Brian McGowan (politician)
Brian McGowan (23 September 1935 – 8 March 1994) was an Australian politician who was elected as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly.[1]
Brian McGowan was born in the
His political career began when he joined the
Upon his defeat in the 1988 election he entered Gosford Council where he served one and half years. His wife Margaret stood for the seat at the by-election and served the remainder of Brian's term, and was re-elected for a second term.[citation needed]
Following McGowan's death from cancer, a condolence motion was moved in the New South Wales Parliament on 10 March 1994.[2]
A bridge linking Gosford to West Gosford was named in honour of Brian McGowan on 10 December 1995 and carries the Central Coast Highway.[3]
He married Margaret Jackson in 1958; they had one son, Stewart, and two daughters Megan and Meredith.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d "Mr Brian McGowan (1935-1994)". Former members of the Parliament of New South Wales. Retrieved 13 May 2019.
- ^ Death of Brian Mcgowan, A Former Member of the Legislative Assembly at parliament.nsw.gov.au
- ^ Brian McGowan Bridge Archived 24 May 2011 at the Wayback Machine at parliament.nsw.gov.au