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Australian Woman Bridget Grocke Turns 111

Bridget Grocke, a resident of Perth, Western Australia, is celebrating her 111th birthday today, according to PerthNow.

Grocke was born in Leederville, Western Australia, on 18 November 1914. Bridget spent her early childhood in Kalgoorlie, later relocating across Western Australia as her family followed her father’s work as an engine driver.

She was the second eldest of seven children, she displayed remarkable independence at the age of 18 when she moved to Perth on her own. In Perth, Grocke began her career at David Jones, which was then known as Aherns. Her keen sense of fashion and ability to build rapport with customers quickly made her a valued and respected member of the team.

In 1942, she married Jim Grocke at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Subiaco, and together they raised a family of four children. She attributed her long life to her loving family.

Happy 111th Birthday!