Glenrowan, Victoria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GlenrowanVictoria |
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Aerial panorama of Glenrowan
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 Glenrowan
Location in Rural City of Wangaratta
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| Population | 1,049 (2021 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 3675 |
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| LGA(s) | Rural City of Wangaratta |
| State electorate(s) | Ovens Valley |
| Federal Division(s) | Indi |
Glenrowan is a small town in Victoria, Australia. It is about 236 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The town is close to the Warby Ranges and Mount Glenrowan. In 2021, about 1,049 people lived in Glenrowan.
Glenrowan's Story
Glenrowan got its name from two farmers, James and George Rowan. They had farms in this area between 1846 and 1858. The town itself started to grow in the late 1860s. The local Post Office opened on February 22, 1870.
Glenrowan is famous for a historical event involving Ned Kelly. He was a well-known bushranger (an outlaw in the Australian bush). In 1880, Ned Kelly had his final stand here. After a long standoff with police, he was captured in Glenrowan.
The town's railway station opened in 1874. It stopped serving passengers in 1981. Glenrowan also has its own wine region. This area is known for growing grapes since 1866. The wine region was officially recognized in 2003.
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Life in Glenrowan Today
Glenrowan is a popular stop for people driving on the Hume Freeway. Visitors can take a break from their journey here. They can also explore the places linked to the famous Ned Kelly story.
What's the Weather Like?
Glenrowan has a climate with warm summers and cool winters. Here is a quick look at the average temperatures and rainfall.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 29.6 (85.3) |
29.6 (85.3) |
26.3 (79.3) |
20.9 (69.6) |
15.9 (60.6) |
12.9 (55.2) |
11.7 (53.1) |
13.3 (55.9) |
16.3 (61.3) |
19.9 (67.8) |
23.5 (74.3) |
27.1 (80.8) |
20.6 (69.0) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 13.8 (56.8) |
14.2 (57.6) |
11.8 (53.2) |
8.3 (46.9) |
5.5 (41.9) |
3.3 (37.9) |
2.5 (36.5) |
3.5 (38.3) |
5.1 (41.2) |
7.4 (45.3) |
9.3 (48.7) |
11.7 (53.1) |
8.0 (46.4) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 46 (1.8) |
34 (1.3) |
42 (1.7) |
50 (2.0) |
68 (2.7) |
57 (2.2) |
70 (2.8) |
75 (3.0) |
66 (2.6) |
67 (2.6) |
45 (1.8) |
47 (1.9) |
667 (26.4) |
| Source: Glenrowan climate | |||||||||||||
Stories About Glenrowan
Many books, plays, and TV shows have been made about the Ned Kelly story in Glenrowan. These stories often share details about the town in 1880. They also show what the railway and hotels were like back then.
