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Daphne turns 100

Dec 28 2022 Updated January 9, 2023

Ken Smith

1 min read

Cutting the cake: Derek Whetton, Daphne McLeod, Mayor of Dubbo Mathew Dickerson and Joan McLeod

A birthday message from the Governor General and his wife Linda

Back, Joan McLeod and Judy Maloney, front, Derek Whetton and Daphne McLeod

Derek Whetton, Daphne McLeod and Joan McLeod

Mrs Daphne McLeod celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends at a gathering at RFBI Dubbo Masonic Village.

Her niece Joan McLeod spoke of Daphne’s long association with Dubbo, including her role as the foundation president of West Dubbo Bowling Club, and with her partner Ben Ison having two businesses in Talbragar Street, The Speedwell Bicycle Shop and Rubberworks.

Dubbo Photo News was also told that her favourite reply when asked how she is going is, “I’m alright for a young girl!”

Happy 100th birthday, Daphne.

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