State loses oldest Australian at 111

Mrs Crosby, a resolute optimist with a razor sharp wit, died in Brisbane on December 30 after a brief illness.Admired not only by her devoted family but also by dignitaries, she lived through two world wars and 30 Australian prime ministerships, and maintained the secret to longevity was keeping active.

Daughter Robyne Bamberry said her mother was “unceasingly positive, well-mannered and never said a critical word about anyone”.“She had a great work ethic, and her…



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