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Published in: Pages / 14 Jul 2020Contact
All correspondence to the Governor or to the Office of the Governor, should be addressed to: Government House GPO Box 2373 ADELAIDE SA 5001 Telephone: (08) 8203 9800 Email: [email protected]
Published in: Pages / 15 Jul 2020Governor of South Australia
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC is the 36th Governor of South Australia and representative of His Majesty King Charles III, South Australia's Head of State.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Government House
Government House has been the venue for many important events in South Australia's history, including royal visits and official state functions.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022About the Governor
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC is the 36th Governor of South Australia, commencing her five-year tenure on October 7, 2021.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Mr Rod Bunten
Mr Bunten grew up in Cornwall and Gloucestershire. He studied Physics as an undergraduate and postgraduate at the University of Oxford.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Role of the Governor
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC is the 36th Governor of South Australia and representative of His Majesty King Charles III, South Australia’s Head of State.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022The Lieutenant Governor
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Role of the Lieutenant Governor
The office of Lieutenant-Governor was created in 1838 to act as a deputy to the first Governor of South Australia, Captain John Hindmarsh. The Lieutenant-Governor is appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Premier of South Australia.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Latest News
Find out about the Governor's program and read speeches delivered by Her Excellency.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Daily Program
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Speeches
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Public Messages
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022History
Government House, Adelaide is the official residence and Office of Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia. The Vice Regal residence is not only the oldest public building in South Australia, but it is also the oldest Government House in Australia.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Gardens & Grounds
The gardens and grounds of Government House, the official residence and workplace of South Australian Governors since 1840, is an important landmark that is steeped in historical, cultural and environmental significance.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Community Access & Events
School and community groups are encouraged to participate in a guided tour through the public rooms of Government House.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Office of the Governor
Government House is a working House and supports the Governor to perform her constitutional, ceremonial and community duties.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Governor's Awards
As Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC is proud to support outstanding achievements within the South Australian community through the presentation of annual awards, including the Governor’s Civics and Citizenship Awards and the Governor’s Multicultural Awards.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Australian Honours & Awards
The Australian Honours and Awards system recognises the outstanding service and contributions of South Australians and provides an opportunity to celebrate those who work tirelessly to improve local communities.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Congratulatory Messages
South Australian residents who are celebrating a significant birthday or wedding anniversary can receive a congratulatory message from the Governor of South Australia.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Vice Regal Guidelines
There are certain procedures which are normally observed during an occasion to which the Governor has been invited or is hosting. Government House has prepared the following guide for anyone who may require an understanding of South Australian Protocols.
Published in: Pages / 09 Mar 2022Patronage
The Governor has a role in promoting South Australia and South Australian organisations by undertaking activities that promote, encourage and recognise South Australians across a wide range of community interest. The acceptance of Vice-Regal patronage from organisations and events which aim to improve the lives of South Australians is the principal way in which this support is extended.
Published in: Pages / 22 Aug 2022Social Media
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC is the first South Australian Governor to engage the public via social media. Through her official Instagram and Facebook accounts, Her Excellency connects people with the constitutional, ceremonial and community roles of the Governor.
Published in: Pages / 19 Aug 2022Monday, 22 August 2022
On Monday morning at Frew Ponds Overland Telegraph Line Memorial Reserve, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, viewed displays and addressed guests at the 150th Anniversary of the Completion of the Overland Telegraph Line, followed by a luncheon in the afternoon organised by the Northern...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Aug 2022Sunday, 21 August 2022
On Sunday morning at Torrens Parade Ground, Dr James Muecke AM, Lieutenant Governor of South Australia, on behalf of Her Excellency the Governor, placed a tribute at the Vietnam Veterans' Commemorative Service organised by The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), of which the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Aug 2022Saturday, 20 August 2022
On Saturday evening at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian National Football League, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the SA Football Commission Chairman's official matchday function and watched the football match between Port Adelaide and Adelaide.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Aug 2022Friday, 19 August 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Ruth Mackenzie CBE, Artistic Director, and Ms Kath Mainland CBE, Chief Executive, Adelaide Festival, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards the Governor placed a phone call to His Excellency The Honourable...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Aug 2022Previous Governors
The arrival of the Governor of South Australia, Admiral Sir Day Bosanquet, outside Parliament House in North Terrace, Adelaide in order to open a new Parliamentary Session. July 22, 1913.
Published in: Pages / 24 Aug 2022Royal Visits
Members of the Royal Family have been visiting South Australia and Government House Adelaide for the past 156 years.
Published in: Pages / 24 Aug 2022Thursday, 18 August 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Ian Kemish AM, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Henderson Square, Montague Farm Estate, Pooraka, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Aug 2022Wednesday, 17 August 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Sonya Feldholf, ABC Adelaide. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon to acknowledge Ms Raphaëlle Delaunay, outgoing Director, Alliance Française d'Adélaïde. Other guests included Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Aug 2022Tuesday, 16 August 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Michael Luchich, Chair, and Mr Anthony Peluso, Chief Executive, Country Arts SA. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Pavilion, the Governor, as patron, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Aug 2022Monday, 15 August 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Trevor Buzzacott OAM, Trachoma Education Specialist, Aboriginal Community Services. In the afternoon the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Aug 2022Friday, 12 August 2022
On Friday morning in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Hutt Street Centre, and accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Katherine Bunten, participated in the Walk a Mile in My Boots Challenge. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Bunten hosted a morning tea...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Aug 2022Thursday, 11 August 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Philip Jones, Senior Curator of Anthropology, South Australian Museum, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Aug 2022Wednesday, 10 August 2022
On Wednesday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the guests at the Chief of Army Symposium 2022. Later at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of UNESCO Clubs - Adelaide Chapter, received Mrs Helen Rice, Chairperson, and Mrs...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Aug 2022Tuesday, 9 August 2022
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their Vice Regal visit to the Barossa Valley, where in the morning they visited Angaston Recreation Park and Barossa Adventure Station. Afterwards at the Barossa Bushgarden, Nuriootpa, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, unveiled...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Aug 2022Tuesday, 23 August 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea for members of The South Australian Country Women's Association, of which the Governor is patron. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten received His Honour Chief Judge Michael Evans QC,...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Aug 2022Wednesday, 24 August 2022
On Wednesday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the Australasian Fire and Emergency Services Authorities Council's AFAC22 Conference. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea for the Ukrainian Community...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Aug 2022Thursday, 25 August 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Philip Green OAM, Australian Ambassador to Germany, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at the State Library of South Australia, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Aug 2022Sunday, 28 August 2022
On Sunday afternoon at the Adelaide Pavilion, the Governor, as patron-in-chief, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the 120th Anniversary Celebration Lunch of the National Council of Women of South Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Aug 2022Monday, 29 August 2022
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Davaasuren Damdinsuren, Ambassador of Mongolia to Australia, and Mr Gan-Erdene Shagdarsuren, Second Secretary, Embassy of Mongolia. Later the Governor held a virtual meeting with Mr Mark Tattersall,...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Aug 2022Saturday, 27 August 2022
On Saturday afternoon at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Rugby Double Header VIP event: Wallaroos v Black Ferns followed by Wallabies v Springboks hosted by The South Australian Tourism Commission and Rugby Australia. In the evening at the Adelaide Convention...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Aug 2022Friday, 26 August 2022
On Friday morning at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill, addressed the guests at the 2022 Legacy Week Appeal Launch Breakfast. Afterwards at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre, Hahndorf, the Governor, accompanied by Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Aug 2022Monday, 8 August 2022
On Monday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a Vice Regal visit to the Barossa Valley, where at the Old Bake House Tavern, Williamstown, they met with Mr Bim Lange OAM, Mayor; Mr Martin McCarthy, Chief Executive Officer; Ms Amanda Porter, Director Community Services,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Aug 2022Saturday, 6 August 2022
On Saturday evening at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended St Peter's College 175th Anniversary Gala Ball.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Aug 2022Friday, 5 August 2022
On Friday morning at Wayville, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially launched National Science Week in South Australia and addressed the guests at the Science Alive Women in STEM event hosted by the South Australian National Science Week Coordinating Committee. Later...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Aug 2022Thursday, 4 August 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the SA Fire and Emergency Services Commission Headquarters at Keswick, where they toured the premises, met with...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Aug 2022Wednesday, 3 August 2022
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to Adelaide Botanic High School, where they toured the school and met with staff and students. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Ms Cathy Taylor, Chief Executive, Department for Child...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Aug 2022Tuesday, 2 August 2022
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Rick Persse, Chief Executive, Department of Treasury and Finance. Later the Governor received Ms Lois Boswell, Chief Executive, Department of Human Services.
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Aug 2022Monday, 1 August 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by David Penberthy, FiveAA. Afterwards the Governor, as Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of Adelaide, received Mr Rajeev Kamineni, President, and Ms Heidi Unferdorben, Past President. Later the Governor received...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Aug 2022Sunday, 31 July 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function for Mr Darren Chandler, Chief Executive Officer, South Australian National Football League and Mrs Nari Chandler; Ms Cammie Chandler; Master Archie Chandler; Master Eddie Chandler; Mrs Tanya...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jul 2022Friday, 29 July 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Manpreet Vohra, High Commissioner of India to Australia, Mr Manish Gupta, Consul-General of India in Sydney, and Mr Ramanand Garge, Consul of India in Sydney, followed by a breakfast. Later the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jul 2022Thursday, 28 July 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at Beverley, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to Fleet Space Technologies, where they toured the premises and met with staff, as part of a series of visits...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jul 2022Wednesday, 27 July 2022
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, travelled to Kangaroo Island to participate in Kangaroo Island Settlement Day celebrations. On arrival they met with Mr Michael Pengilly, Mayor, and Mr Greg Georgopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, Kangaroo Island, visited...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jul 2022Tuesday, 26 July 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Later the Governor received Professor Don Markwell, Head of St Mark's College. In the afternoon the Governor received Mr David Brown, Chief Executive,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jul 2022Monday, 25 July 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Caroline Mealor, Chief Executive, Attorney General's Department. Later, at Novita, in Hindmarsh, the Governor assisted with the creation of Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) booklets, which are paper-based...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jul 2022Friday, 22 July 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Les (Leslie) Wanganeen, Ms Tania Taylor, and Ms Rosalind Coleman, Directors of the Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation; Mr Gavin Malone and Mr Karl Telfer from Cultural Research Education and Design...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jul 2022Lions Medical Research Foundation Scholarship Winner
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to honour the 2022 Lions Medical Research Foundation Scholarship winner as well as recognise outstanding service to Lions. It is a pleasure to be able to do so today in light of the scholarship not having been able to be presented for the past two...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Aug 2022Officially open the Dernancourt Memorial
Rod and I are honoured to join you today for the dedication of the Dernancourt Memorial. Memorials have a special place in our community. They are places of reverence; places to reflect and touchstones for us to remember what went before; a physical place where we can honour those veterans who...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Aug 2022Reception for the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
Rod, and I as patron, have great pleasure in welcoming you to Government House to present the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Awards to 18 outstanding young people. It is wonderful that we can come together at last, as disruptions due to COVID has meant that some of you have had to wait a little time to...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Aug 2022City of Adelaide End of Term Dinner
Rod and I are delighted to join you at this end of term dinner. As with the “end of term” of any description, there is always a disposition to reflect on what has been achieved and obstacles which have been overcome, to thank those on whom one has relied and, for those intending to return, to...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Aug 2022National Council of Women 120th Anniversary Lunch
As patron in chief of the National Council for Women in South Australia, it is my great pleasure to join you today in celebration of the organisation’s 120th anniversary. On Thursday 25 September 1902, the Evening Journal, a prominent Adelaide newspaper, reported on the inaugural meeting of the...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Aug 2022Presentation of uniforms to Special Olympians
Welcome to Government House. For some of you this is a welcome back, after attending the Law Enforcement Torch Run event last December. Unfortunately I had Covid and could not be present, but I could hear the festivities from isolation upstairs and was cheering you on! It is therefore a...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Aug 2022Officially open the Kiwanis Australia District Convention
Rod and I are pleased to join you in the beautiful Adelaide Hills to open your 53rd Australia District Convention. Winter on the cusp of Spring is a magic time to be in the Hills, if a little on the chilly side. Now that the relaxation of COVID-restrictions enables easier travel across borders, I...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Aug 2022Legacy Week Appeal Launch Breakfast
As your patron, I am delighted to join you this morning to launch Legacy Week. As we all know, the spirit of Legacy had its genesis on the battlefields of long ago. In the trenches of the Western Front during World War I, a soldier said to his dying mate: “I’ll look after the missus and...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Aug 2022Community Living SALA Exhibition Myriad
Rod and I are delighted to be with you for the opening of the Myriad exhibition, as part of the SALA festival. One of the great pleasures of returning to Adelaide is the opportunity to engage with the vibrant South Australian arts community. For me, to see how much it has flourished and...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Aug 2022Reception for Cottage Homes
Rod and I warmly welcome you to this reception to mark 150 years of Cottage Homes. It is my honour as Governor to be your patron and to host your community here at Government House. This evening we celebrate the lifeblood of your organisation – its volunteers and supporters. Your collective...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Aug 2022Ukraine Refugees Morning Tea
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you all to Government House this morning. Government House is a house for all South Australians, for all members of our community. We want you all to feel welcome and at home here. South Australia has a long history of welcoming displaced peoples into...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Aug 2022Australasian Fire and Emergency Services Conference
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Adelaide, and to the AFAC 2022 Conference. I extend an especially warm welcome to the three quarters of attendees who have travelled from interstate and overseas, including North America, Europe, Asia and, closer to home, New Zealand. Jumping on a plane...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Aug 2022150th Anniversary of the Completion of the Overland Telegraph Line
I acknowledge the Jingili and Mudburra people as the traditional owners – from the past, today and into the future - of the land on which we are gathering and pay my respects to the elders and to all Aboriginal people present. We think particularly today of the toll which exploration and...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Aug 2022Graduation Ceremony of the Youth Governor’s Leadership Foundation Program
Firstly, to the participants, congratulations on your achievement in completing the Youth Governor’s Leadership Foundation program! Well done. This achievement is even more impressive as you have undertaken the program over and above your school studies. Year 10 is an important time in your life,...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Aug 2022City of Salisbury Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan
Rod and I are honoured to join you today to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan and, of course, Vietnam Veterans Day. Long Tan has become the emblematic battle of the Vietnam War, and it is fitting that we honour it as the single action of that war which was most costly in terms of...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Aug 2022Ian Kemish Book Launch
It is my great pleasure to join you this evening to support my former colleague, Ian Kemish, as we launch his book The Consul in South Australia. I thank the University of Adelaide for generously hosting this evening’s event. Ian and I have known each other for close to 25 years. We worked...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Aug 2022Officially open National Science Week
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to be with you this morning to officially launch National Science Week in South Australia. We have just enjoyed a tour of the STEM Day Out and Careers Showcase in the Goyder and Jubilee pavilions. I congratulate all the organisations that have contributed to the...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Aug 2022The 2022 South Australian Young Tall Poppy Awards
Rod and I are delighted to join you tonight to celebrate and recognise the achievements of eight outstanding young scientific researchers and communicators from our three universities. Rod is particularly looking forward to meeting the award winners as he has a keen and professional interest in...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Aug 2022The General Sir John Monash Foundation Reception
Rod and I welcome you all to Government House. It is our great pleasure to host this reception for the General Sir John Monash Foundation and to honour the two newest scholars from South Australia. When the Foundation was established in 2001, it had a bold mission – to encourage academic...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Aug 2022Presentation of National Emergency Medals, SAFECOM Headquarters
It is my great pleasure to be with you here at ‘Kumatpi Trruku’, the Emergency Headquarters. I am delighted you have been given cultural consent to use this name and am inspired by Jordan Lovegrove’s artwork. Rod and I thank Julia for taking us on a tour of your new facilities just now, bringing...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Aug 2022Kangaroo Island Council Settlement Day
Rod and I are delighted to be with you today. A few moments ago, we had the great pleasure of witnessing five new Islanders - from Brazil, the Philippines, Vietnam and Thailand - become Australian citizens. Congratulations to you all! I thank you for choosing Kangaroo Island and South Australia...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2022Gumeracha District Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Centenary
Rod and I are pleased to be with you today to mark the Centenary of the Gumeracha District Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. At the outset, let me assure you we were anxious not to replicate the Vice Regal delay when His Excellency Sir Archibald Weigall was here in 1921 to lay the foundation stone. I...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jul 2022SA Australian Army Cadets Brigade Course Graduation
It is my great pleasure to join you today to review the parade and the pipes and drums. I am impressed by the level of professionalism demonstrated by you all this morning. It is testament to your level of skill, as well as the training you have received here as part of the Australian Army cadets...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Jul 2022Reception for Malaysian Ministry of Environment and Water Delegation
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. I trust you have had an enjoyable and productive time in Australia, and in South Australia, thus far. In my former life as a diplomat, and Head of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, international water engagement was an area of keen interest...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Jul 2022Reception to acknowledge the word of the Order of St John of Jerusalem and Mary Potter Foundation
Rod and I are honoured to welcome you all to Government House to thank the Order of St John SA Priory for its unwavering 30-years to the day support of the Mary Potter Foundation. Undoubtedly, a community’s strength relies on the compassion and, perhaps more importantly, the actions of its...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Jul 2022Largs Bay RSL 75th Anniversary Dinner
Rod and I, as RSL SA/NT patron, are pleased to join you tonight in celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Largs Bay RSL Sub-Branch. I thank your Sub-Branch President, Peter Cates, for the invitation. This is the first RSL event I have attended since your Branch President, Cheryl Cates, did me...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Jul 2022Opening of ‘Archie 100’ and ‘Robert Wilson: Moving Portraits’ exhibitions
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to be with you this evening to launch the dual exhibitions: ‘Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize’ and ‘Robert Wilson: Moving Portraits’. Portraiture has captured my imagination since my late teens, when I spent a year on a student exchange in the...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Jul 2022Reception for Friends of the Australian Ballet SA
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House this evening, to celebrate 30 years of the Friends of the Australian Ballet SA. This is the first time Rod and I have been in the presence of the Friends and we look forward to getting to know you all a little better this...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Jul 2022Tuesday, 30 August 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), received Mrs Cheryl Cates, State President. In the afternoon the Governor held a virtual meeting with Mr Peter Roberts OAM, Chargé d’Affaires, Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Aug 2022Wednesday, 31 August 2022
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and officially opened the Dernancourt Memorial at the City of Tea Tree Gully. Later at Government House, the Governor addressed the Fellas...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Aug 2022Thursday, 01 September 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards in Gilles Plains, the Governor, as Patron of the Royal Society for the Blind of SA, accompanied by Mr Rod Bunten, toured the Society’s Guide and Assistance Dog...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Sep 2022Thursday, 21 July 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at the Allan Scott Auditorium, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Overland Telegraph Line Sesquicentennial Symposium. In the afternoon in...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jul 2022Wednesday, 20 July 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Mario Farrugia Borg, High Commissioner of Malta to Australia, and Ms Carmen Spiteri, Honorary Consul for Malta in South Australia. In the afternoon the Governor received Ms Pauline Carr, Chancellor of...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jul 2022Tuesday, 19 July 2022
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the City of Playford, where, at the Playford Civic Centre, Elizabeth, they met with Mr Glenn Docherty, Mayor, and Mr Sam Green, Chief Executive Officer, City of Playford, who then accompanied them throughout their...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jul 2022Monday, 18 July 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Roger Thomas, Commissioner for Aboriginal Engagement. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Prashant Kishor, Founder “Jan Suraaj (People’s Good Governance)”, Bihar, India, followed by a luncheon....
