Mrs Freiboth, or "Topsy" as she likes to be called, lives almost completely independently in a home filled with a century's worth of memories.

Family photos adorn the walls, knick knacks fill her cabinets, while her prized crochet works are draped across the furniture.

She even has a collection of ornate swan ornaments she's been cumulating for decades.

But one of Mrs Freiboth's most recent treasures is a letter signed by the Queen acknowledging her 100th birthday - something she celebrated on Wednesday.

However, despite the achievement, the avid collector said she doesn't feel as old as some might think.

"I don't feel 100. I think I feel more like 70," Mrs Freiboth said.

"There's not many people who live to 100 and can still remember a lot of things, but I can.

"My memory is very good, and I have a lot to remember."

Born in Hobart on May 5, 1921, Mrs Freiboth has lived in almost every corner of the state, but says she's never wanted to leave.

On July 31, 1943 she married Tasman Freiboth at the St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church at Bothwell in the state's South.

The union even made The Examiner, with a small article describing the occasion.

After Mr Freiboth joined the police force, the couple found themselves living in Avoca, then Elizabeth Town and later in Launceston.

She said being the wife of a police man in those days was an interesting role.

"You certainly meet a lot of people," she said.

The couple had a son, David, and today Mrs Freiboth also enjoys the company of her two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She still cooks all of her own meals, does "most" of the house work and despite her vision failing, says she's still able to enjoy her crochet.

On Wednesday her phone was ringing off the hook with friends and family calling to congratulate her on the 100th milestone.

She was also treated to lunch at the Newstead Hotel.

When asked what she considers the secret to her longevity, Mrs Freiboth said she credits her positive attitude - as well as the place she's always called home.

"Live quietly, and don't worry. That's my advice," she said.

"I love Tasmania. I even love the cold.

"I have been here all my life and I wouldn't like to live anywhere else."

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