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Around Town | Delma Broughton a jewel at 75

It was a special day for Delma Broughton. Photo by Contributed

Delma Broughton celebrated her 75th birthday on Saturday, January 18, at the Overlander Hotel, where guests embraced the 1950s fashion theme.

The venue sparkled with elegant decorations, and an array of birthday cakes complemented the dessert selection.

This remarkable woman has touched many lives with her boundless generosity, kind heart and unwavering support.

Even her friends abroad fondly call her “a jewel”.

The evening was filled with delightful surprises, including food, entertainment and party favours.

An exciting trivia session featured cash prizes for correct answers, and dancers were also rewarded — an unexpected treat for all guests.

Talented solo performer Romeo Samuel showcased his exceptional singing abilities, while the skilled emcee guided the evening’s festivities seamlessly.

Bibiana Sto Domingo delivered an entertaining ice-breaker performance that had everyone in fits of laughter.

The Filipino Australian and Friends Association dancers impressed guests with special performances, and touching tributes from Delma’s husband, Murray Broughton, and close friends added to the evening’s warmth.

The celebration was masterfully organised, marked by Delma’s characteristic generosity and outstanding entertainment.

Congratulations, Delma, on reaching this incredible milestone of your 75th birthday.

May you continue to live a life filled with love, laughter and blessings.

Murray Broughton and Delma Broughton. Photo by Contributed
Delma’s family — Robert Fyffe, Florenda Fyffe, Delma Broughton and Murray Broughton. Photo by Contributed
Seated, Delma Broughton and Murray Broughton. Standing, Nora Salisi Welsh, Jock Welsh, Gemma Esteban, Robert Fyffe, Flora Fyffe, Cecilia Babano Cash (emcee), Kevin Cash and Romeo Samuel (singer/entertainer). Photo by Contributed
‘Let’s twist again’ dance, Emmie Stenhouse, Viv’s Natale, Olivia Bermudez, Mayette Martin and Mel Torney. Photo by Contributed
‘Carmelita’ dance, Bernadette Mojica Capili, Tricia Melanel Perez, Gennie Ewert, Jessy Keith Villahermosa, Marissa Wyatt and Jessica Mae Villahermosa. Photo by Contributed
‘Wagon Wheeler’ dance, Des Wood, Emmie Stenhouse, Guilly Jones, Olivia Bermudez, Viv’s Natale and Mel Torney. Photo by Contributed
‘La Cumparsita’ dance, Rebecca Reid, Zeny Campeud, Cathy Javier, Marlie Potts, Rosie Read, Vangie Lennie, and Jessica Carminati. Photo by Contributed
Special friends Maria Benita Connelly, Delma Broughton, Gemma Esteban, Domelina Tibuc Phelan and Florenda Fyffe. Photo by Contributed
Happy friends Mayette Martin, Annie Susi, Bibiana Sto Domingo and Tess Mennen. Photo by Contributed