Plaque at Ellis Brook Valley honours late John Bowler

The late John Bowler was an instrumental figure in the Friends of Ellis Brook Valley for three decades, and the City of Gosnells is honouring his legacy with a memorial plaque at the popular Martin reserve.

A skilled draughtsman, Mr Bowler played a pivotal role in the design and construction of many elements that feature at the reserve, from the steps that lead up to Eagle View to the gazebo and carpark at Waterfall Gully and the boardwalk at Honey Eater Hollow.

Family members and friends of Mr Bowler joined Mayor Terresa Lynes and Councillors at Ellis Brook Valley this week to officially unveil the plaque, which has been positioned to pay homage to Mr Bowler’s involvement in building the stairs at the reserve.

“The City is truly grateful for the work Mr Bowler did at Ellis Brook Valley over many years,” Mayor Lynes said.

“Thanks to Mr Bowler’s efforts, visitors can continue to enjoy the great amenities at the park for many years to come, so this plaque is an admirable way for the City to honour his legacy.”

Mr Bowler was a member of the Friends of Ellis Brook Valley for 30 years and was also president of the group for 14 years. He passed away in February this year.

His late wife, Heather Bowler, was also honoured with a plaque at the reserve in 2009 for her dedication to the conservation of Ellis Brook Valley.