September 14, 2025

100NO 650: 100 today! Clary Hanna van Noppen on a century of love & positivity

25 minutes

Today on 100 Not Out we have the privilege of speaking to someone who is 100 Not Out on the day of recording (August 11)! Clary Hanna van Noppen has lived a life full of resilience, humour, and love. Born in Holland, she survived the hardships of World War II, raised six children, and built a family that remains close-knit to this day — with all six siblings, now aged between 60 and 77, coming together to celebrate her centenary.

Still living independently in her own unit in Berwick, Melbourne, Clary is as sharp as ever, with a keen wit and a daily ritual of walking 100 steps. She has witnessed a century of change, from wartime Europe to the digital age, and she carries with her the wisdom of those years. Today, we’ll hear her reflections on a life well-lived, her secrets to ageing well, and her advice for living a long and happy life.

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