Centenarian Rory O’Toole crosses the bridge to 100 years old

CENTENARIAN Rory O’Toole celebrates his 100th birthday today after a long life well lived. READ his tips to a LONG LIFE HERE

Darwin Bridge Club held a 100th birthday party for its member Rory O'Toole with daughter and son-in-law Vanessa and Nick Frew. Picture GLENN CAMPBELL

CENTENARIAN Rory O’Toole celebrates his 100th birthday today after a long life well lived, filled uniquely with the card game bridge.

Having played for almost 89 years, Mr O’Toole said he felt bridge, which had formed a large part of the later stages of his life in Darwin, where he has lived since 2015, helped him keep his wits.

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Darwin Bridge Club held a birthday party for its member Rory O'Toole who turned 100. Picture: GLENN CAMPBELL

“My secret to a long life is inspiration from the love of my daughters, which led me to a healthier lifestyle, giving up the drink, staying fit from hard physical work and sport, and mentally active from the requirements of managing manufacturing companies and of course, playing bridge.”

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His passion saw him play a large part in the bridge community in Darwin, at the Arafura Bridge Club, Darwin Bridge Club and NT Bridge Association.

“He’s (Rory) just a gentleman and a great bridge player,” Arafura Bridge Club president Marion Davey said.

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Originally published as Centenarian Rory O’Toole crosses the bridge to 100 years old