Image 1: Gladys Smart turned 100 early last month
Image 2: 105 family and friends gathered to help Gladys celebrate
Image 3: Gladys’ grandson Dean couldn’t attend but sent his well wishes from Antarctica
Mackay resident Gladys Smart turned 100 years old on November 6, 2022, celebrating her milestone at her daughter Beryl and son-in-law John Ahern’s home in Mackay alongside 105 family and friends.
Son Bob and his wife Jan and their family travelled from Bowen and many other family members travelled from as far as Melbourne, Brisbane, Yeppoon, Blackwater and Calliope.
Gladys’ grandson Dean also sent his special greetings from Casey Station, Antarctica, where he lives and works.
A wonderful afternoon was enjoyed by all featuring a puppet show, pinatas and lots of delicious food.
Gladys’ family has grown from her twins, Bob and Beryl, to now include 7 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 23 great, great grandchildren.
Gladys has received special congratulations from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Premier Annastasia Palaszczuk, Governor of Queensland Jeanette Young and Professor Graeme Nimmo, Governor General David Hurley and wife Linda, Member for Mackay Julieanne Gilbert, Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox and still awaits her letter from His Majesty King Charles.
Congratulations, Gladys!
