When Peg Avery celebrated her 100th birthday on November 26th, she was surrounded by 40 family members spanning four generations, all gathered to honour the remarkable woman who started it all. But what makes Peg's milestone truly special isn't just the century of life she's lived, but where she's chosen to spend it at Sovereign Hills, together with her family.

From her early days growing up in Telegraph Point to raising three children of her own, Peg has always understood what matters most - family. Today, that understanding has blossomed into something extraordinary. Her daughter Carol and grandson don't just visit for special occasions, they each have their own homes right here in Sovereign Hills, creating a rare and beautiful arrangement where three generations live independently yet together in the same community.

It's the kind of arrangement that makes everyday moments magical. When Nanny Peg, as her great-great-grandchildren affectionately call her, tends to her beautiful garden, her great-great-grandkids are there to mow the lawn and water the plants. When she deals out another hand of Euchre, a card game she's taught to generations of family members, her great-grandchildren gather around the table, learning not just the rules but the joy of time spent together. And when's the cricket on? The family knows exactly where to find her, watching every match with the passion of a lifelong fan.

At 100, Peg remains fiercely independent, still cooking her own meals and keeping her own home. Her secret to longevity? Never smoking or drinking, staying active. She was playing tennis well into her 80s and perhaps most importantly, being surrounded by the people she loves. That strong will that saw her through decades of dairy farming now fuels her daily life at Sovereign Hills, where she continues to inspire everyone around her.

This is what community truly means. It's not just about living in the same neighborhood, it's about building a life where generations can grow together, where a great-great-grandmother's garden becomes a great-great-grandchild's classroom and where family doesn't have to travel far to be close. At Sovereign Hills, Peg and her family have found something increasingly rare in today's world - the chance to share not just milestones and celebrations. Its lunch on Wednesdays, Sunday cricket matches and quiet mornings in the garden.

Happy 100th Birthday, Peg. Your family's story reminds us all why Sovereign Hills is more than just a place to live. It's a place where families can truly thrive together, across generations and down the street.