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jul 2022Sunday, 17 July 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Novar Gardens, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, delivered the keynote speech at the annual luncheon of the Overseas Specialist Surgical Association of Australia. In the evening at the Adelaide Zoo, the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jul 2022Monday, 19 September 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Senator Karen Grogan. Later the Governor received Ms Anne Burgess AM, Chair, and Ms Carolanne Barkla, Chief Executive, Aged Rights Advocacy Service. Afterwards the Governor was interviewed by Ms Jade Robran, 5AA "Our...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Sep 2022Sunday, 18 September 2022
On Sunday morning at Christ Church North Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Sung Eucharist to celebrate the Life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Sep 2022Saturday, 17 September 2022
On Saturday morning at the Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the 2022 Battle of Britain Commemorative Service, hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Sep 2022Friday, 16 September 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. During the day, students from Thebarton Senior College toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Sep 2022Thursday, 15 September 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours including Public Service Medals, Australian Fire Service Medals, Ambulance Service Medals, Emergency Service Medals and an Australian Corrections Medal. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Sep 2022Wednesday, 14 September 2022
On Wednesday morning Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. During the day at Government House, the Governor hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Sep 2022Tuesday, 13 September 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, including Conspicuous Service Cross’ and Medals, Australian Police Medals and a Distinguished Service Medal. In the afternoon the Governor received The...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Sep 2022Monday, 12 September 2022
On Monday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Sep 2022Sunday, 11 September 2022
Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten are limiting their engagements as a mark of respect to Her Late Majesty. On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at Parliament House, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Sep 2022Friday, 9 September 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by the Premier, the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, observed the mounting on the gates of Government House of a hatchment, or ceremonial coat of arms, to mark the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Hatchments...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Sep 2022Thursday, 8 September 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mrs Erma Ranieri PSM, Commissioner of Public Sector Employment. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Showground, the Governor, as patron of the Royal...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Sep 2022Wednesday, 7 September 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr James Muecke AM, Lieutenant Governor of South Australia. In the afternoon the Governor, as patron of The Diabetic Association of South Australia, received Mr Peter Crouch, Chairperson, and Ms Angelique Pasalidis,...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Sep 2022Tuesday, 6 September 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Adelaide Women’s Prison. In the evening at the Magill Estate Restaurant, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Sep 2022Monday, 5 September 2022
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia Inc, accompanied by Mr Rod Bunten, toured the 2022 Royal Adelaide Show, viewed the Horticulture Exhibition, and presented the Governor’s Trophy for the best Special...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Sep 2022Saturday, 3 September 2022
On Saturday morning Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Rod Bunten and Ms Katherine Bunten undertook a tour of Carrick Hill and viewed the Fantasy Art Exhibition.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Sep 2022Friday, 2 September 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Professor Megan Warin, Director, and Dr Pam Papadelos, Deputy Director, Fay Gale Centre for Research on Gender. Afterwards, the Governor participated in a virtual meeting with participants from the National Judicial...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Sep 2022Accession of King Charles III
Just as on the 8th of February 1952, South Australia’s twenty-third governor, Lt General Sir Willoughby Norrie, stood here on the steps of Parliament House and proclaimed the accession of a young Queen, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, so today, seventy years later, I stand as South...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Sep 2022Merino SA Centenary Event
Rod and I are delighted to join you today to take part in your Centenary Event. In meeting you for the first time, we are both honoured that we could do so at such a significant milestone for Merino SA and thankful we can join together at the Royal Show after its two-year hiatus due to COVID. I...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Sep 2022Merino SA Centenary Event
Rod and I are delighted to join you today to take part in your Centenary Event. In meeting you for the first time, we are both honoured that we could do so at such a significant milestone for Merino SA and thankful we can join together at the Royal Show after its two-year hiatus due to COVID. I...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Sep 2022RSL 104th Sub Branch Conference
Rod and I, as your patron, are honoured to be with you this morning to open the 104th Annual Sub-Branch Conference. It’s great to see familiar faces; Rod and I have appreciated the warmth and friendship extended to us during our visits to several RSL Sub-Branches and at commemorative events in...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jul 2022Institute of Public Administration Australia Inaugural Frances Adamson Oration Marking United Nations Public Service Day
Dhawura nguna, dhawura Ngunnawal. Yanggu ngalawiri dhunimanyin. Ngunnawalwari dhawurawari. Nginggada Dindi wanggiralidjinyin. Today we are all meeting together on Ngunnawal Country. We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Elders, female and male. Dr Gordon de Brouwer, National President,...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Jun 2022Reception for World Refugee Day
Rod, and I as a patron of the Australian Migrant Resource Centre, warmly welcome you to Government House to mark World Refugee Day. As you will know, this year’s theme is Healing, a most fitting theme for everyone here today; you provide many caring and insightful ways to help refugees to rebuild...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Jun 2022Royal Commonwealth Society Seasonal Dinner to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty the
Rod, and I as your patron, are pleased to join you for dinner tonight to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God, Queen of Australia, Her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth and Queen of South Australia. It is a great honour...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Jun 2022Swearing-In Ceremony as 36th Governor of South Australia
Karl alya Kaurna Purkarna-alya Kaurna Miyurna-alya Yaitya Miyurna-alya Kumartarna yartanangku Ngathu naa tampinthi Kaurna miyurna yaitya yarta-mathanya Pukinanangku, yalaka, tarrkarritya When my flight took off from Adelaide airport on a Summer’s morning in 1985 and banked over the sparkling blue...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Oct 2021Celebrating a Centenary of Tennis at Memorial Drive
First, I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land upon which we are gathering and pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Rod and I are pleased to join you this afternoon to celebrate the Centenary of Tennis at Memorial Drive, and to unveil the commemorative Centenary Wall. We...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Oct 2021Australian of the Year Awards SA Presentation
It is my great pleasure to be with you this evening, to present the final two Australian of the Year awards for South Australia. I commend the Australia Day Council nationally, and in South Australia under Peter Tsokas’ chairmanship, for its passion, dedication and commitment to celebrating...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Oct 2021School Leaders Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House for this special occasion. Many of you have travelled from country areas to be here, and I thank you for making such a special effort. We really want all South Australians to be able to come here and to feel at home when they do. Each...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2021St John Ambulance Australia (SA) Annual Awards Ceremony
Good afternoon everyone, and welcome to Government House. It is my great pleasure to host you today in my new capacity as Deputy Prior of St John Ambulance in South Australia. I am very pleased this position has been officially endorsed by the London offices and our Prior, the Governor-General,...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Oct 2021Reception for the Academy of Science
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. It is a pleasure not only to honour Professor Varghese’s eminent work, but also to acknowledge the important role of the Australian Academy of Science in championing, celebrating and supporting excellence in Australian Science. Standing here, I am...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Oct 2021Presentation of the 2021 StudyAdelaide International Student Awards
Good afternoon everyone, and a special hello and welcome to those students, parents and friends who are joining us by live link. It’s good to be with you all to celebrate your hard work and achievements. For people the world over, the past eighteen months have been full of challenges as we have...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Oct 2021Catalyst Foundation Networking Breakfast and launch of #MyLifeChoices Expo
Good morning everyone! It is my great pleasure to be with you today in support of the Catalyst Foundation, and to launch the My Life Choices Expo and Independent Living Centre. I applaud Catalyst Foundation’s efforts to ensure South Australians have the right information and services related to...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Oct 2021Reception to celebrate Probus Day
Rod and I are pleased to welcome you to Government House to celebrate Probus Day. I am sure a number of you will have been here before – perhaps often – but a particular welcome to those of you who are here for the first time. This is a place where we want all South Australian to feel welcome. I...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Oct 2021Reception for Children’s Week Awards 2021
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House during Children’s Week. The reception scheduled for the 2020 awards could not take place due to the pandemic, and I am very pleased we are here together today. As supporters of Children’s Week, I’m sure you are aware of South Australia’s proud...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Oct 2021University of Adelaide – South Australian Law Reform Institute
I think no one will demur if I say that Government House, as the official residence of the representative of the Crown in South Australia, is a suitably meaningful place to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the South Australian Law Reform Institute – if delayed due to pandemic restrictions. As...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Oct 2021Reception to present the TAFE SA Honour Awards
I am pleased to welcome you to Government House for the presentation of the inaugural TAFE SA Honour Awards. Today we gather to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the TAFE alumni community. To all finalists here this evening: well done and congratulations. 276 nominations were received for...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Oct 2021WWI Railways Workers Memorial
It is my pleasure to be here today for the rededication of the Railways Workers Memorial, honouring those who took part in the First, and Second, World Wars. A career in diplomacy has shown me, on so many levels, the importance of the role played by our country’s Defence Forces, and of the...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2021Cara Celebrates Gala Dinner
It is with great pleasure that Rod and I are with you this evening for Cara’s Recognition of Excellence Awards and to officially open this event. I am also very pleased to accept patronage of Cara, carrying on the work of my distinguished predecessor, the Hon. Hieu Van Le. While my career as a...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2021Walford Rowing Launch
It is my great pleasure to be with you for the launch of the 2021 Rowing Season and the naming of your new boats. As a proud Walford old scholar, being here brings back many memories, all the more so after having lived interstate and abroad for many years. Rowing taught me many valuable life...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2021Tourism Industry Council of South Australia Awards
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to the Tourism Industry Council awards, with a record number of finalists and attendees. To the finalists across all 33 categories of awards - congratulations! This is a well-earned acknowledgement, after what has been a very unpredictable and...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Nov 2021Officially open the Eudunda 150 Programme
I acknowledge the Ngadjuri people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we are gathering and pay my respects to the elders. In doing let me say I took pleasure in learning that the name Eudunda comes from the Ngadjuri term ‘Eudundacowi’, meaning sheltered water, and that it derives...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Nov 2021RSAYS Launch of 2021-22 Sailing Season
Greetings to you all! I know you had to adjust arrangements for your Sail Past this afternoon in light of the weather. You have a lovely building with a beautiful outlook. Having had a keen recreational sailor for a father, I think I have some inkling of the excitement the start of the sailing...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Nov 2021Ionian Club 75th Anniversary
Rod and I welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Ionian Club. Like many of our predecessors, we want Government House to be a place where all South Australians feel welcome. As that very sense of welcome and friendship is at the heart of the Ionian Club, it’s...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2021Sir Richard Williams RAAF Centenary Celebrations
Good morning everyone. This is my first visit to South Australia’s Copper Coast as Governor, and Rod and I look forward to getting to know the region’s people, history and indigenous heritage. A towering important figure in the history of Moonta is, of course, Sir Richard Williams. Today we have...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 2021Joint Community Services Meeting hosted by Rotary Club of Tea Tree Gully
This is my first visit to the Tea Tree Gully area as Governor, and I look forward to getting to know its people during my term. Preparing for this event has made me aware of the large number of service clubs in the district, and the extensive work they do for the local community. I applaud the...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Nov 2021Multicultural Festival
It’s my pleasure to be with you today. It’s wonderful to see that so many people have come out despite the weather to celebrate this event. I applaud the acts we’ve had on stage and the activities already underway. There’s a lot of more on the program for you to enjoy after these...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Nov 2021Young Tall Poppy and Unsung Heroes of SA Science Awards
Rod and I are pleased to be here tonight to celebrate and to recognise your outstanding achievements. Rod, I might mention, is an Oxford‑trained physicist who has also taught secondary maths and physics, so also has a professional interest in your achievements. Of course, one of my distinguished...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Nov 2021Reception for 30th anniversary of Independent Arts Foundation
I am very pleased we have gathered this evening to celebrate 30 years of the Independent Arts Foundation. As a young South Australian in the 1970s and early 80s, I was genuinely excited by and proud of our state’s flourishing arts sector, with its flagship companies, cutting-edge work and...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Nov 2021Carers Association of South Australia 30th Anniversary
Rod and I welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Carers SA, albeit a little delayed due to COVID challenges. I expect some of you were here when my distinguished predecessor The Hon Hieu Van Le hosted a reception to mark your 25th. To you - welcome back, and to...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Nov 2021Reception for Women’s Honour Roll
Welcome to Government House this evening. It is my pleasure to host this event in honour of the 19 nominees selected for the 2021 South Australian Women’s Honour Roll. As you would be aware, our state has a long history as a leader in pursuing equality for women. South Australia was the first...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Nov 2021Governors Leadership Foundation Graduation
Good evening everyone. Rod and I are pleased to be here tonight and it’s a particular pleasure for me as Patron of the Governor’s Leadership Foundation at what is really the start of our leadership journey together. Like Sir Eric Neal, Marjorie Jackson-Nelson, Kevin Scarce and Hieu Van Le before...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Nov 2021Reception for 2021 Student Citizenship Awards
Rod and I are very pleased to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the recipients of the 2021 Student Citizenship Awards. Well done to all of the winners here this evening, whose awards are being presented ‘with distinction’. I also applaud the other 24 recipients, who will receive...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Nov 2021Reception for Barkuma Employer Awards
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House for the presentation of the Barkuma employer awards, in the lead up to the International Day of People with Disability. (Dec 3) Government House has had a long association with these awards, and we are pleased for to continue. To the employers here...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Nov 2021Reception for AmCham Global Leadership Academy
Welcome to Government House for this reception to mark the culmination of the AmCham Global Leadership Academy for 2021. As a former diplomat, I am familiar with, and have great respect for, the social, cultural and economic relationship between Australia and the United States. I have long...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Dec 2021Law Enforcement Torch Run
Welcome everyone to Government House! The Governor offers her sincere apologies for not being here today. Although she has tested negative, she is currently following SA Health directions by isolating for a week after coming into contact with a positive COVID case. She looks forward to meeting...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Dec 2021Reception for Year 12s under guardianship of the Chief Executive
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. To begin, let me say a big congratulations on finishing Year 12. Not only have you completed the most difficult year of school, but you have done it in the face of other challenges, both personal ones and those affecting the whole community, such as...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Dec 2021Reception to acknowledge supporters of the NeuroSurgical Research Foundation
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to thank the supporters of the NeuroSurgical Research Foundation. The innovation, research and collaboration that is being conducted in our universities and scientific institutions is a source of pride for us all in South Australia. Each and every...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Dec 2021Official Opening of the Australian Red Cross Head Office in South Australia
Rod and I are delighted to join you today for the official opening of the Australian Red Cross Head Office in South Australia. I am particularly pleased to do so in my role as patron and to continuing a long association between the office of Governor and the Red Cross. Ten days after the outbreak...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Dec 2021Centenary of Robe War Memorial
I am honoured to join you to commemorate the Centenary of the Robe War Memorial, in this lovely setting. Over the past few days in the South East, I have been struck by the warmth of the community, the pride you have in your region and its contribution to our State. And no more so than today in...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Dec 2021JettyFest100
It is my pleasure to be here this evening to launch JettyFest 100. It’s great to see people gathering on beach and, a little later this evening, I hear there will be a sea of solar powered lights to add to the festive energy! On 10 December 1921 – exactly one hundred years ago – the Governor of...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Dec 2021Presentation of National Emergency Medals
Presentation of National Emergency Medals, St John Ambulance SA It’s my great pleasure to be with you this evening to present the National Emergency Medal to members of St John. I am sure that Noel Hender spoke for many when he shared the insights of his experience during the Bushfire...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Dec 2021Proclamation Day Ceremony
I thank the elders for cleansing us and welcoming us with a smoking ceremony. I thank Allan Sumner for his address and I acknowledge Uncle Jeffrey Newchurch who has been camping on this land, connecting with country ahead of today’s event. Proclamation Day is a significant occasion where we...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Dec 2021Town of Walkerville Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony
It is my great pleasure to be here on Australia Day for this Citizenship Ceremony and the announcement of the Citizen of the Year Awards. The fact that Her Worship the Mayor of the Town of Walkerville and her councillors are joined this morning by state and federal members of Parliament of both...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Jan 2022Dinner to farewell Lieutenant Governor Professor Brenda Wilson
Welcome to Government House for this State Dinner to honour the service of our Lieutenant Governor, Professor Brenda Wilson AM. I am very pleased this event has been able to go ahead, in a COVID safe manner. I thank Government House staff for creating a lovely setting and atmosphere here on our...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Jan 2022Swearing in of Lieutenant Governor
Welcome everyone to Government House this morning, for the swearing in of Dr James Muecke AM. It is my great pleasure to welcome you, Dr Muecke, to the office of Lieutenant Governor of South Australia. As 2020 Australian of the Year, you are well known across the state. You enjoy an especially...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jan 2022Reception for Northern and Southern Volunteering
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate 30 years of Northern and Southern Volunteering delivering the Community Visitors Scheme. I know some of you are no strangers to the House, as my distinguished predecessor, The Honourable Hieu Van Le, marked the 35th anniversary of the...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Feb 2022Helpmann Academy Vernissage Graduation Exhibition
It is Rod’s and I’s great pleasure to be with you all this evening, for this special vernissage of the Helpmann Academy’s graduate exhibition. This is our first event with the Academy since I became Governor and your patron, and we look forward to exploring the exhibition and getting to know you...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Jan 2022Australia Day Council of SA NGO Luncheon
I am pleased to accept the invitation from Jan and Mark to address you today at this gathering. In this room, we have a myriad of different organisations serving the community, all making significant contributions in your own ways. Growing up in South Australia, the culture of caring was evident...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Feb 2022Reception for 2022 Governor’s Leadership Program
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House this evening for the official launch of the Governor’s Leadership Foundation Program for 2022. Strong and strategic leadership has been of great interest to South Australians since our first Governor, Captain John Hindmarsh, first set foot on this...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Feb 2022Reception for the Chairman’s Circle
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House, a house – and garden – many of you have come to know well. This evening we have gathered to celebrate your contribution, as members of the Chairman’s Circle, to the Adelaide Festival 2022. In my first months as Governor it has been a great...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Mar 2022Reception for Royal Society for the Blind OPK9 Program
Rod and I warmly welcome you, the supporters of the Royal Society for the Blind’s OPK9 program, to Government House. Since 1884, the Society has been helping Australians who are blind or vision impaired to achieve the quality of life to which they aspire. In 2013, the Society launched the OPK9 –...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Mar 2022Australian Migrant Resource Centre IWD Forum
It is my great pleasure to join you today for this International Women’s Day Forum. I thank the Australian Migrant Resource Centre and its many partners for bringing it about, including: The Council of Migrant and Refugee Women of SA;Middle Eastern Communities Council of SA;African Communities...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Mar 2022Launch of 'Illustrating the Antipodes', SA Museum
It is a pleasure for Rod and me to be here with you all as distinguished guests to mark the launch of the Illustrating the Antipodes exhibition and book and the accompanying Kaurna Still Here exhibition. By any benchmarks George French Angas was an extraordinary artist; recording in exquisite...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Mar 2022Enterprising Women Whyalla Business Woman of the Year
Good evening. It is my great pleasure to return to Whyalla to present the 2021-2022 Business Woman of the Year award. I acknowledge the Barngarla people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we are gathering and pay my respects to the elders. I was last here in October 2021, on my...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Mar 2022Business SA International Women’s Day event
It is my great pleasure to join you today for the Business SA International Women’s Day long lunch. Having joined the Commonwealth public service in 1985, just as the long lunch – then close to four hours – was beginning its inevitable decline, I am delighted to see it resurrected in a more...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Mar 2022Breakfast for International Women’s Day
It’s Rod’s and my pleasure to welcome everyone to the first International Women’s Day Breakfast at Government House. I trust you will enjoy meeting new people and have some interesting conversations. As Governor, and a beneficiary of the passage of the Sex Discrimination Act in 1984, gender...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Mar 2022Governors Multicultural Awards
It is a very great pleasure for Rod and me to host the Governor’s Multicultural Awards here at Government House. For the past 15 years, the awards have enjoyed a high reputation in South Australia, and I thank my predecessors Rear Admiral the Honourable Kevin Scarce and the Honourable Hieu Van Le...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Mar 2022South Australia’s Global Future Forum, University of Adelaide
It is a great pleasure, as I am sure you can imagine, for me speak to you today at this public forum on “South Australia’s Global Future” and I congratulate the University of Adelaide on hosting it. I speak, of course, as Governor and during a state election campaign. I will do my best to ensure...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Mar 202280th Anniversary of Allied Service in the Pacific Commemoration
It’s an honour to be here today at this plaque unveiling ceremony to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Allied Service in the Pacific. In doing so we honour our shipmates. The plaque, dedicated to WWII Australian Merchant Navy and U.S. Army Small Ships, recognises the contribution these...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Mar 2022Reception for inaugural UK/Australia Season
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to host this reception to mark the conclusion of the Australian portion of the very first UK/Australia Season, and to thank the many people and organisations who have made it happen. It is almost 25 years since we both worked – for our respective diplomatic...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Mar 2022Amicus Global Cocktail Party for Her Excellency the Governor
It is my great pleasure to join you this evening. I’m honoured to be your patron and thank you for hosting this event to give me the opportunity to meet your members and learn more about your community. Finding a way to make new connections can be a challenge in adult life, especially if you have...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Mar 2022Reception for the 50th anniversary of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
It is my great pleasure to welcome the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation community to Government House.50 years ago group of Australian parents, whose children had type 1 diabetes, gathered around a kitchen table. Their goal was to improve their children's quality of life, and ease the strain...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Mar 2022Centenary Celebration of the Burra and Districts Fallen Soldiers Memorial
I acknowledge the Ngadjuri people as the traditional custodians on the land on which we are gathering and pay my respects to the Elders.Thank you Patricia Weira-Read - Aunty Pat - for your warm Welcome to Country, including your acknowledgement of the war service of Indigenous Australians. I am...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Mar 2022Reception for Tourism Industry Council South Australia Awards
I warmly welcome you to Government House to show appreciation to the State and national winners of the Tourism Industry Council of South Australia awards. It is a pleasure to see you again after I had the honour to speak at the awards ceremony at the Adelaide Oval in November last year. In these...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Mar 2022Australia Day Awards Ceremony
Thank you to Uncle Mickey for your warm Welcome to Country. And thank you, Marko, for those words in support of our brothers and sisters in Ukraine. The deplorable events taking place there starkly remind us of the blessings with which we are endowed in Australia, and to which our minds should...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Mar 2022Launch of Port Community Arts Centre Exhibition
I am very pleased to be with you for the opening of the ‘Remember When’ exhibition, here in the Black Diamond gallery. In my first six months as Governor I’ve been getting to know our visual arts community, through gallery visits, attendance at festivals and even some events at Government...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Apr 2022Launch of Inparrila
I am pleased to be here for the official opening of the Inparrila Philanthropic Hub. Today we come together in this location in the spirit of Inparrila – a meeting place – and a place where we have much to learn from the First Australians. This hub brings together people and organisations who...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Apr 2022Mardi Gras Family Festival Awards Presentation
It’s my great pleasure to be with you here in Loxton for your annual Mardi Gras, and to see so many members of the local community out enjoying the festivities. I congratulate the Mardi Gras on reaching its 65th anniversary, making this morning’s parade one of the longest running in South...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Apr 2022Loxton RSL Sub Branch ANZAC Dinner
It is my great pleasure to be with you this evening for the 2022 ANZAC Dinner. I also acknowledge the strong relationship your RSL Sub-Branch has with the office of Governor, and note that my distinguished predecessor visited twice in recent years. I thank you for the opportunity to continue this...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Apr 2022Mardi Gras Appreciation Service
I sincerely thank you all for inviting me to spend this weekend with your community, and now to attend this Appreciation Service. It’s been a very enjoyable time, getting to know people and learning about the history of the area. This morning I have been asked to share a little more about my...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Apr 2022Justice Reform Initiative Reception
Welcome everyone to Government House for the South Australian launch of the Justice Reform Initiative. Even in a venue as distinguished and significant as Government House, it is unusual to welcome so many representatives from so broad a range of the constituent parts of our democracy. Current...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2022Reception for 50 years of the State Theatre Company of SA
It is Rod's and my great pleasure to host this reception to mark 50 years of the State Theatre Company as a legislated entity, and to celebrate the extraordinary efforts of this community to bring world-class theatre to the people of South Australia. As a young person coming of age in the 1970s...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Apr 2022Reception for Australia Awards and New Colombo Plan Students
Welcome everyone to Government House to celebrate the achievements of Australia Award recipients and New Colombo Plan scholars. Australia has for decades viewed education as an investment in our region, in our regional and bilateral relations, in our shared future and, very importantly, in...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Apr 2022International Guide Dog Day
I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate International Guide Dog Day. I am pleased to continue the tradition of my predecessor Governors The Honourable Hieu Van Le, Rear Admiral the Honourable Kevin Scarce and The Honourable Marjorie Jackson Nelson, in marking this important day here...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Apr 2022Opening of the 55th South Australian Parliament
Kaurna Purkarna-alya Kaurna Miyurna-alya Yaitya Miyurna-alya Kumartarna yartanangku Ngathu naa tampinthi Kaurna miyurna yaitya yarta-mathanya Pukinanangku, yalaka, tarrkarritya Dearest Kaurna elders, Kaurna people and Aboriginal people from other lands and regions. I acknowledge and pay my...
Published in: Speeches / 03 May 2022Foodbank South Australia Women of Influence Luncheon
I am delighted to join you today for the Foodbank SA Women of Influence Luncheon, bringing together two of my great loves: Foodbank, as SA patron, and gender equality - one of my priorities as Governor which is likely to be achieved when women of influence exercise this.Today is an occasion to...
Published in: Speeches / 06 May 2022Reception for National Red Cross Awards
As your Patron, I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate World Red Cross Day and the presentation of National and State Red Cross Awards. And I am pleased to be able to reciprocate the hospitality you showed me at the opening in December of the Australian Red Cross Head Office in...
