolution through mutual understanding and flexibility.

Landlord-Tenant/Co-Tenant Disputes

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STOPPING THE NOISE BY NOT KEEPING QUIET

Randolph’s frustration over noise turns to empathy after learning his neighbour’s hardship. Through mediation and open dialogue, they resolve the issue and build mutual respect.

Neighbour Disputes