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Double the celebration

A CENTURY of stories, wisdom, and resilience was honoured at Respect’s Cohuna Village last week as two residents celebrated milestone birthdays. Merlyn Rowe, 101, and Phyllis Luck, 106, were honoured with a morning tea and live music surrounded by friends, family, and staff. During the celebration, both were officially inducted into Respect’s 100 Club, recognising […]

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