Published in: Speeches / 09 May 2022Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal Launch
It is my great pleasure to be able to join you virtually from Government House to officially launch the 2022 Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal in South Australia. The Red Shield Appeal is certainly one of the best-known and most highly regarded appeals in the country. It was actually the...
Published in: Speeches / 10 May 2022Reception to launch the Charter Ambassador Program, Child Development Council
It is my great pleasure to welcome students, and members of the education community, to Government House. We have gathered this morning to launch the Child Development Council’s Charter Ambassador program, and to celebrate the children and young people who have generously volunteered to be...
Published in: Speeches / 10 May 2022Launch of the Biography of Stewart Cockburn
It is a great pleasure to be able to join you this afternoon, even if only virtually, from Government House, just across the way from St Mark’s College. I am honoured to launch Jennifer Cockburn’s meticulously researched, and perfectly titled, biography of her father “Writing for His Life –...
Published in: Speeches / 11 May 2022Governor’s Civics Award for Schools Reception
I warmly welcome you to Government House, albeit from upstairs in COVID isolation, to present the Governor’s Civics Awards for Schools. I thank the students here today for your hard work and engaging in one of the most important aspects of being a South Australian – active citizenship. While not...
Published in: Speeches / 12 May 2022Reception for Hutt Street Centre Awards
I warmly welcome you all to Government House for the presentation of the 2022 Hutt Street Centre Service Awards. In December last year, your staff and volunteers kindly welcomed Rod and I to the Centre, where we toured your premises and lent a hand in the kitchen. It is our pleasure to now host...
Published in: Speeches / 16 May 2022Reception for Lions Children of Courage Awards
I warmly welcome you all to Government House this evening. I’d like to extend a special welcome to those who have travelled from regional areas. It is my great pleasure to be an honorary member of the City of Adelaide Lions Club and to welcome your community to Government House for the first time...
Published in: Speeches / 23 May 2022Reception for Top Tourism Town Awards
Welcome everyone to Government House for the Top Tourism Town Awards, and a particular welcome to those who have travelled some distance to be with us today. Since becoming Governor, it has been my pleasure to commence a program of visits to council areas, not only in the regions, but also within...
Published in: Speeches / 18 May 2022SACE Ceremony
I had hoped we would be meeting each other in warmer weather, but nonetheless I trust you feel warmly welcomed to Government House, wherever you have come from across our great state. This evening we have gathered to celebrate the achievements of students who completed the South Australian...
Published in: Speeches / 20 May 2022Royal Geographical Society of SA 2022 Awards
It is my great pleasure to be with you all this evening, in the beautiful Mortlock Library, to present the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia awards for 2022. I need to confide, at the outset, that I was not a formal student of geography in senior school or beyond – unless you count...
Published in: Speeches / 26 May 2022Flag Dedication Ceremony
Welcome to Government House for this dedication ceremony. I thank Mr Telfer for sharing the peace lore fire ceremony of Tjilbruke with us, and Australian Dance Theatre for their performance this morning. Last year marked half a century since our State became the first place in Australia to fly...
Published in: Speeches / 27 May 2022Reception to mark Victoria League Day
I warmly welcome you all to Government House to celebrate Victoria League Day, on the 203rd anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth. It is my great pleasure to be your patron and to host you this evening. As you would be well aware, the only British monarch to reign for longer than Queen Victoria...
Published in: Speeches / 24 May 2022Reception for the Breakthrough Mental Health Foundation
Rod and I warmly welcome the Breakthrough community to Government House this evening. We are delighted jointly to be taking on the role of patrons of Breakthrough Mental Health Foundation. It is not just a pleasure. Because mental health is one of the most pressing issues of our time, affecting...
Published in: Speeches / 30 May 2022Unveiling of Dame Roma Mitchell Portrait
Rod and I are very pleased to be here with you for this important event. This evening, the third woman to be Governor of South Australia, joins the third woman to be Lord Mayor of Adelaide, to welcome the third portrait of a woman ever to hang in the Council Chamber: Dame Roma Mitchell. The...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jun 2022Sammy D Foundation 'Reach for the Stars' Ball
It is my great pleasure to join you this evening with Rod and to be patron of the Sammy D Foundation. The Sammy D Foundation has achieved a great deal since Sam Davis’s life ended tragically 14 years ago, successfully spreading Sam's message across hundreds of schools, community groups, and...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Jun 2022Reception for Girl Guides South Australia Awards
Rod, and I as your patron, welcome everyone to Government House for the presentation of the Girl Guides SA Awards. I am always delighted to be able to meet young people who are seizing opportunities, making new connections and giving back to their community. I also applaud the myriad volunteers...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Jun 2022Royal Adelaide Golf Club Women’s Golf Annual Meeting
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to join you, for the first time in an official capacity, at the 112th and final Women’s Golf Annual Meeting. We are pleased to be co-patrons of the Royal Adelaide Golf Club and under Chris Crocker’s expert tutelage hope soon to be able to call ourselves playing...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Jun 2022Reception to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
I am sure, known as you are one to another, you have discerned that the unifying factor in this evening’s guest list is that you represent organisations that are “Royal”, or “Commonwealth”, or have royal antecedents or connections. There can thus be few people more appropriate than you to be here...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Jun 2022Monday, 3 October 2022
On Monday afternoon at the Strathalbyn Show Grounds, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Strathalbyn Agricultural Society's 150th Anniversary Show, viewed exhibits and met with stall holders. In the evening at North Haven, the Governor, accompanied by Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Oct 2022Sunday, 2 October 2022
On Sunday afternoon at the Collingrove Hillclimb, Mount McKenzie, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Sporting Car Club of South Australia, presented trophies to the winners of the 2022 competition for Vintage and Veteran Vehicles and Motorbikes. On Sunday 30...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Oct 2022Friday, 30 September 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Hannah Tonkin, former Rhodes Scholar. Later the Governor received Senator the Honourable David Fawcett. In the afternoon the Governor received Dr Mary Hattori, Interim Director, Pacific Islands Development...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Sep 2022Thursday, 29 September 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at the South Australia Police Academy, Taperoo, the Governor and Mr Bunten placed a wreath at the National Police Remembrance Day Memorial Service organised by the South...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Sep 2022Wednesday, 28 September 2022
On Wednesday morning Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Professor The Honourable Stephen Smith and Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AFC, Independent Leads of the Defence Strategic Review. Later...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Sep 2022Tuesday, 27 September 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Zoe Bettison MP, Minister for Tourism, and The Honourable Katrine Hildyard MP, Minister for Child Protection, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards the Governor received Minister Hildyard independently. In...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Sep 2022Monday, 26 September 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of The Hospital Research Foundation Group - Parkinson's, received Ms Olivia Nassaris, Executive Director, and Mr Paul Flynn, Chief Executive Officer. Later the Governor, as patron of Trojan's Trek,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Sep 2022Sunday, 25 September 2022
On Sunday morning in Belair National Park, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, cut the cake at the Friends of Parks 40th Anniversary Celebration. In the evening at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Mr Matthew Bunten attended the Australian Dance Theatre’s performance...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Sep 2022Saturday, 24 September 2022
On Saturday afternoon at the Echunga Recreation Grounds, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Mr Matthew Bunten, officially opened the Hills Small Acreage Fields Days, viewed exhibits and met with stall holders, organised by Rotary Club of Stirling.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Sep 2022Friday, 23 September 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Stacey Lee, ABC Radio Adelaide Breakfast. Later the Governor received Mr Michael Pezzullo AO, Secretary, Department of Home Affairs; The Honourable Joe Szakacs MP, Minister for Police, Emergency Services and...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Sep 2022Thursday, 22 September 2022
On Thursday morning at Parliament House, Canberra, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a reception hosted by Senator the Honourable Sue Lines, President of the Senate, and the Honourable Milton Dick MP, Speaker of the House of Representatives, then attended the National Memorial...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Sep 2022Wednesday, 21 September 2022
On Wednesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr James Stevens MP, Federal Member for Sturt. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for Canberra to attend the National Memorial Service for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In the evening at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Sep 2022Tuesday, 20 September 2022
On Tuesday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Institute of Public Administration - South Australia Division’s "A Conversation With..." series. In the afternoon, the Governor conducted an Investiture at Government House. Later the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Sep 2022Australian Red Cross South Australia State Conference
Good afternoon, it’s my great pleasure to address you this afternoon as your patron. I trust the day has been productive and an opportunity to renew connections. I congratulate the recipients who earlier received fundraising shields and long service awards. Thank you for your heartfelt...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Sep 2022Reception for Sport SA 30th Anniversary
I warmly welcome you all this evening to celebrate 30 years of Sport SA. I can see some familiar faces from the Hall of Fame event I attended earlier this year, and it’s great to host the Sport SA community, for the first time in my term, here in Government House. Rod and I are proud to be joint...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Sep 2022Happy Together, Bridging the Australia-China Divide book launch
Rod and I are delighted to be here to launch the book Happy Together: Bridging the Australia-China Divide. I am particularly pleased to do so as both co-authors David Walker and Li Yao are well known to us from our time in China. Well known then, but much better known now after reading their...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Sep 2022Hills Small Acreage Field Day
Rod and I and our son Matthew are pleased to join you today at the Hills Small Acreage Field Days, the first such event in South Australia designed for people living on small acreages. We love visiting the Adelaide Hills at any time and springtime is such a wonderful season to do so. Recently Rod...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Sep 2022Reception for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Welcome to Government House this evening during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. As joint patrons it is a pleasure for Rod and me to welcome you to Government House for the first time in my term as Governor. As you know, we are still in the mourning period following the death of Her Majesty the...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Sep 2022Saturday, 16 July 2022
On Saturday morning at Smithfield, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering and presented awards as the Reviewing Officer for the Australian Army Cadets SA Parade.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jul 2022Friday, 15 July 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Her Excellency Ms Heidi Venamore PSM, Australian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, followed by a breakfast. Later the Governor received Mr David Penberthy, FivaAA. In the evening at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Jul 2022Thursday, 14 July 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at Hindmarsh, the Governor volunteered with the Novita Cooking Group, as part of the ABC 90 for 90 Volunteer Challenge. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jul 2022Wednesday, 13 July 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten received The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Ms Sandy Verschoor and Mr Arman Abrahimzadeh OAM,...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jul 2022Tuesday, 12 July 2022
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their Vice Regal visit to the Fleurieu Peninsula, where in the morning, they met with Mr Keith Parkes, Mayor, and Mr Nigel Morris, Chief Executive Officer, Alexandrina Council, visited The Haven, Goolwa and toured the Port Elliot Surf...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Jul 2022Monday, 11 July 2022
On Monday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a Vice Regal visit to the Fleurieu Peninsula, where, in Victor Harbor, they met with Dr Moira Jenkins, Mayor, and Ms Karen Rokicinski, Acting Chief Executive Officer, City of Victor Harbor and viewed the Winter Whalefest...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jul 2022Saturday, 9 July 2022
On Saturday evening at Largs North, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Roy Drummond MM Annual Dinner in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Returned and Services League Australia, Largs Bay Sub-Branch.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jul 2022Friday, 8 July 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Cathie Brown, Chief Executive Officer, Leaders Institute of South Australia, of which the Governor is patron. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten visited and toured Guildhouse at the Lion Arts Centre,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jul 2022Thursday, 7 July 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor volunteered at the NovitaTech Hindmarsh Retail Store Café, as part of the ABC 90 for 90 Volunteer Challenge, followed by a tour of the retail store. The...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Jul 2022Wednesday, 6 July 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Mr Rod Bunten, as Patron, received Mrs Rita Dunn, President; Mrs Rae Frost, Vice President, and Mr Barry Frost, Secretary, Travellers’ Aid Society in South Australia Inc. In the afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received the Honourable...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jul 2022Tuesday, 5 July 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kerry de Lorme, Executive Director, James and Diana Ramsay Foundation. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Philip Roberts, President, and Ms Necia Pascale, Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Benevolent...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jul 2022Monday, 4 July 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Rafael Grossi, Director General, and Mr Diego Candano, Senior Advisor, International Atomic Energy Agency; His Excellency Richard Sadleir, Australia’s Ambassador to Vienna; and Mr Ian Biggs, Ambassador for Arms Control...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jul 2022Sunday, 3 July 2022
On Sunday afternoon, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon at Government House. In the evening at the Adelaide Town Hall, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Adelaide Youth Orchestras performance of Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jul 2022Saturday, 2 July 2022
On Saturday morning at Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened their 104th Annual Conference. In the afternoon at Elder Hall, the Governor, accompanied by Ms Sophie...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jul 2022Friday, 1 July 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jodeen Carney, Commissioner for Equal Opportunity. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a tour of Her Majesty’s Theatre, accompanied by Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director,...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jul 2022Thursday, 30 June 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Ian McConville, Chief of Protocol, and Ms Louise Murray, Assistant Director, Protection, Privileges and Immunities Section, Protocol Branch, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, followed by a...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jun 2022Wednesday, 29 June 2022
On Wednesday morning at Marleston, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, toured Warriappendi School and addressed staff and students. In the afternoon at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, as Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of Adelaide, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jun 2022Tuesday, 28 June 2022
On Tuesday morning at the Wangayarta, Smithfield Memorial Park, Evanston South, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Kaurna Wangayarta Western Mound Reburial Ceremony organised by the South Australian Museum and the Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jun 2022Monday, 27 June 2022
On Monday morning at RSL Care SA, Myrtle Bank, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, conducted a special investiture and presented the insignia for an award in the Order of Australia to Mr Roger Grund OAM. Later at Government House, the Governor received Professor Anne Edwards...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jun 2022Sunday, 26 June 2022
On Sunday afternoon at the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor, who is Patron, and Mr Bunten, attended the Navy League of Australia – South Australia Division’s annual luncheon. Afterwards at Wesley Uniting Church, the Governor and Mr Bunten, who is Patron, attended the Adelaide Harmony Choir’s...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jun 2022Saturday, 25 June 2022
On Saturday afternoon at the Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the South Australian launch of ‘The Centenarian Portrait Project by Teenagers’, an initiative of Embraced Inc., supported by the Australian Human Rights Commission,...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jun 2022Friday, 24 June 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, the Governor received Dr Michael Fullilove AM, Executive Director of the Lowy Institute, followed by a luncheon. In the evening at Her Majesty’s Theatre, the Governor, accompanied by Ms Katherine Bunten, attended a performance of ‘Songs My Mother Taught Me’,...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jun 2022Thursday, 23 June 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by ABC 891 Radio Adelaide. Afterwards, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council, and then departed for Canberra. In the evening, at the QT Hotel Canberra, marking United Nations Public...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jun 2022Wednesday, 22 June 2022
On Wednesday evening at Government House Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Naoise McDonagh, President, Australian Institute of International Affairs SA. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the Australian Institute of International Affairs SA. In the evening the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jun 2022Tuesday, 21 June 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Trevor Buzzacott OAM, Trachoma Education Specialist, Aboriginal Community Services. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Jane Johnson, Chief Executive, StudyAdelaide. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jun 2022Monday, 20 June 2022
On Monday morning Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Cameron Stokes, State Manager and Australian Electoral Officer for South Australia, Mr Paul Hawes, Director of Operations, and Ms Jennifer Everett, Branch Support Officer, Australian Electoral Commission South Australia, for the Returning...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jun 2022Friday, 17 June 2022
On Friday morning Her Excellency the Governor toured the Women's Information Service shopfront at the Office for Women, Department of Human Services in Adelaide, and afterwards attended a meeting of the Premier’s Council for Women.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jun 2022Thursday, 16 June 2022
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten were in Melbourne where the Governor attended a meeting with Their Excellencies the Governor-General and the Governors of other Australian States and the Administrator of the Northern Territory, before returning to Adelaide in the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jun 2022Wednesday, 15 June 2022
On Wednesday morning Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, departed for Melbourne to participate in a meeting with Their Excellencies the Governor-General and the Governors of other Australian States and the Administrator of the Northern Territory, hosted by Her Excellency the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Jul 2022Tuesday, 14 June 2022
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jan Adams AO PSM, Australian Ambassador to Japan, followed by a luncheon. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten received Professor Peter Høj AC, Vice-Chancellor, University of Adelaide and Professor Mandy...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jun 2022Sunday, 12 June 2022
On Sunday morning at the Christ Church North Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, read the Epistle at the Choral Eucharist to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's Birthday.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Jun 2022Friday, 10 June 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor held a virtual meeting with Ms Clare McLaughlin, Mayor of the City of Whyalla, and Ms Bernadette Abraham, President, Enterprising Women Whyalla. Afterwards the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Jun 2022Thursday, 9 June 2022
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited The St Vincent de Paul Society (SA)’s Women's Crisis Centre at Clearview, followed by a visit to the Elizabeth Hub, where the Governor thanked volunteers, as part of a series of visits to industry. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jun 2022Wednesday, 8 June 2022
On Wednesday evening at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted the second of two receptions held to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. In her speech to guests, Her Excellency announced the renaming of the Government House Morning Room as The Queen Elizabeth II Room.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jun 2022Tuesday, 7 June 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received Dr James Muecke AM, Lieutenant Governor of South Australia. Later, at Seaton, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as patrons of...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Jun 2022Monday, 6 June 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, received Ms Elizabeth Day, State Director, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Afterwards, the Governor conducted a phone interview with Ms Jess Adamson. Later, the Governor received Ms Kerrie Burmeister, Director, Office of...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jun 2022Saturday, 4 June 2022
On Saturday morning Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Radio. Later at the Air Force Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, placed a wreath at the Bomber Command Commemoration Service organised by the Royal Australian Air Force,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jun 2022Friday, 3 June 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Sarah Game MLC. Later at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, placed a wreath at the Aboriginal Veterans Commemorative...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jun 2022Thursday, 2 June 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Swati Dave, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Export Finance Australia, followed by breakfast. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor received Mr Jon...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jun 2022Wednesday, 1 June 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Mr David Penberthy and Mr Will Goodings, 5AA Breakfast Show. Afterwards the Governor received Ms Penny Pratt MP, Member for Frome. Later the Governor was interviewed by Ms Ali Clarke, Mix 102.3 Breakfast...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jun 2022Tuesday, 31 May 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea for Ms Barbara Reed, Ms Linda Zinchiri, Master Kai Zinchiri and Miss India Karger-Rowe, followed by a tour. Later the Governor received Ms Erin Thompson MP, Member for Davenport. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 May 2022Monday, 30 May 2022
On Monday morning at Southern Cross Care, North Plympton, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, conducted a special investiture and presented the insignia for awards in the Order of Australia to Mr Derek Butcher OAM and Mrs Margaret Butcher OAM. In the afternoon the Governor and...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 May 2022Saturday, 27 May 2022
To celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten invite you to visit Government House this Sunday to tour the state rooms, and view the Queen’s statue and memorabilia from the Queen’s visits. All are welcome between 12pm and 4pm, admission and tours...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 May 2022Friday, 27 May 2022
On Friday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Annual National Reconciliation Week Breakfast, hosted by Reconciliation South Australia. Later in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 May 2022Thursday, 26 May 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of SIDS and Kids South Australia, received Mr James Frearson-Lea, President of the Board, and Ms Liza Jankowski, Chief...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 May 2022Wednesday, 25 May 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Damien Walker, Chief Executive Officer, Department of the Premier and Cabinet. Later the Governor received, individually, Mr John Fulbrook MP, Member for Playford; The Honourable Laura Curran MLC; and Mrs Ashton...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 May 2022Tuesday, 24 May 2022
On Tuesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received, individually, Ms Catherine Hutchesson, Member for Waite; and Ms Sarah Andrews MP, Member for Gibson. In the afternoon the Governor received Mr Grant Stevens APM, Commissioner of Police and Assistant Commissioner Stuart...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 May 2022Monday, 23 May 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Sean Keenihan, Chair, StudyAdelaide, of which the Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons. During the day the Governor received, individually, Mrs Rhiannon Pearce MP, Member for King; The Honourable Reggie Martin MLC;...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 May 2022Sunday, 22 May 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor hosted a function for Mrs Jan Chorley, Chief Executive Officer, Australia Day Council and Mr Don Chorley; Mrs Negaya Chorley and Mr Gus Mclean; Mr Ian Smith, Chair, Anzac Day Committee, The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 May 2022Saturday, 21 May 2022
On Saturday morning Her Excellency the Governor took part in RoofClimb; a guided tour on the rooftop of Adelaide Oval.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 May 2022Friday, 20 May 2022
On Friday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Xavier Simonet, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Trade and Investment Commission, followed by a luncheon. During the day in the grounds of Government House, ceremonies were hosted by the SACE Board of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 May 2022Thursday, 19 May 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor hosted a morning tea to thank Electoral Commission of South Australia staff. In the afternoon the Governor received Uncle Moogy Sumner AM. During the day in...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 May 2022Wednesday, 18 May 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a virtual meeting with Dr Gordon de Brouwer PSM, National President, Institute of Public Administration Australia. Afterwards at the Barr Smith Library, the Governor viewed ‘Stories from the Archives, from Foundation to...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 May 2022Tuesday, 17 May 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Peter McVann, President, and Mr Neville Mead, Honorary Secretary, The Carbine Club of South Australia. Later the Governor received Mr Peter Kaye AM ESM, National Chief Executive Officer, The Duke of Edinburgh's...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 May 2022Monday, 16 May 2022
On Monday afternoon at Victoria Square, Her Excellency the Governor attended a concert hosted by Volunteering SA&NT, of which the Governor is patron, in recognition and celebration of National Volunteer Week. Later at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 May 2022Friday, 13 May 2022
On Friday afternoon at Marion, His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, Administrator of the State, placed a wreath at the Coral and Balmoral commemoration ceremony organised by the Vietnam Veterans’ Federation South Australian Branch
Published in: Daily Program / 13 May 2022Thursday, 12 May 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted, by video link, a Civics and Citizenship Roundtable Discussion with recipients of the Governor’s Civic Awards, followed a ceremony for the presentation of medallions and certificates to the award winners and a...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 May 2022Tuesday, 10 May 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor delivered, by video link, the keynote address at the 2022 Red Shield Appeal Adelaide launch hosted by The Salvation Army - South Australia. Later in the morning the Governor addressed, by video link, a reception for the launch of...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 May 2022Wednesday, 11 May 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, by video link, launched the book ‘Writing for his Life: Stewart Cockburn, Crusading Journalist’ by Ms Jennifer Cockburn. In the evening, also at Government House, His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, Administrator of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 May 2022Monday, 9 May 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, the Governor participated in a virtual meeting with Mr Russell Caird, Chairman, Ms Sigrid Pfaffle, Executive Director, and Ms Pamela Upton of the No Barriers Education Foundation, of which Her Excellency is Patron. In the afternoon, as patron of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 May 2022Sunday, 8 May 2022
On Sunday morning at Elder Park, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the 2022 Mother’s Day Classic. In the evening, Her Excellency retuned a positive result for COVID-19. Her Excellency is experiencing only mild symptoms so far and intends to fulfil her commitments virtually wherever...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 May 2022Saturday, 7 May 2022
On Saturday evening at the Naval, Military and Air Force Club of SA, Her Excellency the Governor, as Honorary Member, attended a commemoration dinner to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea.
