Wednesday, 21 October 2026
His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM has been appointed Administrator of the State from 12:00am on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
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.
Government House Open Day
Open Days at Government House provide an opportunity for members of the public to explore the residence of the Governor of South Australia, tour the gardens and meet the Governor.
The next Open Day will be held on Sunday, 8 November 2026 from 10am to 2pm. Entry is free and bookings are not required.
Daily Program
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
During the day, students from Glenunga International High School and Elizabeth North Primary School toured Government House.
Monday, 19 October 2026
Her Excellency the Honourable Chief Justice Laura Stein has been appointed Administrator of the State from 12:00am on Monday, 19 October.
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.