100 Years Young!

A century of life was celebrated in Mackay in December as Alan Jarman reached the incredible milestone of turning 100, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Alan officially turned 100 on December 9, 2025, and the milestone was celebrated with a large family gathering that brought generations together. He was joined by his five children, four sons-in-law, 13 of his 14 grandchildren and most of his 26 great-grandchildren, making for a joyful reunion filled with stories, laughter and shared memories.

Family travelled from far and wide to be part of the special occasion. Alan’s sister and her daughters made the trip from Sydney, while his brother and his daughters came from Brisbane. Other relatives travelled from Singapore, Brisbane and North Queensland, underscoring just how special the milestone was for the entire family.

The celebrations began with a happy family get-together on Friday night, followed by the main event on Saturday, with a lunch celebration held at the Surf Club. Surrounded by loved ones, Alan’s century milestone was marked in fitting style, and it was a heart-warming tribute to a life well lived.

Alan Jarman marked his 100th birthday in Mackay with a large family celebration in December. Photos supplied

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