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Norma Tobias: Local legend turns 100

Norma Tobias: Local legend turns 100

NORMA Tobias celebrated her 100th birthday with family at the Royal Mail Hotel in Yea last Monday. With around 67 years of living in Yea, she is an essential part of the community, and has volunteered with many committees over the years. She is also a war veteran. Norma was born on March 16, 1926, […]

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