About Peter Rowsthorn
Lived 1930 – 2021 (aged 91). Peter Rowsthorn was an Australian businessperson.
Peter Rowsthorn (12 June 1930 – 12 December 2021) was an Australian businessman.
Rowsthorn was born in Kew, Victoria on 12 June 1930. He was the chairman of Toll Holdings, Australia's largest transport company, having bought the company with Paul Little in 1986. He was later the owner of Wadham Park and Woodside, a horse training facility and a stud farm respectively. Rowsthorn died in Melbourne on 12 December 2021, at the age of 91.
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Who was Peter Rowsthorn?
Australian businessman
When was Peter Rowsthorn born?
Peter Rowsthorn was born on 12 June 1930.
When did Peter Rowsthorn die?
Peter Rowsthorn died on 12 December 2021.
What was Peter Rowsthorn's occupation?
Peter Rowsthorn was a businessperson.
What nationality was Peter Rowsthorn?
Peter Rowsthorn was Australian.
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· DBpedia: Peter Rowsthorn (businessman)
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