Published in: Daily Program / 07 May 2022Friday, 6 May 2022
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Sally Townsend, Commissioner, South Australia – Japan and Korea, South Australian Government Trade and Investment Office, Tokyo. On Friday afternoon at Adelaide Showground, the Governor, as patron of Foodbank SA, addressed the guests at...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 May 2022Thursday, 5 May 2022
On Thursday morning at St Peter’s Cathedral, together with members of the SA Parliamentary Christian Fellowship, Her Excellency the Governor attended a service to mark the beginning of the 2022 State Parliamentary Year. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 May 2022Wednesday, 4 May 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Chris Picton MP, Minister for Health and Wellbeing. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, including Public Service Medals, Australian Fire Service Medals,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 May 2022Tuesday, 3 May 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received members of the Legislative Council for the presentation of the President of the Legislative Council. In the afternoon the Governor received members of the House of Assembly for the presentation of the Speaker of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 May 2022Monday, 2 May 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor held a virtual meeting with Professor John Fitzgerald, President; Ms Kylie Brass, Director of Policy and Research; and Dr Jon Lane, Senior Policy Analyst, Australian Academy of the Humanities. In the afternoon the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 May 2022Sunday, 1 May 2022
On Sunday morning at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, the Governor, as patron of the Australian-American Association in South Australia, placed a wreath at a commemorative service to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea, followed by a luncheon in the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 May 2022Saturday, 30 April 2022
On Saturday evening at Norwood, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Australian Dance Theatre's 2022 Gala Dinner.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Apr 2022Friday, 29 April 2022
On Friday morning Her Excellency the Governor departed for a Vice Regal visit to Murray Bridge where in the morning received a briefing from His Worship Mr Brenton Lewis, Mayor of the Rural City of Murray Bridge, and Mr Michael Sedgman, Chief Executive Officer. Later the Governor attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Apr 2022Thursday, 28 April 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor received Mr Mick Sherry, Electoral Commissioner of South Australia, and Mr David Gully, Deputy Electoral Commissioner for the return of the Writs for the...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Apr 2022Wednesday, 27 April 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr John Scales. Later in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, as patron of Guide Dogs Association of SA and NT, addressed the guests at a morning tea for International Guide Dog Day. In the afternoon the...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Apr 2022Tuesday, 26 April 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor received Dr Angela Macdonald PSM, Australian Ambassador-designate to Thailand. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Apr 2022Monday, 25 April 2022
On Monday morning Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), accompanied by Mr Bunten, placed a wreath at the Anzac Day Dawn Service at the National War Memorial, Adelaide. Afterwards, at Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Apr 2022Sunday, 24 April 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function for Mr Joe Thorp, Chair, State Theatre Company of South Australia and The Honourable Trish White AM; Mr Vince Ciccarello, Managing Director, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and Mrs Sandra Ciccarello; Ms Mia...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Apr 2022Saturday, 23 April 2022
On Saturday afternoon in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as guests of Alliance Française d'Adelaide, attended the screening of Farewell Mr Haffmann, as part of the Alliance Française French Film Festival.
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Apr 2022Friday, 22 April 2022
On Friday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Lot 50-Kanyanyapilla, McLaren Vale, an ancient Aboriginal cultural complex and a registered Aboriginal heritage site, and walked on country with Mr Karl Winda Telfer and Dr Gavin Malone to view their bicultural ecological and...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Apr 2022Thursday, 21 April 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Apr 2022Wednesday, 20 April 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Mr Bunten, as patron of Bowls SA, received Mr Tim Dodds, President, and Ms Taryn Sexton, Caretaker Chief Executive Officer.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Apr 2022Tuesday, 19 April 2022
On Tuesday morning Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, undertook a visit to RAAF Base Edinburgh, where the Governor inspected the Honour Guard and received a briefing on base operations. The Governor and Mr Bunten then visited the Officer’s Mess, followed by a visit to No. 92...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Apr 2022Sunday, 17 April 2022
On Sunday morning Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten attended a Choral Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Apr 2022Saturday, 16 April 2022
On Saturday at Oakbank, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied Mr Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, presented trophies to the winning connections at the Oakbank Racing Club’s 2022 Easter Racing Carnival.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Apr 2022Friday, 15 April 2022
On Friday morning Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten attended a Good Friday Service at St Peter’s Cathedral.
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Apr 2022Thursday, 14 April 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon the Governor, as patron of The Mothers' Union in the Diocese of Adelaide, received Mrs Marion McCall OAM, President. Also in the afternoon at The University of...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Apr 2022Wednesday, 13 April 2022
On Wednesday evening at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to celebrate 50 years of the State Theatre Company of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor received Mr Steven Marshall MP, Leader of the Opposition.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Apr 2022Tuesday, 12 April 2022
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Rosemary Huxtable PSM, Secretary, Australian Government Department of Finance, followed by a luncheon. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the Justice Reform Initiative.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Apr 2022Monday, 11 April 2022
On Monday afternoon in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation and were briefed on operations, as part of a series of visits to industry. Later at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Apr 2022Sunday, 10 April 2022
On Sunday morning the Governor addressed the guests and placed a wreath at the Mardi Gras Appreciation Service, followed by a tour of the Loxton Historical Village and visit to the Tree of Knowledge, before returning to Adelaide. In the evening at Government House, the Governor hosted a dinner...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Apr 2022Saturday, 9 April 2022
On Saturday morning Her Excellency the Governor departed for a Vice Regal visit to Loxton, where she met with Mr Leon Stasinowsky, Mayor of the District Council of Loxton Waikerie and Mrs Lynette Stasinowsky, and Ms Liz Dymmott OAM, Chair, and Mr Peter Magarey OAM, Coordinator, Loxton Mardi...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Apr 2022Friday, 8 April 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Brett Hackett, Australian Ambassador to Argentina. In the afternoon, the Governor received the Judging Panel of the Governor’s Multicultural Awards, followed by a luncheon. Guests included His Honour Judge Rauf Soulio,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Apr 2022Thursday, 7 April 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Bill Muirhead AM, followed by breakfast. Later in Adelaide, the Governor addressed the guests and unveiled a plaque to inaugurate The Wyatt Trust’s new philanthropy hub Inparrila. In the evening at the Adelaide...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Apr 2022Wednesday, 6 April 2022
On Wednesday Her Excellency the Governor continued her Vice Regal visit to Kangaroo Island, where in the morning, she visited Dudley Wines and toured the facility, followed by a community morning tea hosted by the Penneshaw Progress Association. In the afternoon the Governor toured the Penneshaw...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Apr 2022Tuesday, 5 April 2022
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor continued her Vice Regal visit to Kangaroo Island, where in the morning, she toured the Kangaroo Island Community Education Parndana facility and the Barramundi Production and Agricultural Learning facility and met with students, followed by a community...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Apr 2022Monday, 4 April 2022
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for a Vice Regal visit to Kangaroo Island, where, on arrival in Kingscote, she met with Mr Michael Pengilly, Mayor, and Mrs Nicki Putland, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Kangaroo Island Council, who then accompanied her throughout her...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Apr 2022Saturday, 2 April 2022
On Saturday afternoon in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor participated in a photoshoot with members of the South Australia Corgi group and their canine companions, in celebration of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Later at Port Adelaide, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Apr 2022Friday, 1 April 2022
On Friday morning at Crafers, Her Excellency the Governor addressed a session of the National Judicial College of Australia's Judicial Officers with Leadership Responsibilities Program. Later at Government House, the Governor officiated at the swearing-in of new Ministers.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Apr 2022Thursday, 31 March 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor placed a wreath at the commemorative service for the 101st anniversary of the formation of the Royal Australian Air Force. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Mar 2022Wednesday, 30 March 2022
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the guests and participated in the Mentors Walk in Adelaide along the River Torrens. In the afternoon at Hindmarsh, the Governor, as patron, visited Novita, as part of a series of visits to industry, where she toured the facilities and...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Mar 2022Tuesday, 29 March 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kathleen Lively, Consul-General of the United States of America, and Mr Jacob Goldschlarger, Political/Economic Advisor, Consulate-General of the United States of America, Melbourne. Later the Governor departed for a...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Mar 2022Monday, 28 March 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Australia Day Council of South Australia, received Ms Jan Chorley, Chief Executive Officer. In the afternoon the Governor held a virtual meeting with the Honourable Justice Andrew Scott Bell, President of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Mar 2022Sunday, 27 March 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor hosted a function for Dr Stephen Rodda, Chair, Hospital Research Foundation Group, Ms Kathryn Hudson, Master Hayden Rodda and Master Lewis Rodda; Mr Kim Cheater, Chair, South Australian Museum; and Mr Simon Schrapel AM, Chair, Foodbank SA, and...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Mar 2022Saturday, 26 March 2022
On Saturday evening at Her Majesty’s Theatre, Her Excellency the Governor and Ms Katherine Bunten attended the State Theatre Company of South Australia’s Opening Night of Girl From The North Country.
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Mar 2022Friday, 25 March 2022
On Friday morning at St Peter's Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Mothers' Union in the Diocese of Adelaide, attended the Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary (Lady Day) Service. In the afternoon the Governor visited the Adelaide Airport, as part of a series of visits to...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Mar 2022Thursday, 24 March 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Premier, the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council and officiated at the swearing-in of new Ministers and Parliamentary Secretaries. In the evening in Adelaide, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Mar 2022Wednesday, 23 March 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Her Honour Judge Karen Thomas, Judge of the District Court of South Australia, followed by a luncheon. In the evening at St Peter's Cathedral, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Church Service to celebrate the...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Mar 2022Tuesday, 22 March 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival Centre and the OzAsia Festival; Ms Annette Shun Wah, Festival Director, and Ms Joon-Yee Kwok, Executive Producer, OzAsia...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Mar 2022Monday, 21 March 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor officiated at the Swearing-In ceremony to appoint the Premier, Deputy Premier and Treasurer. Later in the morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a Vice Regal visit to the Adelaide Hills, where, in Sitrling, they met with...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Mar 2022Sunday, 20 March 2022
On Sunday morning at Government House, the Governor received the Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia, and, subsequently, Mr Peter Malinauskas MP, the Premier-Elect. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Adelaide Festival...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Mar 2022Saturday, 19 March 2022
On Saturday evening in Auburn, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Ms Katherine Bunten attended the performance of Germein: Good for a Girl, as part of the Adelaide Fringe.
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Mar 2022Friday, 18 March 2022
On Friday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Gabrielle Kelly AM, Chief Advisor, Climate Action in Green Industries SA, followed by a luncheon. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Peter Varghese AO, Chancellor of The University of Queensland...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Mar 2022Thursday, 17 March 2022
On Thursday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Brad Hocking, State President and Ms Michelle Kemp, Interim Chief Executive Officer, The St Vincent de Paul Society (SA). Later the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Bill Denny AM BM.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Mar 2022Wednesday, 16 March 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Leonie Muldoon, Chief Executive, Department for Trade and Investment. Later the Governor received Ms Joan Russell, President, International Women’s Day Association SA.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Mar 2022Tuesday, 15 March 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Adam Reid, Chief Executive, Department for Innovation and Skills; Ms Clare Feszczak, Executive Director, Student Pathways and Careers, Department for Education; Mr Brenan Dew, Centre Manager, Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Mar 2022Monday, 14 March 2022
On Monday morning at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the running of the 2022 TAB Adelaide Cup and presented the Adelaide Cup to the winning connections.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Mar 2022Sunday, 13 March 2022
On Sunday morning in Port Adelaide, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, address the gathering and laid a wreath at the U.S. Army Small Ships Association’s commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of Allied Service in the Pacific. In the evening at the Garden of Unearthly Delights, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 May 2022Saturday, 12 March 2022
On Saturday morning at the Vietnam War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 50th Anniversary of the return to Australia of ‘Vung Tau Ferry’ HMAS Sydney, with the remaining troops of the 1st Australian Task Force and 1st Australian Logistic...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Mar 2022Friday, 11 March 2022
On Friday morning at the University of Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor gave the opening address then took part in a panel discussion at the public forum ‘South Australia’s Global Future’. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Associate Professor Ben Hillman, Director,...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Mar 2022Thursday, 10 March 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr David Reynolds, Chief Executive, and Ms Jane Burton, Acting Executive Director, Budget and Performance, Department of Treasury and Finance. In the afternoon in the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor and Ms Sophie...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Mar 2022Wednesday, 9 March 2022
On Wednesday morning in Mount Barker, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the launch of ‘Cupid’s Koi Garden’, an Adelaide Festival event, followed by a tour of the Mt Barker Summit Sport and Recreation park. Later in the Adelaide Hills, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a tour...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Mar 2022Tuesday, 8 March 2022
On Tuesday morning in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a breakfast for International Women's Day. Afterwards the Governor received Ms Annabel Crabb, guest speaker at the breakfast, Mr MacDonald Crabb and Mrs Christobel Crabb. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Mar 2022Monday, 7 March 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received His Excellency Dr Thomas Fitschenm Ambassador of Germany, and Dr Ilona Stölken; and Mr Matthew Williams, Honorary Consul of Germany in South Australia. Afterwards the Governor received Ms Elizabeth Day,...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Mar 2022Saturday, 5 March 2022
On Saturday evening in the grounds of Government House, His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, as Governor’s Deputy, and Mrs Mena Muecke OAM, attended the Art Gallery of South Australia’s Vernissage Weekend Biennial Ambassadors Dinner.
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Mar 2022Friday, 4 March 2022
On Friday morning at the South Australian Museum, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the the opening of the 'Illustrating the Antipodes' exhibition. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke AM to be Governor's Deputy from 3:00 pm on...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Mar 2022Thursday, 3 March 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Adriano Stendardo, Consul of Italy in South Australia, and Mrs Clizia Restivo. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a Vice Regal visit to Whyalla, where in the evening at the Whyalla...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Mar 2022Thursday, 3 March 2022
On Wednesday morning at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Australian Migrant Resource Centre, addressed the guests at the launch of the 2022 International Women's Day Forum Building the future together. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Mar 2022Tuesday, 1 March 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor held a virtual meeting with the Honourable Justice Andrew Scott Bell, President of the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of NSW and Chair of the Planning Committee of the Judicial Officers with Leadership Responsibilities...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Mar 2022Monday, 28 February 2022
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Fiona Dorman, Chair, Premier's Council for Women.
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Feb 2022Saturday, 26 February 2022
On Saturday at Wayville, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the annual Recital of the Organ Music Society of Adelaide.
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Feb 2022Friday, 25 February 2022
On Friday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Phil Gaetjens, Secretary, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. In the evening at St Francis Xavier Cathedral, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Memorial Mass for Her Excellency Ms Francesca Tardioli,...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Feb 2022Thursday, 24 February 2022
On Thursday evening at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Leaders Institute of South Australia, and Mr Bunten, hosted a reception to launch the 2022 Governor's Leadership Program.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Feb 2022Wednesday, 23 February 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor held a virtual meeting with Her Excellency the Honourable Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria. Afterwards the Governor visited the Italian Consulate to sign a condolence book honouring Her Excellency Ms Francesca Tardioli,...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Feb 2022Tuesday, 22 February 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Carolyn Hewson AO. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Kerry Sanders, President, and Mr Tim Ryan, Chief Executive Officer, Multiple Sclerosis Society of South Australia and Northern Territory. Later the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Feb 2022Monday, 21 February 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Mr Bunten, as patronof the Adelaide Harmony Choir, received Mrs Vivienne Rusk, President of the Choir, and Ms Margaret Hosking, its Secretary. In the afternoon at the National Wine Centre of Australia, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering at...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Feb 2022Sunday, 20 February 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Installation of Pastor Paul Smith as Bishop of the Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand. In the evening, His Excellency Mr Kwok Fook Seng, High Commissioner of the Republic of Singapore and Mrs Pearl...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Feb 2022Saturday, 19 February 2022
On Saturday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council, dissolved the House of Assembly and issued writs for a General Election to be held on 19 March 2022. In the evening at Mile End, the Governor, as patron of Athletics South...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Feb 2022Friday, 18 February 2022
On Friday afternoon at the Art Gallery of South Australia, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a guided tour of Nutritional Index presented as part of the Adelaide Fringe. In the evening at the Garden of Unearthly Delights, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Best of Edinburgh...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Feb 2022Thursday, 17 February 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Feb 2022Wednesday, 16 February 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Helen Connolly, Commissioner for Children and Young People, followed by a luncheon. Later the Governor received Mr Karl Telfer. In the evening at the ACE Open Gallery, Lions Arts precinct, Adelaide, the Governor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Feb 2022Tuesday, 15 February 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Jack Heath, Chief Executive Officer, and Ms Kay Burton, State Manager SA, Philanthrophy Australia. Later the Governor, as patron of OARS Community Transitions, received Ms Annabel Shinkfield, Chair and...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Feb 2022Sunday, 13 February 2022
On Sunday morning at St Marys, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Women's Memorial Playing Fields Trust, accompanied by Mr Bunten and in the presence of Their Excellencies, placed a wreath at the 80th anniversary of Radji Beach Massacre Bangka Day Memorial Service.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Feb 2022Saturday, 12 February 2022
On Saturday morning at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Dedication Ceremony Reinstallation of Kaurna Reconciliation Sculptures. In the evening, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of Australia and...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Feb 2022Friday, 11 February 2022
On Friday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Michelle Lensink MLC, Minister for Human Services, and Ms Lois Boswell, Chief Executive, Department of Human Services. In the evening at the Adelaide Festival Theatre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Feb 2022Thursday, 10 February 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon the Governor and Bunten toured the South Australian Museum with...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Feb 2022Wednesday, 9 February 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Isobel Marshall, 2021 Young Australian of the Year and Co-Founder and Non-Executive Director, TABOO Period Products; Ms Kaz Eaton, Commodore, Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron; and Ms Caroline Rhodes, Board...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Feb 2022Tuesday, 8 February 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kirsteen Mackay, South Australian Government Architect. Later the Governor, as patron of Girl Guides South Australia, received Ms Kerrie Akkermans, Chief Executive Officer. In the afternoon the Governor received...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Feb 2022Sunday, 6 February 2022
On Sunday morning at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, delivered a reading at the Choral Eucharist in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function for Senator...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Feb 2022Saturday, 5 February 2022
On Sunday 6 February 2022, Australia will acknowledge the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty The Queen’s accession to the throne and the start of the Platinum Jubilee year by illuminating iconic buildings and monuments across Australia in purple. Government House will be among those buildings...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Feb 2022Thursday, 3 February 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor received The Honourable Robert Simms MLC. In the afternoon Mr Bunten received Mr Jeff Neale, District Governor, and Mr Brian Kretschmer, Area Governor - Area...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Feb 2022Wednesday, 2 February 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr John Brayley, Chief Psychiatrist; Ms Liz Prowse, Director of Mental Health Policy, Planning and Safety, Office of the Chief Psychiatrist; Mr David Kelly, Mr John Mannion and Ms Heather Nowak, Mental...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Feb 2022Wednesday, 2 February 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr John Brayley, Chief Psychiatrist; Ms Liz Prowse, Director of Mental Health Policy, Planning and Safety, Office of the Chief Psychiatrist; Mr David Kelly, Mr John Mannion and Ms Heather Nowak, Mental...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Feb 2022Tuesday, 1 February 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Fraser Ellis MP, Member for Narungga. In the afternoon the Governor received, individually, The Honourable Ian Hunter MLC and Mr Troy Bell MP, Member for Mount Gambier. Also in the afternoon, the Governor received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Feb 2022Monday, 31 January 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Mick Sherry, Electoral Commissioner of South Australia. Later the Governor received Ms Paula Luethen MP, Member for King. In the afternoon the Governor received the Honourable Justin Hanson MLC.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jan 2022Friday, 28 January 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency received the Honourable Clare Scriven MLC. Later at the Art Gallery of South Australia, the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the Tarnanthi exhibition. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Kevin Kleemann OAM and Mrs Jan...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jan 2022Thursday, 27 January 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor presided over the swearing-in of Dr James Muecke AM as Lieutenant-Governor of South Australia, before, together with Mr Bunten, hosting refreshments for...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jan 2022Wednesday, 26 January 2022
On Wednesday morning at Elder Park, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a smoking ceremony organised by Australia Day Council of South Australia. Later at Walkerville, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the 2022 Australia Day Awards...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jan 2022Tuesday, 25 January 2022
On Tuesday evening at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a Burns Supper. Guests included the Honourable David Speirs MP, Minister for Environment and Water; Mr Mark Jones QFSM, Chief Officer, SA Fire and Emergency Services Commission and Ms Elizabeth Andrews; Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jan 2022Monday, 24, January 2022
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received, individually, the Honourable Vincent Tarzia MP, Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Correctional Services and Member for Hartley; the Honourable Josh Teague MP, Minister for Planning and Local Government and...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jan 2022Saturday, 22 January 2022
On Saturday afternoon at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Commonwealth Bank Ashes Women's T20 International Australia v England.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jan 2022Friday, 21 January 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr James Muecke AM, Lieutenant Governor Designate. Afterwards the Governor received the Honourable John Gardner MP, Minister for Education.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jan 2022Thursday, 20 January 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, the Governor received Mr David Round AM. Afterwards the Governor received, individually, the Honourable Stephen Patterson MP, Member for Morphett; the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jan 2022Wednesday, 19 January 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received, individually, the Honourable Kyam Maher MLC; the Honourable Dennis Hood MLC; and Mr Joe Szakacs MP, Member for Cheltenham. Later the Governor received a phone call from His Excellency the Honourable Kim Beazley AC,...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jan 2022Tuesday, 18 January 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received, individually, Mr Lee Odenwalder MP, Member for Elizabeth; Mr Blair Boyer MP; Member for Wright; The Honourable Corey Wingard MP, Member for Gibson; The Honourable Dan van Holst Pellekaan MP, Member for Stuart; and Dr...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jan 2022Monday, 17 January 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received, individually, Mrs Carolyn Power MP, Member for Elder; and the Honourable Tom Koutsantonis MP, Member for West Torrens. In the afternoon the Governor also received, individually, Mr Tim Whetstone MP, Member for Chaffey;...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jan 2022Sunday, 16 January 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function. Guests included, Ms Courtney Morcombe, the Honourable Simon Birmingham, Ms Matilda Morcombe and Ms Amelia Morcombe.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jan 2022Friday, 14 January 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor received Mr Nick McBride MP, Member for MacKillop, followed by the Honourable Michelle Lensink MLC, Minister for Human Services. In the afternoon the...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jan 2022Thursday, 13 January 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Richard Harvey MP, Member for Newland, followed by the Honourable Tung Ngo MLC. In the afternoon, the Governor received the Honourable Emily Bourke MLC, Shadow Minister for Local Government and the City of Adelaide.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jan 2022Wednesday, 12 January 2022
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Rod Bunten received Mr Anthony Hurl, Managing Director, Tusmore Antiques, followed by a luncheon. Later the Governor received Ms Jayne Stinson MP, Member for Badcoe, followed by Mr Steve Murray MP, Member for Davenport.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Jan 2022Tuesday, 11 January 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Jing Lee MLC, Assistant Minister to the Premier. In the afternoon the Governor received Mr Adrian Pederick MP, Member for Hammond.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jan 2022Sunday, 9 January 2022
On Sunday afternoon at the Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Tennis SA Adelaide International, at the conclusion of which Her Excellency presented the Winner’s Trophy.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jan 2022Tuesday, 28 December 2021
On Tuesday morning at the Old Gum Tree Reserve, Glenelg North, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, read the Proclamation of South Australia, addressed the gathering and presented the Governor’s Civic Awards at the South Australian Proclamation Day commemoration and community...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Dec 2021Saturday, 25 December 2021
On Saturday morning at St Peter’s Cathedral, the Governor attended the Festive Choral Eucharist.
