A step back in time to celebrate 250 years of Jane Austen
The historic lawns of Invergowrie, Hawthorn were transformed for a Regency-inspired picnic, bringing together Austen fans and history lovers for an afternoon of period dress, Regency dancing, Austen family treasures (including early editions of Pride and Prejudice), handmade cakes, and stories shared by Austen’s fifth great-niece, Caroline Jane Knight.
Co-hosted by the Jane Austen Literacy Foundation and the National Trust of Victoria Foundation, the celebration honoured Austen’s enduring legacy in the most fitting of settings
Strathcona students explored Invergowrie and let their creativity tell the story of its rich history.
We’re thrilled to celebrate the impact of the 2025 veski Bionics Institute Girls in STEM Mentoring Program! This year, more than 65 secondary school girls took part in the program, connecting with inspiring women across STEM and opening up new possibilities for their future pathways. Their enthusiasm, curiosity, and growing confidence were on full display at our recent Celebration Event.
NGVWA Garden Day 2024
NGVWA Garden Day 2024
On Thursday 24th October 2024 , Invergowrie hosted around 1,000 visitors in support of the National Gallery of Victoria Women’s Association Open Garden Day. The event will raise funds for the gallery to purchase art works from female artists.
Home Hostel Past Students Event
Home Hostel Past Students Event
In November 2022, 187 past students of the Homecraft hostel were hosted at Invergowrie, travelling from across Australia to reconnect with this property that had a profound influence on their lives. The oldest women were 93 and part of the class of 1945.
The Tomisich Group is an independent family founded and run organisation with business, charity, and commercial interests in creating a better future.
The majority owner of ASX-listed Trajan Scientific and Medical.
The majority owner of ASX-listed Trajan Scientific and Medical.
Music Composed by Edilyn Wong,
student Strathcona Girls School – 2023