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St Joseph Primary School in Orbost celebrates 100 yearsSt Joseph's Primary School - Orbost celebrated its centennial year with displays, entertainment, souvenirs, market stalls, food vans, open classrooms and so much more. By news@gippsland - 27th March 2023 - Back to News Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester and 98-year-old Ella White, who was the oldest student to return for St Joseph's Primary School centenary celebrations. Mr Chester spoke at the official ceremony and thanked "The hundreds of teachers, support staff and parents who had given young people the chance to achieve their full potential with a good start to their education at St Joseph's." 
St Joseph's Primary School - Orbost has celebrated its centennial year on Saturday 25th March "What a lovely celebration for St Joseph's Primary School 100th anniversary in Orbost. I caught up with 98-year-old Ella White who attended the school as a child and went on to become a nurse in Gippsland and Melbourne. Ella lives in Orbost and has many fond memories of her time at the school more than 90 years ago. Terrific to see so many current and former students and staff sharing their memories of St Joseph's." Mr Chester said. Pictures from Darren Chester Facebook page.
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