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Dec 2021Friday, 24 December 2021
On Friday evening at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Dec 2021Thursday, 23 December 2021
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Edwardstown, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Foodbank SA, where they met with staff and volunteers, toured the premises and were briefed on operations. In the afternoon at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Dec 2021Wednesday, 22 December 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable John Dawkins MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later the Governor received Ms Rebecca Clarke, Principal, Walford Anglican School for Girls. In the evening, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Dec 2021Tuesday, 21 December 2021
On Tuesday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Hutt Street Centre, where they toured the Centre and were briefed on operations, met with staff, clients and volunteers and assisted with the lunch service. In the afternoon the Governor received, individually, The...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Dec 2021Monday, 20 December 2021
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Major Lance Jeffrey, Divisional Leader, and Mr Mark Foyle, Public Relations Secretary for South Australia, The Salvation Army - South Australia. In the afternoon the Governor received, individually, Mr Robert Taylor; Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Dec 2021Friday, 17 December 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Lord Ian Botham Kt OBE, United Kingdom Trade Envoy, and Mr Stephen Lysaght, British Consul General. In the afternoon at the Glenelg Town Hall, the Governor met with Ms Amanda Wilson, Mayor, and Ms Marnie Lock, General...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Dec 2021Thursday, 16 December 2021
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Osborne Naval Shipyard, the Governor attended the official launch...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Dec 2021Wednesday, 15 December 2021
On Wednesday Her Excellency the Governor continued her Vice Regal visit to the south-east. In the morning the Governor visited the Robe Town Entrance Statement and was briefed on the new structure, followed by a breakfast at The Adventurous Spoon with Ms Alison Nunn, Mayor and Mr James Holyman,...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Dec 2021Tuesday, 14 December 2021
On Tuesday morning Her Excellency the Governor departed for a Vice Regal visit to the south‑east of the state, where at the Mount Gambier Civic Centre she met with Mrs Lynette Martin OAM, Mayor, and Ms Sarah Philpott, Chief Executive Officer, City of Mount Gambier, councillors and General...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Dec 2021Monday, 13 December 2021
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor took part in a virtual meeting with other Australian governors. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a dinner for the United Kingdom Trade Envoy, Lord Ian Botham Kt OBE hosted by the British Honorary Consul, Mr Ian...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2021Friday, 10 December 2021
On Friday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor convened the selection process for the Governor’s South Australian Certificate of Education Commendation. In the evening at Port Noarlunga Surf Life Saving Club, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Dec 2021Thursday, 9 December 2021
On Thursday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards the Governor, as patron of the Australian Red Cross - South Australia, accompanied by Mr Bunten, unveiled a plaque and officially opened their new Head Office. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Dec 2021Wednesday, 8 December 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable John Dawkins, MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later the Governor received Her Excellency Mrs Marion Derckx, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands; Mr Frank Weits, Honorary Consul of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Dec 2021Tuesday, 7 December 2021
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor welcomed guests at a function for Mrs Gillian Forwood. Guests included Mrs Joan Maude, Mrs Helen Clarkson, Mrs Annette Moretti and Mrs Helen Dowdy. During the day volunteers from The State Library of South Australia toured...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Dec 2021Monday, 6 December 2021
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Wahidullah Waissi, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, and Mr Fahim Hashimy, Founder and Director of the Ghan International Film Festival. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten received Ms Genéne...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Dec 2021Friday, 3 December 2021
On Friday morning in the grounds of Government House, Mr Bunten, on behalf of Her Excellency the Governor, addressed the guests and greeted athletes and officers participating in the Special Olympics South Australia’s Law Enforcement Torch Run on International Day of People with Disability...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Dec 2021Thursday, 2 December 2021
The Lieutenant Governor, Professor Brenda Wilson AM, has been appointed as Administrator of the State from 10:00 am on Thursday, 2 December 2021. On Thursday afternoon at Parliament House, Her Excellency the Administrator presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Dec 2021Wednesday, 1 December 2021
On Wednesday Her Excellency the Governor delivered, by video message, a keynote address to the Colaba Conversation, a Mumbai-based international policy forum. In the morning at UniSA Magill Campus, Mr Bunten met with Dr Michael Myers OAM, Founder and Chairman, Re‑Engineering Australia Foundation...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Dec 2021Tuesday, 30 November 2021
On Tuesday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the City of Onkaparinga, where they met with Ms Erin Thompson, Mayor, and Mr Scott Ashby, Chief Executive Officer, who accompanied the Governor and Mr Bunten during their visit. Afterwards at the Woodcroft Community...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Nov 2021Monday, 29 November 2021
On Monday morning at Government House Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Malcolm McInerney, Manager, Humanities Projects, Curriculum Programs, Curriculum and Learning Division, Department for Education. Afterwards the Governor received Ms Amanda Wilson, Mayor, and Ms Marnie Lock, General...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2021Sunday, 28 November 2021
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function. Guests included, Commander Alastair Cooper ADC RAN, Mrs Karen Cooper and Miss Rachel Cooper; Brigadier Graham Goodwin CSC, Mrs Jenny Goodwin and Ms Sophie Goodwin; Group Captain Pete Mitchell and Mrs Emma...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Nov 2021Saturday, 27 November 2021
On Saturday morning at Mixed Goods Studios, Her Excellency the Governor viewed the ‘We Bleed’ art exhibition by Taboo Period Products.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Nov 2021Friday, 26 November 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten farewelled General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd), Lady Lynne Cosgrove and Mr Matt Anderson PSM. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Junji Shimada, Consul-General of Japan...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Nov 2021Thursday, 25 November 2021
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards in Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook an industry visit to Lot Fourteen. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received General...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Nov 2021Wednesday, 24 November 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a function for the Arts Festivals. Guests included, Ms Heather Croall, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Fringe; Ms Kathie Massey, Interim Executive Director, Adelaide Festival; Ms Annette Tripodi, Associate...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Nov 2021Tuesday, 23 November 2021
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Honour Judge Rauf Soulio, Chair, Governor’s Multicultural Awards Judging Panel. Afterwards, the Governor received the Honourable Marjorie Jackson-Nelson AC CVO MBE followed by a luncheon. In the afternoon, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Nov 2021Monday, 22 November 2021
On Monday morning in West Lakes Shore, Her Excellency the Governor met with Ms Alacoque Tunney, Club Captain, Adelaide University Boat Club. Later, the Governor met with students from O’Sullivan Beach Primary School during their tour of Government House. Afterwards, the Governor received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Nov 2021Friday, 19 November 2021
On Friday morning at the Salisbury War Memorial, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, placed a wreath at the Salisbury commemorative service and P-3 Orion Propeller dedication organised by The Returned and Services League of Australia – Salisbury Sub-Branch. In the afternoon the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2021Thursday, 18 November 2021
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to The City of Unley, where they met with Mr Michael Hewitson AM, Mayor, and Mr Jordan Dodd, Deputy Mayor, who accompanied the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Nov 2021Wednesday, 17 November 2021
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms HE Lanjing, Dean of the Consular Corps of South Australia and Consul-General of the People's Republic of China, and Mr PI Lijun, Deputy Consul-General of the People's Republic of China. Afterwards the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Nov 2021Tuesday 16, November 2021
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a function for the major arts companies. Guest included, Mr Vincent Ciccarello, Managing Director, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra Pty Ltd; Ms Yarmila Alfonzetti, Executive Director, and Mr Stuart Maunder AM, Artistic...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Nov 2021Monday, 15 November 2021
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr John Holmes, Chair, the Independent Arts Foundation. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Independent Arts Foundation. In the evening at Pridham Hall, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Nov 2021Sunday, 14 November 2021
On Sunday afternoon at Victoria Square, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the 2021 Multicultural Festival hosted by The Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Nov 2021Saturday, 13 November 2021
On Saturday afternoon at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill's 72nd Annual Race Day. In the evening at the Adelaide Oval, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, blew the whistle to herald the start of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Nov 2021Friday, 12 November 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival Centre; Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Director, Art Gallery of South Australia; Mr Brian Oldman, Director, South Australian Museum; Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Nov 2021Thursday, 11 November 2021
On Thursday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Remembrance Day breakfast hosted by Military and Emergency Services Health Australia. Afterwards the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at the South Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Nov 2021Wednesday, 10 November 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Grant Stevens APM, Commissioner of South Australia Police. In the afternoon the Governor received The Honourable Sir Eric Neal AC CVO, followed by a luncheon. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Todd...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Nov 2021Tuesday, 9 November 2021
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr Lisa Slade, Assistant Director, Artistic Programs, Art Gallery of South Australia. Later the Governor received Ms Nerida Saunders PSM, Executive Director, Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation,...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Nov 2021Monday, 8 November 2021
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mrs Miriam Cocking, Chairperson and Ms Helena Kyriazopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, Multicultural Communities Council of South Australia. Also in the morning Mr Bunten received Mr Andrew Nunn, South Australian Chief...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Nov 2021Sunday, 7 November 2021
On Sunday the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the Copper Coast to participate in the Sir Richard Williams RAAF Centenary Celebrations. In the morning they met Group Captain Pete Mitchell DSC OAM, representing the Senior Australian Defence Force Officer – Edinburgh and Ms Roslyn...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Nov 2021Saturday, 6 November 2021
On Saturday afternoon at Outer Harbor, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the sailing season at the 152nd Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron’s Opening Day.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Nov 2021Friday, 5 November 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Bill Lowther SC, SA representative for the Australian Bravery Association. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, including a Bravery Medal. In the evening at Eudunda,...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Nov 2021Thursday, 4 November 2021
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, including Public Service Medals, an Australian Corrections Medal and an...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Nov 2021Wednesday, 3 November 2021
On Wednesday morning at the Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Breakfast of Remembrance 2021 hosted by The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch). Later the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Nov 2021Tuesday, 2 November 2021
On Tuesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, including Australian Police Medals. The Governor and Mr Bunten also hosted a luncheon. Guests included Commander Alastair Cooper ADC RAN, Commanding Officer, Navy...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Nov 2021Monday, 1 November 2021
On Monday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. In the afternoon the Governor received The Honourable Dan Cregan MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Nov 2021Sunday, 31 October 2021
On Sunday evening at St Peter’s Cathedral, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, delivered a reading at the Commissioning and Installation of The Right Reverend Chris McLeod as the Dean of St Peter's Cathedral.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Oct 2021Saturday, 30 October 2021
On Saturday afternoon at Gladys Elphick Park / Narnungga (Park 25), Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and placed a wreath at the rededication of the WWI Railway Workers Memorial organised by the Royal Australian Engineers Central Region. The refurbishment...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Oct 2021Friday, 29 October 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Gemma Jones, Editor, The Advertiser, followed by a breakfast. Later the Governor received Mr Michael Wait SC, Solicitor-General for South Australia. In the evening at the Adelaide Oval, the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Oct 2021Thursday, 28 October 2021
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Joanne Denley, Chair, Board of Directors and Mr David Coltman, Chief Executive, TAFE SA. In the evening the Governor and...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Oct 2021Wednesday, 27 October 2021
On Wednesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as Chair of the South Australian Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee, convened the final interviews for the selection of the 2022 Rhodes Scholar for South Australia and hosted the announcement of the successful candidate.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Oct 2021Tuesday, 26 October 2021
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as Chair of the South Australian Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee, convened interviews for the selection of the 2022 Rhodes Scholar for South Australia and hosted a luncheon for Committee Members and candidates. The...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Oct 2021Monday, 25 October 2021
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mrs Margie Berlemon AM, President, Children's Week Association of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation of the Children's Week Association of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Oct 2021Sunday, 24 October 2021
On Sunday afternoon at St John’s Anglican Church, Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor presented the Young Virtuoso Awards to winners following a competition hosted by the Music Broadcasting Society of South Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Oct 2021Friday, 22 October 2021
On Friday afternoon at the National Wine Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten addressed the guests at a function hosted by Professor Peter Høj AC, Vice-Chancellor and President, The University of Adelaide. Later at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Oct 2021Thursday, 21 October 2021
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor received the Honorary Consul of the United Kingdom, Mr Ian Smith AM. In the afternoon the Governor and Mr Bunten received The Honourable Chris Sumner AM,...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Oct 2021Wednesday, 20 October 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Steven Marshall MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor met with the Honourable Dan Cregan MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly. Later the Governor received Mr Peter Tsokas, Chair, and Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Oct 2021Tuesday, 19 October 2021
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their Vice Regal visit to Whyalla and Port Augusta. In the morning the Governor and Mr Bunten toured the Whyalla Steelworks and were briefed on operations. In the afternoon at Port Augusta, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with Mr Brett...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Oct 2021Monday, 18 October 2021
On Monday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a Vice Regal visit to Whyalla and Port Augusta, where they met with Ms Clare McLaughlin, Mayor and Mr Justin Commons, Chief Executive, City of Whyalla, and were briefed on current projects in the Whyalla region. Afterwards...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Oct 2021Saturday, 16 October 2021
On Saturday afternoon in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the annual South Australian St John Awards Day hosted by St John Ambulance Australia SA.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Oct 2021Friday, 15 October 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Martyn Campbell, Executive Director and Ms Prema Osborne, Director, Workplace Education & Business Services, SafeWork SA. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Oct 2021Thursday, 14 October 2021
On Thursday morning at the Adelaide Showground, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at a function to launch the #MyLifeChoices - Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle Expo hosted by the Catalyst Foundation. Later the Governor presided over a meeting of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Oct 2021Wednesday, 13 October 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House Her Excellency the Governor received members of the House of Assembly for the presentation of the new Speaker of the House of Assembly. After the Governor received Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Director, and Dr Lisa Slade, Assistant Director of Artistic...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Oct 2021Tuesday, 12 October 2021
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Karen Limb, Chair and Mr Mark Groote, Chief Executive Officer, St John Ambulance Australia SA. Afterwards the Governor received Mr Sean Keenihan, Chair and Ms Karyn Kent, Chief Executive Officer, StudyAdelaide. In...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Oct 2021Monday, 11 October 2021
On Monday evening at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function for the presentation of the Honorary Aides-de-Camp.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Oct 2021Saturday, 10 October 2021
On Sunday the public rooms and the grounds of Government House were opened for viewing by members of the community.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Oct 2021Saturday, 9 October 2021
On Saturday morning at the Korean War Memorial, Hindmarsh, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, placed a wreath at the Korean 'Missing in Action' Memorial Service, organised by the Korea & South East Asia Forces Association of Australia - South Australia Branch. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Oct 2021Friday, 8 October 2021
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Brigadier Graham Goodwin CSC, Army Area Representative – South Australia, Australian Army; Air Commodore Ross Bender, Senior Australian Defence Force Officer – Edinburgh Precinct, Royal Australian Air Force and Commander...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Oct 2021Thursday, 7 October 2021
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency Professor Brenda Wilson AM, Administrator, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later in the morning, Ms Frances Adamson AC took the Oath of Allegiance and Office as the 36th Governor of South Australia at a State Ceremony held in the grounds of...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Oct 2021Wednesday, 6 October 2021
Government House will be open to the public this Sunday from 10am to 4pm. All are welcome, admission and tours are free and no bookings are required.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Oct 2021Tuesday, 5 October 2021
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency Professor Brenda Wilson AM, Administrator, received The Honourable John Dawkins MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Government House will be open to the public this Sunday from 10am to 4pm. All are welcome, admission and tours are...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Oct 2021Thursday, 30 September 2021
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency Professor Brenda Wilson AM, Administrator, received Ms April Lawrie, Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Sep 2021Wednesday, 29 September 2021
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency Professor Brenda Wilson AM, Administrator, received The Honourable Josh Teague MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly. Later at Taperoo, Her Excellency the Administrator placed a wreath at the National Police Remembrance Day Memorial Service...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Sep 2021Tuesday, 4 October 2022
On Tuesday morning Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Adelaide for a Vice-Regal visit to the APY Lands, accompanied by the Honourable Joe Szakacs MP, Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Correctional Services and Mrs Hannah Szakacs, and hosted by Mr Grant Stevens APM LEM,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Oct 2022Wednesday, 5 October 2022
On Wednesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their Vice-Regal visit to the APY Lands. In the morning the Governor and Mr Bunten travelled from Yalara to Amata where they visited Cave Hill and Amata Police Station, and in the afternoon visited Umuwa Police Station, followed by...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Oct 2022Thursday, 6 October 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later at Hindmarsh, the Governor, as patron, accompanied by Mr Bunten, undertook a visit to Meals on Wheels (SA), where they toured the premises and met with staff and...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Oct 2022Friday, 7 October 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation of the Safework SA 2022 Augusta Zadow Awards. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Showground, the Governor, as patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Oct 2022Saturday, 8 October 2022
On Saturday morning Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, unveiled a plaque at the official opening of the newly redeveloped South Australian Women's Memorial Playing Fields at St Marys. In the afternoon in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Oct 2022Sunday, 9 October 2022
On Sunday morning at St Peter’s Cathedral, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Eucharist Service with the Archbishop of Canterbury. In the evening at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Katherine Bunten attended the Adelaide Festival performance of '9 to 5'. On Sunday...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Oct 2022Monday, 10 October 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Zahra Foundation Australia, received Ms Natasha Malani, Chairperson, and Ms Kelly-Ann Tansley, General Manager. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of Orana Australia Limited, visited Orana’s...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Oct 2022Tuesday, 11 October 2022
On Tuesday morning at the State Library of South Australia, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of South Australian National Football League, and Mr Bunten, undertook a tour of the History Exhibition ‘Our footy, our people, our stories: 145 Years of SANFL’. Afterwards at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Oct 2022Wednesday, 12 October 2022
On Wednesday morning Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as patrons, received Rear Admiral the Honourable Kevin Scarce AC CSC RAN (Rtd), Chair, and Mr David Wark, Chief Executive Officer, Operation Flinders...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Oct 2022Thursday, 13 October 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron, received Mr Peter Graham OAM, Chair and Life Member, SwimmingSA, and Life Member, Swimming Australia; Mr John Vine Hall, President, Archery South Australia; Mr Peter Royle, Commodore, Adelaide Sailing Club; Mr Jamie...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Oct 2022Friday, 14 October 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Senator Barbara Pocock. Later the Governor received Mr Steve Georganas MP, Federal Member for Adelaide. In the afternoon at The University of Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 2022 Julia Gillard Public...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Oct 2022Saturday, 15 October 2022
On Saturday afternoon in the Grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as Deputy Prior of the Order of St John, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the St John Ambulance Australia SA Investiture and Awards Day, where she was invested as a Dame of...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Oct 2022Sunday, 16 October 2022
On Sunday morning at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed The Honourable Chief Justice Chris Kourakis to be Governor's Deputy from 10:00 am on Sunday, 16 October 2022 until 5:29 pm on Tuesday, 18 October...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Oct 2022Tuesday, 18 October 2022
Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke AM to be Governor's Deputy from 5:30 pm on Tuesday, 18 October 2022 until 11:00 am on Saturday, 29 October 2022.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Oct 2022Thursday, 20 October 2022
On Thursday morning His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Oct 2022Thursday, 27 October 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening in Adelaide, the Governor’s Deputy addressed the guests and presented awards at Children's Research Foundation Annual Awards event on...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Oct 2022Friday, 28 October 2022
During the day, students from Thebarton Senior College toured Government House. Government House will be open to the public tomorrow from 10am to 4pm in conjunction with Children’s Week 2022. All are welcome, admission and tours are free and no bookings are required.
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Oct 2022Saturday, 29 October 2022
On Saturday afternoon at North Haven, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the 2022/2023 Sailing Season and presented awards at the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia’s Opening Day.
