The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia, has announced the appointment of Grant Stevens APM as Governor-Designate of South Australia.
Mr Stevens will succeed Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, whose term as Governor concluded on 6 October 2026.
He will be sworn in as Governor on 9 December 2026.
Until the Governor-Designate takes office, the constitutional and official functions of the Governor are exercised by the Administrator of the State.
Further information about the Governor-Designate and the swearing-in ceremony will be provided as arrangements are confirmed.
Friday, 9 October 2026
On Friday afternoon, at the Adelaide Showground, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Administrator of the State, accompanied by Mrs Fiona Harris, presented awards at the Wine Communicators of Australia – 2026 Royal Adelaide Wine Show Luncheon.
Thursday, 8 October 2026
On Thursday morning in the grounds of Government House, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Administrator of the State, accompanied by Mrs Fiona Harris, addressed the guests at the Guide Dogs Association of SA and NT’s 2026 World Sight Day...
Wednesday, 7 October 2026
On Wednesday afternoon, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Administrator of the State, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
