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Gallery | Arthur’s big 100th

By Rechelle Zammit

Oct 23, 2024

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur Kerr with his best mate, Oscar. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Maculata Place in Shepparton held a very special celebration on Tuesday, October 15.

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Resident Arthur Kerr celebrated his 100th birthday, surrounded by plenty of friends, family and his beloved sidekick: his dog, Oscar.

News photographer Rechelle Zammitt was at the party to snap some photos of the big celebration.

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — The Maculata Men’s Shed members came together for their friend’s birthday. Pictured are (back) Peter Cornnick, Albert Kellock, Carl Davis, Geoff Thomas, Neville McArthur, Kevin Robins, (front) Robert Taylor and Arthur Kerr. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur Kerr celebrated with all the residents at Maculata Place. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur’s birthday cake. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur cuts the cake with his daughter Wendy Kerr. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Wendy Kerr shares a special hug with her dad, Arthur. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur had a great time at his celebration. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur cutting the cake. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Maculata worker Tonina Romeo presents Arthur a gift from everyone. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur with his gift. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Maculata staff members surround the birthday boy. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur celebrates with his daughter Wendy Kerr and his dog, Oscar. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Long-time friend Edna Stedman was there to celebrate Arthur’s birthday. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Edna Stedman wishes her friend a very happy birthday. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Jillian Rogers also spoke, wishing her friend a happy birthday. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Lifestyle officer at Maculata Place Shirley Nicker joined in on the speeches. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur Kerr shows off his celebratory message from Governor-General Samantha Mostyn and her husband, Simeon Beckett. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Arthur Kerr 100th Bday — Arthur Kerr’s daughter Wendy Kerr found this front page online; it details what was going on the year he was born. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

By Rechelle Zammit

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