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Oct 2022Sunday, 30 October 2022
On Sunday morning at Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor, as patron of Trojan's Trek, addressed the participants of the annual Young Veterans' Charity Walk. During the day, the public rooms and the grounds of Government House were opened for viewing by members of the community. In the evening at...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Oct 2022Monday, 31 October 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Nguyen Thanh, Ambassador, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, followed by breakfast. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens hosted by the Botanic Gardens of South Australia, and The Rose Society of...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Oct 2022Tuesday, 1 November 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Sam Crafter, Chief Executive Officer, Hydrogen Power SA. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of Children's Week...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Nov 2022Wednesday, 2 November 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Mat Tinkler, Chief Executive Officer, Save the Children Australia, and Ms Breony Carbines, Regional Manager, Save the Children Australia – South Australia. Later in Adelaide, the Governor, as patron of the Lyceum...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Nov 2022Thursday, 3 November 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later the Governor, as Chair of the South Australian Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee, convened the interviews for the selection of the 2023 Rhodes Scholar for South...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Nov 2022Friday, 4 November 2022
On Friday morning at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor attended the OzAsia Festival's 'In Other Words' Business Breakfast. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Nov 2022UNESCO Adelaide Awards
Rod and I are delighted to join you as joint patrons to recognise the work of the Adelaide Chapter of the UNESCO Clubs and to present four awards. Firstly, thank you to Harriet and Will for your lovely welcome and the beautiful flowers. To Rosemary, thank you for generously hosting this function...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Nov 2022Reception to present the Wisdom Treasure Award
I warmly welcome everyone to Government House this afternoon to present the Wisdom Treasure Award to Uncle Bunna Lawrie and Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann. Unfortunately, Dr Miriam-Rose is unable to be with us this, so we welcome her sister, Pilawuk White, to receive the award on her...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Nov 2022Reception to celebrate 50 years of Multiple Sclerosis Society SA and NT
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate 50 years of MS Australia and to thank you for the incredibly important work that you do for the 25,000 Australians who are living with multiple sclerosis. When Multiple Sclerosis Australia was established in 1972, someone diagnosed...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Nov 2022Patronage Garden Party
Rod and I warmly welcome everyone to Government House today. Since returning to Adelaide just over a year ago, I have been reminded of South Australia’s deep sense of community and our culture of volunteering. In fact, since my formative years here I have the sense that spirit has only...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Nov 2022Reception for Cystic Fibrosis
Rod and I as joint patrons warmly welcome you all to Government House to mark the 50th anniversary of Cystic Fibrosis SA. At last after two years of disruption due to the pandemic we can come together and celebrate the incredible work that Cystic Fibrosis SA does in our community. Recently, we...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Nov 2022Reception for 2022 Student Citizenship Awards
Rod and I are very pleased to welcome you all to Government House. This evening we celebrate the ‘top 10’ students who have received an award with distinction in the 2022 Order of Australia Association Student Citizenship Awards. Congratulations to all of you! I note a number of other students...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Nov 2022Queen's Platinum Jubilee Tree Planting
Rod and I are very pleased to join you today to take part in the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Commemorative Tree Planting. This is our second visit to Lot50K. Earlier this year we were privileged to spend the morning here with Gavin and Karl, learning about the indigenous and non-indigenous history...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Nov 2022Vietnam-Australia Centre
I’m so pleased to join you on my first visit to Vietnam as the Governor of South Australia. But while this is my first visit as Governor, it is not, of course, my first visit to Vietnam. I was here most recently in 2019 during my time as Secretary of Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Nov 2022StudyAdelaide Dinner, Ho Chi Minh City
It is my great pleasure to be here with you today. On this, my first overseas engagement as Governor of South Australia, I am dedicated to fostering stronger connections between Vietnam and South Australia through education and by supporting the education and career aspirations of Vietnamese...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2022Wine Promotion Event
It is my great pleasure to be here with you today. South Australia values our international friendship and partnership with Vietnam. We recognise that Vietnamese consumers are demanding high quality, premium products. Today, we are focussing on wine. South Australia's wines are at the heart of...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2022University Study Support Association Ceremony, Ho Chi Minh City
It is my great pleasure to be here with you. My delegation is delighted to be back in Vietnam and, in particular, Ho Chi Minh City. On this, my first overseas engagement as Governor of South Australia, I am dedicated to fostering stronger connections between Vietnam and South Australia through...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2022South Australia Club Dinner
I am very pleased to be with the Singapore Chapter of the South Australia Club this evening. Whether you are a chapter member, looking to become a member or are otherwise interested in growing connections with South Australia, welcome and thank you for coming. As Australia's largest trade and...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Nov 2022Opening of the Royal Australian Yacht Squadron 2022/23 season
It’s Rod’s and my great pleasure to join you for the opening of the new sailing season, in the 153rd year of the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron. I look forward to declaring the sailing season open a little later in proceedings. Spring is traditionally the time when yacht clubs emerge from...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Nov 2022Reception for OzAsia 'In Other Words' Program
Welcome to Government House this afternoon in celebration of the In Other Words program, as part of OzAsia Festival. Many of you have travelled from interstate or overseas to take part in the festival, and I thank you for joining us. Congratulations to OzAsia Festival on reaching 15 years in...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Nov 2022Reception for Churchill Fellowship recipients
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate and recognise the achievements of the six outstanding South Australian recipients of the 2022 Churchill Fellowships. This is the first time I have had the honour of presenting the South Australian recipients of Churchill...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Nov 2022Reception for the Debating SA Awards Presentation
Welcome everyone to Government House. Rod and I are delighted to host you for this presentation ceremony. In particular, I am delighted to meet you tonight for the first time as Governor and in my role as Patron. As I look around the room and see so many vibrant young debaters, it brings back...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Nov 2022Officially launch the Lyceum Club Adelaide Centenary Book: One Hundred Years of Women’s Voices
It is wonderful to be with you once again as your Patron and to continue my connection with the Lyceum Club of Adelaide. With the official launch of the book 100 Years of Women’s Voices 1922-2022 we participate in the continuum of this year’s celebrations which I have been delighted to be part...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Nov 2022Reception to present the 2022 Children’s Week Awards
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to welcome you to Government House to present the 2022 Children’s Week Awards. It is our particular honour to do so as joint patrons of the Children’s Week Association of South Australia. As you all know, Universal Children’s Day was established by the United Nations...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Nov 2022Reception to thank supporters, service providers and volunteers of Foodbank SA
In my first year as Governor, staff and volunteers of Foodbank SA kindly welcomed Rod and me to the Foodbank Edwardstown headquarters.It is our pleasure to now reciprocate and host you here at Government House this evening and to acknowledge the outstanding contribution of Foodbank supporters and...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2022Unveiling the plaque of the Queen Adelaide statue
Rod and I are very pleased to be with you this afternoon for the launch of the Queen Adelaide statue, here in the International Rose Garden. What a wonderful time and place to be unveiling this work, surrounded by the full bloom of spring roses. I acknowledge the Adelaide Botanic Gardens and the...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2022United Nations Association of Australia - South Australia Division Annual Dinner
It is my great pleasure to join you for your annual United Nations Day Dinner. This is the first time I have engaged formally with the United Nations Association of SA community, and I thank you for the invitation to be here this evening. As a diplomat, and particularly having served early in my...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2022Annual Young Veteran’s Charity Walk Trojan’s Trek
It’s wonderful to see so many people here limbering up to take part in the annual Young Veterans’ Charity walk. Your efforts today go towards the Trojan’s Trek program supporting young veterans returning from combat duties and first responders, enabling them to be “gentle warriors”. From my...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2022Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia Opening Day
It’s great to be back at the Cruising Yacht Club for the opening of the 2022-23 sailing season. I was delighted to be here earlier this month to present trophies at the inaugural South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta, an extraordinary event of 300 women, coming together, vocally and...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Oct 2022Wizards of Oz Book Launch
It is my great pleasure to join you this evening to support my former colleague, Dr Brett Mason, as we launch his book, Wizards of Oz: How Oliphant and Florey helped win the war and shape the modern world, here in South Australia. I have worked with Brett in his capacity as Assistant Minister for...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2022Australian Commonwealth Games Team Australian Sports Medal presentations
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House for the presentation of the Australian Sports Medals to our South Australian Commonwealth Games team. We also send our warmest wishes to those who could not join us this afternoon because of training commitments. We wish them...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2022Student Leader Receptions
Welcome everyone to Government House, particularly those who have travelled from regional areas. Rod and I are delighted you could be with us for this special occasion. Congratulations to you all on being chosen to attend this Reception and being leaders in your school communities. We know the...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Oct 2022Cystic Fibrosis SA Remembrance Ceremony
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to the Government House grounds. It is an honour for us both to do so, continuing the tradition of this annual event, which was first held in these grounds five years ago. Friends, Today we have gathered to remember the people cystic fibrosis has taken from us,...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Oct 2022Goolwa Yacht Club Season
Rod and I are delighted to be with you today for the opening of the 2022-23 sailing season together with our daughter Katherine. We are particularly appreciative of your kind gesture in making us honorary members. Rod and I enjoyed our visit in July to this region and learned a great deal about...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Oct 2022Reception for 2022 Augusta Zadow Awards
My husband Rod and I are pleased to welcome you to Government House, during National Safe Work Month, for the presentation of the Augusta Zadow Awards. Along with other pioneering women, Augusta Zadow dedicated her life to improving women’s circumstances and ensuring opportunity. Her appointment...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Oct 2022Reception for the Archbishop of Canterbury
It is Rod's and my great pleasure to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the visit of His Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury to South Australia. Adelaide is the second destination on the Archbishop’s busy Australian tour, and I trust, Your Grace, that you are enjoying your time with...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Oct 2022Official opening of the new P.R. Begg Museum
It is my great pleasure to join you to officially open the new P. R. Begg museum. In doing so we celebrate the outstanding work of Dr Percy Raymond Begg and acknowledge his world-renowned research and innovative clinical techniques. I am also delighted to bring a Vice Regal connection to today’s...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Sep 2022Monday, 28 November 2022
On Monday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in Toyko, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with His Excellency Mr Peter Roberts OAM, Australian Chargé d’Affaires to Japan; Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Nov 2022Sunday, 27 November 2022
On Sunday evening in Tokyo, the Governor and Mr Bunten were met by His Excellency Mr Peter Roberts OAM, Australian Chargé d’Affaires to Japan and Ms Sally Townsend, Regional Director – Japan and Korea, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, North East Asia office. Later, they attended a dinner...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Nov 2022Saturday, 26 November 2022
On Saturday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in Oxford, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a morning tea at the University College Boathouse, Oxford. There, they met with...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Nov 2022Friday, 25 November 2022
On Friday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in London, the Governor and Mr Bunten, met with, individually, Mr Dan Raven, Founder, National Park City concept, and Mr Mark...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Nov 2022Thursday, 24 November 2022
On Thursday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning the Governor and Mr Bunten, met with, individually, The Right Honourable Tobias Elwood MP, Chair, House of Commons Defence...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Nov 2022Wednesday, 23 November 2022
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in London, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with The Honourable David Ridgway, Agent General for South Australia. Afterwards...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Nov 2022Tuesday, 22 November
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Her Excellency the Honourable Dame Annette King, High Commissioner of New Zealand to Australia, followed by breakfast. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation of the Adelaide Football...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Nov 2022Monday, 21 November 2022
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Dr Susan Close MP, Deputy Premier. In the evening at Unley, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of UNESCO Clubs - Adelaide Chapter, addressed the guests and presented awards at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Nov 2022Saturday, 19 November 2022
On Saturday evening at the Adelaide Town Hall, the Governor attended the Australian Girls Choir Annual Concert. Also, in the evening at Glenelg Golf Club, Novar Gardens, Mr Bunten, as patron, addressed the guests at the Adelaide Male Voice Choir’s End of Year Christmas Dinner.
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2022Friday, 18 November 2022
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Karl Telfer and Dr Gavin Malone. Afterwards the Governor spoke by telephone to The Honourable Julie Bishop, Chair, Prince’s Trust Australia. In the afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Nov 2022Thursday, 17 November 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at O'Halloran Hill, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests, unveiled a plaque and cut the ceremonial ribbon at the opening of the new Home...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Nov 2022Wednesday, 16 November 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Tim Whetstone MP, Member for Chaffey. In the afternoon at Ascot Park, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Nov 2022Tuesday, 15 November 2022
On Tuesday morning at Adelaide High School, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed Year 9 Civics and Laws students, Year 11 Politics students and Senior Legal Studies students, and participated in a Q&A session. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Nov 2022Monday, 14 November 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kelly Henderson and Mr Walter Dollman. Later the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of The Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of SA, received Ms Beth Davidson-Park, Chair, and Mr Peter Stewart, Chief...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Nov 2022Sunday, 13 November 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a function for Mr David Osborn, General Manager, Safety and Technical, Department of Industry, Science and Resources and Mrs Caroline Grace; Ms Phoebe Osborn; Mrs Lisa Dallow, Chair, Girl Guides South Australia; Mrs...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Nov 2022Saturday, 12 November 2022
On Saturday morning in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the 2022 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant hosted by the South Australian Tourism Commission. In the afternoon at Lot50 Kanyanyapilla, McLaren Vale, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests,...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Nov 2022Friday, 11 November 2022
On Friday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, His Excellency the Honourable Justice Mark Livesey, as Governor’s Deputy, on behalf of Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, who are joint patrons of Military and Emergency Services Health Australia, attended the 15th Annual Remembrance...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Nov 2022Thursday, 10 November 2022
On Thursday Her Excellency the Governor continued her Vice-Regal visit to Vietnam and Singapore to promote South Australia. In the morning in Hanoi, the Governor attended an Education Breakfast: Alumni Roundtable to demonstrate South Australia’s longstanding relationship with Vietnam through the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Nov 2022Wednesday, 9 November 2022
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official Vice-Regal visit to Vietnam to promote South Australia. In Hanoi, the Governor attended a breakfast meeting hosted by the Ambassador of Australia to Vietnam, His Excellency Mr Andrew Goledzinowski; followed by an in-market briefing...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Nov 2022Tuesday, 8 November 2022
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official Vice-Regal visit to Vietnam to promote South Australia. In Ho Chi Minh City, the Governor witnessed the Memorandum of Understanding signing between South Australia horticulture exporter 4 Ways Fresh, and Vietnamese Red Dragon Co., and...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Nov 2022Monday, 7 November 2022
On Monday Her Excellency the Governor continued her official Vice-Regal visit to Singapore and Vietnam to promote South Australia. In the morning, in Singapore, the Governor and His Excellency the Honourable William Hodgman, Australian High Commissioner to Singapore, met with Mr Gan Kim Yong,...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Nov 2022Sunday, 6 November 2022
On Sunday morning, the Governor departed on an official visit to Singapore and Vietnam to promote South Australia. On arrival in Singapore, Her Excellency met with Mr Albert Chua, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Later the Governor met with Ms Angela Robinson, Australian Deputy...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Nov 2022Saturday, 5 November 2022
On Saturday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Jim Carouso, Chair, Australia Advisory Committee, Center for Strategic and International Studies. Later at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended Politics: The Changing Face of Leadership in Australia,...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Nov 2022Tuesday, 29th November 2022
On Tuesday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in Tokyo, the Governor attended a breakfast hosted by the Australia and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan. Later the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2022Tết Festival
It is my pleasure to join you this evening for the opening ceremony of the Adelaide Tết Festival and to celebrate the coming of the Lunar New Year, as we enter the Year of the Cat. As a diplomat who has spent years living in Asia, I have fond memories of celebrating the Lunar New Year and I’m...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Jan 2023Reception for 2023 Interstate Invitational Bowling Club Tournament
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House, I as the proud patron of the South Australian Parliamentary Bowling Club and Rod as Patron of Bowls SA, a sports lover and physicist, all of which predisposes him to an interest in your sport. This morning it was my honour to roll the first ball...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Jan 2023Opening of the 2023 Interstate Invitational Bowling Club Tournament
Rod and I are very pleased to be here with you all today for the opening of these championships. I welcome especially our guests from interstate to South Australia and to Glenelg. Glenelg is the oldest European settlement on mainland South Australia. The first Governor of this State, Read Admiral...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Jan 2023Pioneers Association of SA Proclamation Day Luncheon
I’m very pleased to be with you, as a sixth generation South Australian and your Patron, with Rod, to mark the 186th anniversary of the reading of the Proclamation of South Australia. After prior commitments precluded me from attending the rescheduled Proclamation Day 2021 luncheon, it’s my great...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Dec 2022Proclamation Day Ceremony
I thank the elders for cleansing and welcoming us with a smoking ceremony. I thank Michael Kumatpi O’Brien for the words he shared, and I acknowledge Jeffrey Newchurch and his companions who camped overnight on this land, connecting with country ahead of this ceremony. I am also very happy to see...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Dec 2022Legacy Christmas Party
Merry Christmas everyone and welcome to Government House. Rod and I as your patron, are pleased to hold this Legacy Christmas Party here in the grounds and are proud to support your work throughout the year. From the outside, Government House looks like a grand place, but we aim also for it to be...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Dec 2022Impact100 Reception
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate your achievements as members of Young Impact 100. Congratulations for your efforts and contributing to your communities with business flare and enthusiasm. Your contributions are all the more impressive because you have done made them...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Dec 2022Conferral of Degree of Doctor of Laws, Australian National University
It is the greatest of honours to be returning to the Australian National University, a place I visited throughout my public service career, to receive the Degree of Doctor of Laws honoris causa and to speak you in that wonderful post-graduation reflective moment. I thank the University Council on...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Dec 2022Reception to thank supporters of Youth Opportunities
Welcome to Government House for this reception to thank supporters of Youth Opportunities. Rod and I are very pleased to be co-patrons of Youth Opportunities and it’s wonderful to host your community here this evening. In our first year at Government House, we have felt privileged to spend time...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Dec 2022Launch of the new Visitor Centre at Charles Sturt Memorial Trust
It is a great pleasure to be here at the Charles Sturt Memorial Museum, to officially open the new Visitor Centre. This is the first time Rod and I have visited this historic site, and we are looking forward to getting to know the museum community here today. Since its opening in 1967 by the...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Dec 2022Governor's Leadership Foundation Graduation
Firstly, to the participants, congratulations on your achievement in completing the Governor’s Leadership Foundation program! I am delighted to be with you here tonight as the Patron of the Leaders Institute and happily take on this role because I believe that great leadership is critical to this...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Dec 2022Coomandook Area School 60 years of schooling
Rod and I are delighted to be with you today to celebrate 60 years of schooling at Coomandook Area School and to celebrate the end of the school year. Thank you for your warm welcome. As South Australia’s 36th Governor, I am delighted to follow in the footsteps of the 25th Governor, Lieutenant...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Dec 2022Reception to acknowledge the Year 12 schooling achievements of young people under the guardianship of the Chief Executive
Rod and I warmly welcome everyone to Government House today to mark this important milestone and offer our congratulations to those who have finished Year 12. We are delighted to host this reception here. It is a grand place, but a welcoming place and a wonderful location to say to you all: well...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Dec 2022Governor's Farewell for International Students
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House for this celebration of the end of the academic year and to herald the Festive Season. We trust you will take time to unwind, chill out, and get to know many more of your fellow students. We consider this Christmas Garden party an...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Dec 2022Kuwa Circles STEM Career Certificate presentation
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government house for the presentation of the Kuwa Circles program certificates. For those who are visiting Government House for the first time, we hope you enjoy the experience. It is a grand place, but a welcoming place and a wonderful location to say...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Dec 2022Reception for Grandparents for Grandchildren
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure as joint patrons to welcome you to Government House to mark this, your 21st year of devoted service; your “coming of age” if you will. On an occasion such as a significant milestone it is always opportune to reflect on how far Grandparents for Grandchildren has...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Feb 2023Chinatown Adelaide Lunar New Year Street Party
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to join you today for the Chinatown Adelaide Street Party to mark the Lunar New Year. It’s wonderful to see the return of this event in support of our multicultural community, as well as the return of international students to our city. In 2023 we say goodbye to the...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Jan 2023China Today Arts Week Showcase
It’s my great pleasure to be with you at the China Today Arts Week Showcase. In addition to the launch of this outstanding exhibition, we are celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations between the People’s Republic of China and Australia, as well as the long tradition of cultural exchange...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Jan 2023Campbelltown City Council Citizenship Ceremony and Australia Day Awards
Rod and I are delighted to be with you in Campbelltown on Australia Day to welcome the new Citizens. Thank you all for the warm welcome, which was also evident when Rod and I were at the Foxfield Oval just up the road last week for the finish of the Men’s Stage three Santos Tour Down Under...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Jan 2023Australia Day Awards Ceremony
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House for the Australia Day awards. Thank you, Uncle Michael O’Brien, for your warm Welcome to Country. I am particularly pleased that we can gather together in the lead up to Australia Day, after having to delay the ceremony last...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Jan 2023Officially Open the 2023 Brighton Jetty Sculptures
Rod and I are delighted to join you this beautiful evening for the Official Launch of the 2023 Brighton Jetty Sculptures. While this is Rod’s and my first time here, we know that the Sculptures are a much loved and eagerly awaited part of Adelaide’s summer activities. I heard Peter Goers saying...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Jan 2023Launch of the Housing Security for Older Women Taskforce
I am very pleased to be with you today to launch the Housing Security for Older Women Taskforce. Working towards the achievement of gender equality has long been a personal and professional priority for me, a priority I am continuing to pursue as Governor. In this role I have had the privilege of...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Jan 2023Temple Christian College Chapel Service
It’s my great pleasure to join the Temple community this morning, as you celebrate 40 years of Temple Christian College in 2023. The rate at which your school has grown, from 33 students in its first year to more than 1000 students over 3 campuses today, speaks to the value that South Australian...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Feb 2023Reception for Governor's Civics Awards
Rod and I are pleased to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the 2022 Governor’s Civics Awards. On Proclamation Day last December, it was my great pleasure to present the majority of primary school awardees with their medallions at the City of Holdfast Bay ceremony, at the Old Gum...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Feb 2023St Michael's College Assembly
Rod and I are very pleased to join the St Michael’s College for this assembly celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2022. Thank you also to Isabella and Luis, the 2023 College Captains, for your warm welcome when we arrived. Already from the school entrance way and the buzz here today, Rod...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Feb 2023Reception for Accompanists' Guild of South Australia
I am very pleased to welcome you to Government House to celebrate 40 years of the Accompanists Guild of South Australia. As Governor it is my great pleasure to host events here at Government House which include musical entertainment – as we will enjoy this evening. While our guests’ attention is...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Feb 2023Lions Club of Mount Gambier 60th Anniversary
It is Rod, our daughter Sophie’s and my great pleasure to join you this evening to celebrate, almost to the day, the 60th anniversary of the Lions Club of Mount Gambier.One of the many joys of my role as Governor is learning about the service that goes on each day across South Australia. On my...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Feb 2023Reception for Bali Process
Published in: Speeches / 10 Feb 2023Scotch College 90 Assembly
I am very pleased to join the Scotch community for this assembly. As we drove through the school grounds today, it brought back memories of coming here to play Saturday morning sport as a student in the 1970s, in particular interschool tennis matches. Your grounds remain as lovely as ever, and...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Feb 2023SACE Ceremony
It is a pleasure to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the achievements of students who completed the South Australian Certificate of Education in 2022 and received multiple merits, or a Governor’s Commendation Excellence Award. Congratulations to each and every one of you. Be very...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Feb 2023IB Diploma Ceremony
It’s my great pleasure to be with you today for the 2022 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Awards Ceremony. Congratulations to all graduates of the IB Diploma program, and in particular, to the award recipients here this evening. Whether you are receiving a Certificate of Merit, a...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Feb 2023Wednesday, 30 November 2022
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in Tokyo, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a roundtable to promote South Australia’s space sector hosted by Mr Peter...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Nov 2022Thursday, 1 December 2022
On Thursday Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. In the morning in Kurashiki City, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with Mr Takeshi Asahina, Deputy Director, West Japan Steelworks Managing...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Dec 2022Friday, 2 December 2022
On Friday afternoon Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten returned to Adelaide on the conclusion of their Vice-Regal visit to the United Kingdom and Japan to promote South Australia. Later the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of StudyAdelaide, addressed the guests at a...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Dec 2022Saturday, 3 December 2022
On Saturday morning in Collinswood, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Adelaide Studios.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Dec 2022Monday, 5 December 2022
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jane Scotcher, Chief Executive Officer, Women’s and Children’s Hospital Foundation. Afterwards the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to acknowledge the year 12 schooling achievements of young people under the...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Dec 2022Tuesday, 6 December 2022
On Tuesday morning at Adelaide Airport, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia - Central Operations, met with Mr Tony Vaughan ASM, Chief Executive, and Mr Charlie Paterson, Executive General Manager, Marketing and Stakeholder Relations and undertook...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Dec 2022Wednesday, 7 December 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Dr Justin Lee, Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia; Dr Evelyn Yap, President, Australia Malaysia Business Council, SA Chapter; Mr Richard Kwan, Chief Executive Officer, Kiratech; Mr Rishen Shekhar,...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Dec 2022Thursday, 8 December 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Junji Shimada, Consul-General of Japan in Melbourne, and Ms Laura Hughes, Research Analyst, Political and Economic Section, Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne, followed by breakfast. Afterwards the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Dec 2022Friday, 9 December 2022
On Friday morning at Coomandook Area School, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed students and unveiled a plaque at the presentation ceremony and celebration of 60 Years of Schooling. In the evening at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor, as patron of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Dec 2022Saturday, 10 December 2022
On Saturday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten privately hosted a family reunion and afternoon tea to celebrate the 85th birthday of the Governor’s mother, The Honourable Jennifer Cashmore AM.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Dec 2022Sunday, 11 December 2022
On Sunday afternoon at Grange, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and officially opened the new Charles Sturt Museum Visitor Centre, followed by a tour of the Grange House. In the evening at Elder Park, the Governor, Mr Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Dec 2022Monday, 12 December 2022
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Pip Hold Shoes at Bridgewater, as part of a series of visits to industry. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Ms Amanda Wilson, Mayor of the City of Holdfast Bay; Mr Jeffrey Newchurch, Chair, Kaurna...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Dec 2022Tuesday, 13 December 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Jon Gorvett, Deputy Chief Executive, Department of the Premier and Cabinet. In the afternoon the Governor received His Excellency Dr Markus Ederer, Ambassador of Germany to Australia, followed by a luncheon. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2022Wednesday, 14 December 2022
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian National Football League, hosted a morning tea and tour for SANFL History Museum Volunteers. Also, in the morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Mr Bunten attended the morning session of...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Dec 2022Thursday, 15 December 2022
On Thursday morning at Government House, His Excellency the Governor’s Deputy presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, in Canberra, accompanied by Mr Rod Bunten, Mr Matthew Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten, the Honourable Christine Adamson, and Mr Stuart Adamson, in...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Dec 2022Friday, 16 December 2022
In the afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Professor Helen Marshall AM, 2022 SA Australian of the Year and Woman of the Year, followed by a luncheon. Afterwards the Governor convened the selection process for the Governor’s South Australian Certificate of Education...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Dec 2022Saturday, 17 December 2022
On Saturday evening at Nairne School Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Rod Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, addressed the gathering and officially opened the Nairne Community Carols, hosted by the Nairne and Districts Residents Association Inc.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Dec 2022Sunday, 18 December 2022
On Sunday, Her Excellency and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to flood affected areas in the Riverland. In the morning, at Murray Bridge Rowing Club, and accompanied by Mr Chris Beattie Chief Officer, SASES, His Worship Mr Wayne Thorley, Mayor, and Mr Michael Sedgman Chief Executive Officer, Rural...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Dec 2022Monday, 19 December 2022
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Mark Taylor, Executive Director, and Ms Polly Tembel, Board Member, State Opera of South Australia. In the afternoon, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for members and supporters of Young Impact100 SA....
