Gowrie is named after Brigadier General Alexander Gore Arkwright Hore Ruthven - now thats an impressive name! Alexander was the first earl of Gowrie and also Australia's Governor General from 1936 to 1944. He had a very distinguished military career - participating in campaigns in Sudan, India, France and Gallipoli.
The streets here are named after members of the Australian Defence Force.
The most notable thing about Gowrie first off is that it seems to be having an identity crisis. It has no suburb sign and signage within the suburb incorrectly refers to Fadden...in fact the whole suburb appears to want to be part of Fadden next door. The above sign on a housing complex was the only real evidence I could find that I was actually in Gowrie!
I have to say though I didn't really warm to Gowrie myself...it lacks the charm and individuality of Macarthur only two minutes away. Though a much larger suburb, its much more generic..a land of similar houses and 'agapanthus gardens'.
But if you look hard enough you can always find some things of interest...such as this Catholic Church....
Some impressive ivy (or possibly a lost alien from doctor who?)... worthy of the military street signs in this suburb.
Gowrie's local shops are also making a valiant effort to stay afloat. Has anyone been to the cafe there? It was open but looks worth a go.
So Gowrie - stand up and be proud. You can do it! :)
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