New arrival celebrates 100 years

A new arrival at a Umina aged care centre has celebrated his 100th birthday.

Mr George Jackson arrived at Peninsula Village earlier this month, according to chief executive Mr Shane Neaves.

"George was born in Fairfield and was raised alongside five step sisters as well as two siblings, Herman Andrew and Joyce Adelaide," Mr Neaves said.

"He worked at Metters making stove parts during the war (sheet metal work was a protected industry at the time) before taking up a position as a travelling salesman and enjoying his time on the road.

"George has a great interest in cricket as he played first grade cricket as a young man and captained both fourth grade and second grade teams to victory in their respective premierships.

"While never marrying, he enjoyed a long-term relationship with Rae Cameron who shared his love of ballroom dancing."

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Media release, 17 Nov 2019

Shane Neaves, Peninsula Villages