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Dec 2022Tuesday, 20 December 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, as patron of Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Dec 2022Wednesday, 21 December 2022
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official Vice-Regal visit to the Riverland to visit flood affected towns. In the morning at the Hotel Renmark, the Governor had breakfast with His Worship the Mayor of the Renmark Paringa Council, Mr Peter Hunter; and Mr Tony Siviour, Chief...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Dec 2022Saturday, 24 December 2022
On Saturday evening Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at St Peter’s Cathedral.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Dec 2022Wednesday, 28 December 2022
On Wednesday morning at the Old Gum Tree Reserve, Glenelg North, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, read the Proclamation of South Australia, addressed the gathering and presented the Governor’s Civic Awards at the South Australian Proclamation Day commemoration and community...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Dec 2022Saturday, 31 December 2022
On Saturday, 31 December in the evening, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr. Bunten, accompanied by Ms. Claire and Ms. Sophie Bunten, attended the opening night of Hairspray the Musical.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Dec 2022Sunday, 1 January 2023
On Sunday 1 January in the afternoon, the Governor, accompanied by Mr. Bunten, attended evensong, and delivered a reading, at St John’s Anglican Church, Norton Summit.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jan 2023Friday, 6 January 2023
On Friday morning, the grounds of Government House were opened to members of the public as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide, of which Her Excellency the Governor and Mr. Bunten are joint patrons, and...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jan 2023Sunday, 8 January 2023
On Sunday in the afternoon at the Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended a pre-match luncheon then watched play in the Adelaide International and later presented the trophy to the winners of the Men’s Doubles Finals.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jan 2023Monday, 9 January 2023
On Monday morning at the Glenelg Bowling Club, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the 61st Interstate Parliamentary Bowling Carnival and bowled the first bowl; and in the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for Carnival...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jan 2023Wednesday, 11 January 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jill Collins, State Director, South Australia State Office, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received The Right Reverend Chris McLeod, National Aboriginal...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jan 2023Thursday, 12 January 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Bickford’s Australia at Salisbury, the first in a planned series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses. In the evening, at Her Majesty’s Theatre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of The...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Jan 2023Friday, 13 January 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Catherine Sayer, CEO, Food South Australia. In the afternoon, also at Government House, the Governor received Ms Heather Croall, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Fringe.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jan 2023Monday, 16 January 2023
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Qian Xiao, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Australia, followed by a luncheon.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jan 2023Tuesday, 17 January 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Dr Amanda Rischbieth, Chair, International Women’s Forum. In the afternoon, at Campbelltown, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jan 2023Wednesday, 18 January 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of Executive Council. In the evening at the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at a ceremony to farewell Air Commodore Ross Bender, the departing...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jan 2023Thursday, 19 January 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, received Mr Ian Scobie AM, Director, WOMADelaide. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Micro-X at Tonsley, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jan 2023Friday, 20 January 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency hosted a morning tea for members of the Governor’s Civics Awards for Schools Reference Group. Later, at Campbelltown, the Governor and Mr Bunten watched the Tour Down Under Men’s Stage 3 Grand Finale. Afterwards, at the South Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jan 2023Saturday, 21 January 2023
On Saturday afternoon, at the Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wayville, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the funeral of Mr Bruno Krumins AM, former Lieutenant Governor of South Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jan 2023Tuesday, 24 January 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, CEO and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival Centre. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Ms Margaret Ford OAM, Historian and Educator, and Dr Skye Krichauff, ARC Research...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jan 2023Wednesday, 25 January 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten paid a call on Mrs Pamela Wall, OAM. Afterwards, by telephone, Her Excellency discussed the situation of flood affected areas in the Riverland and mid‑Murray with the Governor‑General, His Excellency General the Honourable David...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jan 2023Thursday, 26 January 2023
On Thursday morning, at Elder Park, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Australia Day Council of South Australia’s Mourning in the Morning – Smoking Ceremony. Afterwards, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the Campbelltown City Council’s...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jan 2023Friday, 27 January 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jan 2023Saturday, 28 January 2023
On Saturday morning at the ABC studio in Collinswood, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Deb Tribe for ABC Radio. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Festival Theatre, the Governor addressed the gathering at the official opening of the Adelaide Festival Centre’s China Today Arts Week...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jan 2023Monday, 30 January 2023
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mrs Cheryl Cates, State President, The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) SA/NT Branch. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr Lisa Slade, Assistant Director, Artistic...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jan 2023Tuesday, 31 January 2023
On Tuesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Richard d’Apice AM, President Emeritus, The Australian Heraldry Society, and Mr Robert Reason, Museum Director, The David Roche Foundation.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jan 2023Wednesday, 1 February 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Gabriele Visentin, Ambassador of the European Union. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor received Ms Katrina Power, Kaurna Elder. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Feb 2023Thursday, 2 February 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor, as patron of Minda Inc, accompanied by Mr Bunten, toured the Minda headquarters at North Brighton. In the evening, at Government House, Her Excellency...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Feb 2023Friday, 3 February 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor conducted a telephone meeting with Mr Stephen Lysaght, Consul-General of the United Kingdom in Melbourne (with responsibility for South Australia).During the day, the Governor and Mr Bunten opened the grounds of Government House...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Feb 2023Monday, 6 February 2023
On Monday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Anil Kumar Nayar, High Commissioner for the Republic of Singapore. In the evening at the Adelaide Town Hall, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented the Governor’s Award for...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Feb 2023Tuesday, 7 February 2023
On Tuesday at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Julian York, Producer, Desert Ice. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor received Professor Brenda Wilson AM, former Lieutenant-Governor of South Australia. In the evening at Government House, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Feb 2023Wednesday, 8 February 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Nick Mitzevich, Director, National Gallery of Australia. In the afternoon at the Mayfair Hotel, the Governor, as patron of the Royal Over-Seas League SA Branch, delivered an address at the Royal Over-Seas League...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Feb 2023Thursday, 9 February 2023
On Thursday morning at Pilgrim Uniting Church, together with members of the SA Parliamentary Christian Fellowship, Her Excellency the Governor attended a service to mark the beginning of the 2023 State Parliamentary Year, where she delivered a reading. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Feb 2023Friday, 10 February 2023
On Friday morning, at Scotch College Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the Assembly and presented academic awards. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for delegates to the Third Government and Business Forum and Eighth Ministerial...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Feb 2023Saturday, 11 February 2023
On Saturday, in Mount Gambier, Her Excellency, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the Lions Club of Mount Gambier 60th Anniversary Dinner. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke AM to be Governor's Deputy from 10:00 am on Saturday 11th...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Feb 2023Monday, 13 February 2023
On Monday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the following members of the Australia China Business Council: Mr David Olsson, National President and Chairman; Mr Sean Keenihan, National Vice President; Mr James Clarke, National Director; Ms Jenny Chen, President...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Feb 2023Tuesday, 14 February 2023
On Tuesday morning at Mary MacKillop College, Kensington, Her Excellency the Governor presented the 2022 College Dux and Proxime Accessit awards, followed by a morning tea. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten, as patron of the Australian Lions Hearing Dogs, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, toured the...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Feb 2023Wednesday, 15 February 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at St Michael’s College, Henley Beach, the Governor addressed the gathering at the 2023 Academic Assembly and presented the 2022 College Dux Award. Later at...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Feb 2023Thursday, 16 February 2023
On Thursday morning at the South Australian Fire and Emergency Commission, Keswick, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the inaugural Bushfire Resilience Day Service to mark the 40th Anniversary of the 1983 Ash Wednesday Fires. In the afternoon, the Governor, as...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Feb 2023Friday, 17 February 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor participated in a roundtable discussion on Civics and Citizenship with 2022 Governor’s Civics Awards for Schools Student Awardees. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Feb 2023Saturday, 18 February 2023
On Saturday, in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Girl Guides South Australia, and Mr Bunten, hosted the Girl Guides SA’s World Thinking Day 2023 event. Later, at the Holden Street Theatre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Peter...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Feb 2023Sunday, 19 February 2023
On Sunday, at the South Australian Women’s Memorial Playing Fields, St Marys, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, laid a wreath and presented two awards at the 2023 Bangka Day Memorial Service.Afterwards, at the Marion Cultural Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Feb 2023Monday, 20 February 2023
On Monday morning at Mile End, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering at the 40th Anniversary of Temple Christian College. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor hosted a luncheon for a delegation from the German-Pacific Parliamentary Friendship Group. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Feb 2023Tuesday, 21 February 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Geoff Brock MP, Minister for Local Government. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Senator Marielle Smith, and, afterwards, Senator Sarah Hanson-Young. Later, at the South...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Feb 2023Wednesday, 22 February 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Amanda Rishworth MP, Federal Minister for Social Services and Member for Kingston. Afterwards at Government House, Mr Bunten, as patron of the Travellers’ Aid Society in South Australia, hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Feb 2023Thursday, 23 February 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at the SkyCity Ballroom, the Governor attended The Advertiser’s Building a Bigger, Better South Australia luncheon. In the afternoon at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Feb 2023Friday, 24 February 2023
On Friday morning, at Murray Bridge, Her Excellency the Governor unveiled a plaque and sculpture to officially open the Romani Aged Care Facility. Afterwards, at the Australian Red Cross South Australia office, the Governor, as patron of the Australian Red Cross South Australia branch, was...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Feb 2023Reception to launch the 2023 Governor's Leadership Program
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House for the official launch of the Governor’s Leadership Foundation Program for 2023. As Governor, one of my priorities is to encourage South Australia’s leaders and future leaders in all fields and in all parts of the State. Strong...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Feb 2023Romani Aged Care Facility Official Opening
I am delighted to be with you in Murray Bridge today to officially open the $22 million Romani Aged Care Facility. I am particularly honoured to do so in my capacity not only as Governor of South Australia but as patron of the RSL SA, Northern Territory and Broken Hill and as a Life Member. Thank...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Feb 2023Country Press SA Awards
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to join the rural press community tonight for the South Australian Country Press Awards.It has been a privilege to visit South Australia’s regional areas and gain a better understand of the strengths, challenges and contributions of our country communities. While...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Feb 2023RowingSA State Championship Regatta
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to join you at the 2023 South Australian Rowing Championships, and for the first time in an official capacity. I am delighted to be patron of Rowing South Australia, and I have fond memories of my rowing years, including many hours of training and racing here at...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Feb 2023Mela Festival
Namaste! It is my great pleasure to be with you, for the first time, at the annual Mela. Expectations are that 10,000 people will attend this festival over the two days, and it’s wonderful to see so many people here from the Indian community, as well as broader South Australian society. In my...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Feb 2023Big Bike Ride for Breakthrough
Welcome to the grounds of Government House on this Sunday morning. As joint patrons of Breakthrough, my husband Rod and I are very pleased to host the start of today’s bike ride. After last year’s postponements it’s great to see the ride finally go ahead. Thank you for being so dedicated to this...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Feb 2023Saturday, 25 February 2023
On Saturday, at West Lakes, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of Rowing SA, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented the inaugural ‘The Honourable Frances Adamson AC Perpetual Trophy for the Open Women’s Pair’ at the 2023 South Australian Rowing Championship. Later,...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Feb 2023Sunday, 26 February 2023
On Sunday, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, who are joint patrons of the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, farewelled participants taking part in the Foundation’s Big Bike Ride. In the afternoon, at the Holden Street Theatre, the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Ms...
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Published in: Legals / 27 Feb 2023Disclaimer
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Published in: Legals / 27 Feb 2023Monday, 27 February 2023
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Senator Kerrynne Liddle. Later at Government House, the Governor received Mr David Reynolds, Chief Executive, Department of Trade and Investment, and Ms Sally Smith, Executive Director, Department of Trade and...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Feb 2023Saturday, 14 January 2023
On Saturday afternoon in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the paracycling event at the Santos Tour Down Under Schwalbe Classic. In the evening at Bonython Park, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the opening ceremony of the Adelaide Tết...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jan 2023Tjilbruke Plaque Rededication
It’s Rod’s and my great pleasure to be with you today to mark the rededication of the Carrickalinga plaque on the Tjilbruke trail, together with members of the Kaurna community and other supporters. As Governor, it has been my privilege to travel across South Australia and learn from First...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Feb 2023South Australia Vietnam Business Council Luncheon
I am very pleased to be with you today to mark 50 years of the Australia Vietnam diplomatic relationship. It’s wonderful to see so many people here today who are committed to deepening South Australia’s trade relationship with Vietnam. These include Vietnamese migrants who now call our state...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Feb 2023Tuesday, 28 February 2022
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas, Premier of South Australia. Later, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten volunteered for Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the Governor addressed the guests at a...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Feb 2023Reception for Adelaide Festival Chairman's Circle
Rod and I warmly welcome members of the Chairman’s Circle to Government House. While many of you are returning as long-standing members, we extend a special welcome to new Circle members. It’s great to see, in 2023, the Adelaide Festival back to the full international strength it enjoyed before...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Feb 2023Wednesday, 1 March
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Nguyen Tat Thanh, Ambassador of Vietnam to Australia and Mme Nguyen Tu Huyen. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor received Senator Andrew McLachlan. In the afternoon, at the South...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Mar 2023Reception for Adelaide Fringe Honey Pot Marketplace
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House. Festival season is in full swing, and many of you have considerable commitments right now. I thank you all for taking the time to join us this evening. Rod and I are currently throwing ourselves into all things Fringe. From the...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Mar 2023Thursday, 2 March 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Christies Beach, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of Novita, cut the ribbon at the official opening of Novita Christies Beach Therapy and Community...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Mar 2023Friday, 3 March 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health and Aged Care. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Emma Terry, Chief Executive Officer, South Australian Tourism Commission. In the evening, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Mar 2023Opening of Novita Christies Beach Hub
Rod and I are very pleased to join you this morning, as joint patrons of Novita, to launch the Christies Beach Therapy and Community Hub. Thank you also to Uncle Tamaru for his Welcome to Country. In the past 12 months it’s been my great pleasure to spend time in your community, and to see...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Mar 2023Saturday, 4 March 2023
On Saturday, at Mundulla, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the 113th Mundulla Show. Later, at The Regal Theatre, the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Mr Matthew Bunten, attended a performance of ‘Back to Black: Amy Winehouse’.
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Mar 2023Sunday, 5 March 2023
On Sunday afternoon, at the Little Theatre at the University of Adelaide, the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Mr Matthew Bunten attended a performance of ‘Electric Dreams: Work.txt’. Afterwards, at the Garden of Unearthly Delights, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Ben Hart: Live’.
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Mar 2023Opening of Mundulla Agricultural, Horticultural and Floricultural Society's 113th Show
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to be with you today in Mundulla, on what is our first official visit to your historic town, in what is an historic year! One of the many wonderful aspects of my role as Governor is the opportunity to visit regional areas and meet people from communities across...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Mar 2023Monday, 6 March 2023
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Laura Tingle, Chief Political Correspondent, ABC’s 7:30 Program. Later at Government House, the Governor received Her Excellency Mrs Caroline Bichet-Anthamatten, Ambassador of Switzerland to Australia, and Ms Cornelia...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Mar 2023Afternoon Tea for the SA Women’s Firestick Conference
Welcome to this afternoon tea to mark the very first SA Women’s Firesticks Conference. May I say how pleased I was to be invited to host you. I am delighted to be joined by women from First Nations communities across South Australia, as well as representatives from the Firesticks Alliance. For...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Mar 2023Tuesday, 7 March 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at the Hilton Adelaide, the Governor addressed participants at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet’s Leaders Connect Session. Afterwards, at the Playford Hotel, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Mar 2023Wednesday, 8 March 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Stacey Lee and Mr Nikolai Beilharz on ABC Breakfast Adelaide. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor hosted a breakfast to celebrate International Women’s Day, with guest speaker Ms Sam Mostyn AO....
