Gowrie is named after the Earl of Gowrie, Brigadier-General Alexander Gore Arkwright Hore-Ruthven (1872-1955), Governor-General of Australia from 1936-1944. Gowrie's streets are all named after members of the Australian Armed Forces who won decorations, including the Victoria Cross.
Nearby suburbs
Gowrie is nestled beneath Fadden and east of Monash and Wanniassa.
Did you know?
Following the Battle of Lone Pine in the First World War, a record seven Victoria Crosses were awarded to Australians.
Surrounding shops, restaurants, amenities, schools and places of interest
Gowrie Primary
Catholic Holy Family Parish Primary School.
Gowrie IGA
Gowrie Medical Practice
Gowrie Discount Pharmacy
Pizza King Wanniassa
Erindale Shopping centre
Erindale Sports Centre
Valley Tavern Wanniassa
Wanniassa Newsagency
Wanniassa Capital Chemist
Wanniassa Hy-Grade Meats
Bendigo Bank Wanniassa
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