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Mar 2023International Women's Day Breakfast
It’s Rod’s and my pleasure to welcome you to our second International Women’s Day Breakfast at Government House. I trust you will enjoy our time together and have some interesting conversations. As Governor, gender equity is one of my priorities and, during the past 18 months, it has been my...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Mar 2023Thursday, 9 March 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Professor Ross Garnaut AC. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Third Street Bowden, the Governor and Mr Bunten toured the Bowden...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Mar 20232022 Governor's Multicultural Awards
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House for the 2022 Governor’s Multicultural Awards. These awards are one of the ways our society can affirm our commitment to bridging cultures and demonstrate that we are proudly multicultural. As well, they are an opportunity to champion...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Mar 2023Saturday, 11 March 2023
On Saturday, at Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the WOMADelaide Festival. In the evening, at the Odeon Theatre, Norwood, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the opening night of ‘Tracker’ by the Australian Dance Theatre.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Mar 2023Friday, 10 March 2023
On Friday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor attended the 2023 International Women’s Day Breakfast at the Adelaide Convention Centre. Later, at Gawler Belt, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed students and staff at Xavier College. Afterwards,...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Mar 2023Sunday, 12 March 2023
On Sunday, at Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the WOMADelaide Festival. In the evening, at the Courtyard at Treasury 1860, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘A Place That Belongs to Monsters’, part of the Adelaide Fringe. Afterwards, at Hindmarsh...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Mar 2023Monday, 13 March 2023
On Monday, at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the running of the 2023 TAB Adelaide Cup and presented the Adelaide Cup to the winning connections. In the evening, at Gluttony, Rymill Park, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Mar 2023Tuesday, 14 March 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Chair, Major Events Attraction Committee, Ms Frankie Kelly, Director of Sport and Performance and Ms Louise Mackie, Director, Operations, Team England – Commonwealth Games. Later, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Mar 2023Reception for Royal Adelaide Golf Club
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to recognise the Centenary of the Royal Adelaide Golf Club being granted royal status. We also do so as enthusiastic “playing” patrons, regularly seen over the past twelve months using the practice facilities at Seaton on Fridays and...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Mar 2023Wednesday, 15 March 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Nicholas Moore, the Australian Government’s Special Envoy for South-East Asia, and Ms Henni Arup, Director, Southeast Asia Economic Strategy, and Ms Tanya Morjanoff, Assistant Director, Southeast Asia Economic...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Mar 2023Adelaide Festival Luncheon
Rod and I welcome you to Government House today to celebrate the 2023 Adelaide Festival. We extend a particularly warm welcome to guests who have travelled from interstate or overseas. Mad March, for want of a better term, is a wonderful time of year to experience Adelaide and we trust you are...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Mar 2023Thursday, 16 March 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Anna Oldmeadow, Deputy Chief of Staff, Minister for Foreign Affairs. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mrs Sue and Mr Lloyd Clarke, Founders, Small Steps 4 Hannah; the Honourable...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Mar 2023Friday, 17 March 2023
Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke AM to be Governor's Deputy from 8:30am on Friday, 17 March 2023 until 10:30am on Saturday, 18 March 2023.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Mar 2023Saturday, 18 March 2023
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, and Mr Bunten, as patron of the Orchid Club SA, attended the Club’s Cultural Day event. In the afternoon, at Belair National Park, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Yarnin Pangari (Talking Spirit) festival, part of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Mar 2023Sunday, 19 March 2023
On Sunday morning, the Governor was interviewed by Mr Peter Goers on ABC Radio Adelaide’s SA Sunday Morning program. In the afternoon, at Her Majesty’s Theatre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Revisor’, part of the Adelaide Festival. Later, at The Jade, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Mar 2023Monday, 20 March 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Automobile Association of South Australia (RAA), received Mr Peter Seibels, President and Chairman of the Board; and Mr Nick Reade, Chief Executive Officer, RAA. Later, at the Red Cross Lifeblood Adelaide...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Mar 2023Reception for Royal Commonwealth Society
I am delighted, as patron, to welcome you to Government House in honour of your Centenary. It is timely to do so in the same week as Commonwealth Day. It is important to mark such a significant milestone for the Royal Commonwealth Society in South Australia, both as a celebration and as an...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Mar 2023Reception for Football Australia
It is a great pleasure for Rod and me to welcome you to Government House in celebration of Women’s Football and the countdown to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023. With a dedicated football fan beside me for the past 35 years, I have come to understand the attractions –...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Mar 2023Tuesday, 21 March 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor Her Excellency Mrs Ma. Hellen Barber De La Vega, Ambassador of the Philippines, and Ms Carmen Garcia, Philippine Honorary Consul to South Australia. Later, at Government House, the Governor received His Excellency Mr Kailash...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Mar 2023Reception for Philanthropy Australia
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House. It is an honour to do so, almost 10 years to the day (26 March) that my esteemed predecessor His Excellency, Rear Admiral, the Honourable Kevin Scarce held a reception at Government House to mark the launch of Philanthropy Australia’s...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Mar 2023Wednesday, 22 March 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Terowie, Her Excellency the Governor laid a wreath at an event to commemorate the 1942 visit of General Douglas MacArthur, followed by a lunch. In the evening, in Adelaide, the Governor attended an event hosted by the Australian Association of Women Judges to celebrate...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Mar 2023Thursday, 23 March 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a tour of the Adelaide Oval. Later, at Government House, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Lifeline, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Mar 2023Reception for Lifeline Australia 60th Anniversary
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to recognise the 60th Anniversary of Lifeline in Australia and to thank the South Australian staff and volunteers. We especially welcome those who have travelled some distance to be with us today. This is the first time we have engaged...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Mar 2023Friday, 24 March 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor held a virtual meeting with Professor John Williams AM, Co-State Secretary, Rhodes Scholarships in Australia. Afterwards, at St Peter’s Cathedral, the Governor attended the Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of Adelaide Service for...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Mar 2023Saturday, 25 March 2023
On Saturday, at Mount Barker, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the 150th Mount Barker Show. In the afternoon, at Government House, Mr Bunten participated in a picnic for homestay families and international students hosted by Study Adelaide, of which Her...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Mar 2023Sunday, 26 March 2023
On Sunday, in a ceremony at Parliament House, the Governor presided over a special meeting of the Executive Council to give Royal Assent to the First Nations Voice Bill 2023.
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Mar 2023Passing of the First Nations Voice Bill 2023
It is my great pleasure as South Australia’s 36th Governor to give assent to the First Nations Voice Bill 2023. Executive Council, the process by which government ministers present bills for my assent, is normally private but today, for the very best of reasons, took place before you all. Nearly...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Mar 2023Monday, 27 March 2023
On Monday afternoon, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and cut the ribbon at the opening of the Flinders University Academy. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian National Football League...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Mar 2023Launch of the Flinders University Academy
Rod and I are very pleased to join you this afternoon for the launch of the Flinders University Academy. As Governor, I am very proud that South Australia is home to world-class tertiary education institutions such as Flinders University. Every day from Government House I see the construction of...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Mar 2023Reception for the presentation of the Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Awards
I am delighted to welcome you all to the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Gold Award presentation ceremony in my role as Patron of the Award. It is an honour to do so, just a few weeks after His Royal Highness Prince Edward became the Duke of Edinburgh in the footsteps of his late father His...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Mar 2023Dinner for SANFL Captains
It’s my great pleasure to welcome you all to Government House this evening to celebrate the SANFL and your roles as team captains. Football plays a pivotal role in South Australian culture and has a long and proud history in our state. The SANFL is the oldest State League in Australia, and one of...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Mar 2023Tuesday, 28 March 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Chris Dittmar, President, and Mr Neville Mead, Honorary Secretary, The Carbine Club of South Australia Inc. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Mar 2023Wednesday, 29 March 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Andrew Kay, Chief Executive Officer, Business SA. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received the Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Mar 2023Thursday, 30 March 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Professor Martin Westwell, Chief Executive, Department for Education; Ms Anne Dunstan, Chief Executive Officer,...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Mar 2023Friday, 31 March 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Jon Gorvett, Deputy Chief Executive, Department of Premier and Cabinet. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received the Head of Post designate of the Australian Consulate-General, Bengaluru, India. Later,...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Mar 2023Saturday, 1 April 2023
On Saturday, at Government House, Mr Bunten hosted an afternoon tea for the spouses and children of Cabinet Members. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke AM to be Governor’s Deputy from 9am on Saturday, 1 April until 5:30pm on Wednesday, 5 April.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Apr 2023Reception for Tourism Industry Council South Australia
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to honour the state and national winners of the State and National Tourism awards. These awards are an important way for us to celebrate the innovation, passion and hard work of people in the many tourism businesses across the State –...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Mar 2023Helpmann Academy VIP Vernissage and Graduate Exhibition and launch of HA>NESS
Rod and I are delighted to join you this evening for the Helpmann Academy VIP Vernissage and to launch a new initiative. Firstly, I join Mark in paying tribute to the outstanding work of the graduate artists on display today. The pieces are not only beautiful to look at but absorb us in the...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Mar 2023Wednesday, 5 April 2023
On Wednesday morning, at the University of Adelaide, Mr Bunten, as a Board Member, attended the Children’s University Australia quarterly Advocacy Board meeting. Afterwards, at Government House, Mr Bunten hosted a lunch for Ms Lan Le.
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Apr 2023Thursday, 6 April 2023
On Thursday morning at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Maundy Thursday Eucharist. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Sophia Mellink.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Apr 2023Saturday, 8 April 2023
On Saturday, at the Oakbank Racecourse, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, presented trophies to the winning connections at the 2023 Easter Racing Carnival.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Apr 2023Sunday, 9 April 2023
On Sunday, at St Ann’s Anglican Church Aldinga, the Governor, Mr Bunten, Mr Matthew Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten, and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the Easter Sunday Service.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Apr 2023Tuesday, 11 April 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Keith Wilson, Chair, and Mr Jai O’Toole, Director, Australian Red Cross – South Australia Division. In the morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. Later, at Government House,...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Apr 2023Oceania Cup Opening Ceremony
I am delighted, as Patron of Archery South Australia, to join you in the beautiful Adelaide Hills for the Opening Ceremony of the Oceania Cup. I especially welcome those who have come from overseas and interstate to compete with our archers from around Australia and our own State of South...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2023Wednesday, 12 April 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours and Royal Humane Society of Australasia Bravery Awards. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for official guests of...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Apr 2023Thursday, 13 April 2023
On Thursday at Government House, in the morning and again in the afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours and Royal Humane Society of Australasia Bravery Awards.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Apr 2023South Australia Police Iftar Dinner
Ramadan Mubarak and warm greetings to all who are observing the holy month of Ramadan. As we have heard, Ramadan is a time for self-reflection and a time to focus on forgiveness, patience, resilience, charity and compassion for those less fortunate. It is a spiritual time that brings together...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2023Saturday, 15 April 2023
On Saturday morning at the Keswick and Warradale Barracks, Her Excellency the Governor, as the Representative Colonel of 10th/27th Battalion, The Royal South Australia Regiment (RSAR), addressed the gathering and unveiled a plaque at the 10/27 RSAR Defence Industry Day.
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Apr 2023Sunday, 16 April 2023
On Sunday afternoon at the Adelaide Oval, the Governor attended the Collingwood vs St Kilda football game, part of the AFL Gather Round.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Apr 2023Friday, 14 April 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at the Adelaide Town Hall, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the unveiling of the official portrait of Aunty Shirley Peisley AM, the first...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Apr 2023Monday, 17 April 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Head of Mission designate, Australian Embassy and Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Austria. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received His Excellency Mr Pontus Melander, Ambassador of Sweden to...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Apr 2023Tuesday, 18 April 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP. Later, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Apr 2023Wednesday, 19 April 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Rory Jeffes, former Chief Executive Officer, Opera Australia and former Managing Director, Sydney Symphony Orchestra. In the morning, and again in the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Apr 2023Thursday, 20 April 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received General Angus Campbell AO DSC, Chief of the Defence Force. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at the Grange Golf Club, the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Apr 2023Friday, 21 April 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Robyn Lawrence, Chief Executive, Department for Health and Wellbeing. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Rebekah Sharkie MP, Member for Mayo. Later, at the South Australia Police Academy,...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Apr 2023Sunday, 23 April 2023
On Sunday afternoon, at the Grange Golf Club, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the LIV Golf.
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Apr 2023Monday, 24 April 2023
On Monday morning, at the Art Gallery of South Australia, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the ‘Andy Warhol and Photography: A Social Media’ exhibition. In the evening, at the National War Memorial, North Terrace, the Governor, as Patron and Life Member of The Returned and...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Apr 2023Tuesday, 25 April 2023
On Tuesday morning, at the National War Memorial, North Terrace, Her Excellency the Governor, as Patron and Life Member of The Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL) South Australia/Northern Territory Branch, accompanied by Mr Bunten, laid a wreath at the Anzac Day Dawn Service, and...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Apr 2023Wednesday, 26 April 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Guide Dogs Association of South Australia and the Northern Territory, addressed the guests at the International Guide Dog Day Celebration. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Apr 2023Thursday, 27 April 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Katrina Karlapina Power, Kaurna Elder. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Jeremy Conway,...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Apr 2023Friday, 28 April 2023
On Friday morning in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Sarah Constructions and were briefed on operations, as part of a series of visits to industry. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for guest speakers of the 2023 SACE...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Apr 2023Saturday, 29 April 2023
On Saturday evening at The Drive, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Tennis SA, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended a redevelopment celebration function and presented awards at the Tennis SA Gala Dinner 2023.
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Apr 2023International Guide Dog Day
Rod and I are delighted again to welcome you to the Government House grounds to celebrate International Guide Dog Day. As your CEO Aaron Chia said in his letter of invitation to me: there is no higher calling for a dog than to empower someone living with disability to achieve independence,...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Apr 2023Launch of Marjorie Jackson-Nelson Centre for Women’s Sport
As joint patrons of Sport SA, Rod and I are delighted to be with you tonight for the official opening of the Marjorie Jackson Nelson Centre for Women’s Sport. Having such an exceptional, widely admired, and dearly loved sportswoman as Marjorie Jackson-Nelson lend her name and patronage to the...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Apr 2023Yangarra Estate Cellar Door
In my swearing‑in speech as Governor, I said that if I were asked to nominate my favourite landscape in the whole world – and I have had the privilege throughout my professional life of seeing quite a bit of it - it would be the sight of the Willunga Hills with the McLaren Vale vines in the...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Apr 2023Sight for All Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House, to thank you for your commitment to and support for Sight for All. Sight for All’s work takes place against the background that, globally - including in Australia - more than 1.1 billion people are living with vision loss, that 90% of...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Apr 2023Monday, 1 May 2023
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Garry Sturgess AM, oral historian for the National Library of Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 May 2023Tuesday, 2 May 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Garry Sturgess AM, oral historian for the National Library of Australia. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Phillip Hold, Pip Hold Shoes. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 May 2023Prince of Wales Awards Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to acknowledge the Prince of Wales Award recipients and their civilian employers. We do so in a spirit of admiration and deep respect for those who serve our nation through the Australian Defence Force among our 31,000 strong...
Published in: Speeches / 02 May 2023Charles Hawker Scholarship Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House for the presentation of the Charles Allan Seymour Hawker Scholarships. Firstly, and importantly, congratulations to the scholarship awardees we are recognising today. By being chosen for this prestigious scholarship, you have already...
Published in: Speeches / 03 May 2023Wednesday, 3 May 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Garry Sturgess AM, oral historian for the National Library of Australia. Later, at Government House, the Governor was interviewed by Channel 9. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 May 2023Thursday, 4 May 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Mr Matthew Pantelis, Presenter, 5AA. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor hosted a luncheon for...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 May 2023Friday, 5 May 2023
On Friday morning in London, Her Excellency the Governor met with Alderman Nicholas Lyons, The Right Honourable The Lord Mayor of the City of London, and Mrs Felicity Lyons. Later, in London, Her Excellency was interviewed by Channel 7 presenter Rosanna Mangiarelli. In the afternoon, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 May 2023Saturday, 6 May 2023
On Saturday, in London, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 May 2023Sunday, 7 May 2023
On Sunday morning, in London, the Governor met with His Excellency the Honourable Stephen Smith, Australian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, and Ms Jane Seymour. In the afternoon, at Windsor Castle, the Governor attended a reception and concert hosted by Their Majesties in celebration...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 May 2023Monday, 8 May 2023
In the morning, before departing London to return to Australia, the Governor conducted a phone interview with ABC presenters Ms Stacey Lee, Mr Nikolai Beilharz, and Mr David Bevan. Afterwards, the Governor conducted a phone interview with 5AA Breakfast presenters, Mr David Penberthy and Mr Will...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 May 2023Tuesday, 9 May 2023
On Tuesday evening, Her Excellency the Governor arrived back in Adelaide after her visit to the United Kingdom to attend the coronation.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 May 2023Wednesday, 10 May 2023
On Wednesday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering at the Salvation Army 2023 Red Shield Appeal Launch. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Professor Masaki Fujimoto, Deputy Director General, and Ms Sakiko Kamesaki,...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 May 2023The Salvation Army 2023 Red Shield Appeal Launch
I am delighted to join you in person this year, having beamed in by video for last year’s launch - by necessity - having had COVID at the time. I was determined to lend my support to the Red Shield Appeal then, as I do so today. As Governor, as well as my Constitutional and Ceremonial roles, it...
Published in: Speeches / 10 May 2023Reception for Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to mark the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, and Queen Camilla. It is a great honour to host this reception as His Majesty’s Representative in South Australia, having just returned home from London. You have come from across the state,...
Published in: Speeches / 10 May 2023Thursday, 11 May 2023
On Thursday morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a breakfast for Dr Moira Jenkins, Mayor of the City of Victor Harbor; Mrs Simone Bailey, Mayor of the Mid Murray Council, and Mr Luke Bailey; Ms Ella Winnall, Mayor of the Berri Barmera Council; and Mr Trevor Norton, Mayor of the Loxton...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 May 2023Friday, 12 May 2023
On Friday morning, at Keswick, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill, officially opened, cut the ribbon, and participated as the first torch bearer in the Legacy Centenary Torch Bearer Relay. In the afternoon, at the Adelaide Showgrounds,...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 May 2023Royal Geographical Society of South Australia 2023 Awards
Rod and I, as joint patrons, are delighted to be with you in the beautiful Mortlock Library to present the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia awards for 2023. Congratulations to all the award winners for your keen interest, and undoubted skills, in geography studies. I might begin by...
Published in: Speeches / 11 May 2023Saturday, 13 May 2023
On Saturday morning, the Honourable Vicki O’Halloran AO CVO, former Administrator of the Northern Territory, and Mr Craig O’Halloran, departed Government House. In the afternoon, at Unley, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian National Football League (SANFL) tossed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 May 2023Sunday, 14 May 2023
On Sunday, at Unley, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the launch of the St Augustine’s Anglican Church centenary celebrations.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 May 2023Monday, 15 May 2023
In the morning, at Morphett Vale, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed staff and students at Wirreanda Secondary School. Afterwards, at Lonsdale, the Governor, as patron of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA SA), accompanied by Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 May 2023Reception for Legacy Torch Relay
Rod and I are very pleased to welcome you to Government House to celebrate Legacy’s centenary. I am honoured to be Legacy’s patron, to be part of Legacy’s long-standing relationship with the office of the Governor, and to support the organisation in any way I can. It was my great pleasure, this...
Published in: Speeches / 12 May 2023Foodbank Women of Influence Luncheon
I am very pleased to be with you, for the second year at a row, at the Foodbank Women of Influence Luncheon. As patron of Foodbank SA it is my great pleasure to support the work of this fine organisation. When I spend time with Foodbank staff, volunteers and supporters, one thing that always...
Published in: Speeches / 12 May 2023St Augustine’s Anglican Church launch of Centenary preparations
Rod and I are delighted to be with you at St Augustine’s Anglican Church to mark the commencement of the preparations for your Centenary Year. I have fond memories of being at this church during my student days at Walford: unlike now, the school then didn’t have its own chapel, so we were...
Published in: Speeches / 14 May 2023Hutt Street Centre Service Awards Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House during National Volunteers Week to honour the volunteers who are so vital to the Hutt Street Centre’s work. The theme for this year’s National Volunteer week is “Celebrating the Change Makers” and as your patron, I do so with heartfelt...
Published in: Speeches / 15 May 2023Sammy D Foundation Awards Reception
Rod and I as your Patron are delighted to welcome you to Government House to recognise the contributions and achievements of the Sammy D Foundation volunteers. It is no coincidence that this reception is being held in National Volunteer Week because, as the week’s theme attests: you are all...
Published in: Speeches / 16 May 2023Tuesday, 16 May 2023
On Tuesday morning, in Adelaide Her Excellency the Governor partipated in the JusticeNet SA’s Walk for Justice 2023. Later, at Government House, the Governor was interviewed by Ms Genevieve Meegan, Features Editor, SALIFE Magazine. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 May 2023Wednesday, 17 May 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for a visit to the Yorke Peninsula, where, at the Maitland Lutheran School, she met Mayor Darren Braund, His Worship the Mayor of the Yorke Peninsula Council; Mr Andrew Cameron, Chief Executive Officer, Yorke Peninsula Council; and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 May 2023Thursday, 18 May 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her visit to the Yorke Peninsula, where, at the Yorketown Area School, she met Mayor Darren Braund, His Worship the Mayor of the Yorke Peninsula Council; Mr Andrew Cameron, Chief Executive Officer, Yorke Peninsula Council; and Mr Michael...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 May 2023Friday, 19 May 2023
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her visit to the Yorke Peninsula, where, at the Moonta Area School, she met Ms Samantha Schultz, Acting Principal, Moonta Area School, and toured the school. Afterwards, at Moonta, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 May 2023Saturday, 20 May 2023
On Saturday, at the Sir Samuel Way Building, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the State Opera of South Australia, attended a performance of ‘Trial By Jury’, staged by the State Opera of South Australia. In the evening, at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 May 2023Sunday, 21 May 2023
On Sunday, at Marryatville, the Governor attended the St Matthew’s Anglican Church Kensington’s 175th Anniversary Commemoration Service. Also on Sunday, the Governor and Mr Bunten opened the grounds of Government House from for a special Open Day to celebrate the Coronation and His Majesty’s...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 May 2023Winter Conversation Series
Each winter, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia hosts a series of public conversations prominent South Australians in the Government House Ballroom.
Published in: Pages / 21 May 2023Kernewek Lowender Copper Coast Cornish Festival
Dynnargh. Dohajydh da. Welcome! Good afternoon. Rod and I are delighted to be with you in Moonta at the official launch of the Kernewek Lowender and to celebrate 50 years of this wonderful festival with you. This is particularly so because my maternal great grandfather was born in Perranwell near...
Published in: Speeches / 18 May 2023Monday, 22 May 2023
On Monday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for a visit to Coober Pedy and were met on arrival by Mr Michael Edgecomb and Mr Des Roffey of Cooper Pedy Together. In the afternoon, at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 May 2023Tuesday, 23 May 2023
On Tuesday morning, at the Downunder Gallery and Café in Coober Pedy, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten met for breakfast with members of Coober Pedy Together, the Administrators of the District Council of Coober Pedy, and the Stakeholder Manager for Peak Iron Mines. Afterwards the...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 May 2023Wednesday, 24 May 2023
On Wednesday morning at the District Council of Coober Pedy Council Chamber, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten met for breakfast with Mr Geoff Sheridan, Principal Administrator; Ms Erika Vickery OAM and Mr John Moyle, Support Administrators, District Council of Coober Pedy. Afterwards,...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 May 2023Reception for Zoos SA volunteers
I am very pleased to welcome you, as volunteers of Zoos SA, to this evening’s reception. It is an honour for Rod and I to be joint patrons of The Royal Zoological Society of South Australia, custodian of the second oldest zoo in Australia. Earlier this month I travelled to London to attend the...
Published in: Speeches / 24 May 2023Thursday, 25 May 2023
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Rosanna Mangiarelli, Presenter and Journalist, Channel 7. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Brigadier Graham Goodwin CSC, Army Area Representative - South Australia, Australian Army - HQ 9th...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 May 2023Friday, 26 May 2023
On Friday morning, at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Her Excellency the Governor attended the 2023 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast commemorating National Sorry Day. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of Executive Council. In the afternoon at...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 May 2023Saturday, 27 May 2023
On Saturday evening in Port Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, and Mr Bunten as patron and a performing member of the Adelaide Male Voice Choir, attended “Sailors, Settlers and Their Songs”, performed by the Adelaide Male Voice Choir.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 May 2023Sunday, 28 May 2023
On Sunday morning, Her Excellency departed on an official visit to Hong Kong and Korea to promote South Australia. The Governor has appointed The Honourable Chief Justice Chris Kourakis to be Governor’s Deputy from 6pm on Sunday, 28 May 2023 until 2pm on Friday, 2 June 2023.
Published in: Daily Program / 28 May 2023Monday, 29 May 2023
On Monday morning in Hong Kong, Her Excellency the Governor attended a breakfast roundtable with a number of Hong Kong experts hosted by Ms Elizabeth Ward, Australian Consul-General to Hong Kong and Macau. Guests in attendance included Mr Anthony Cheung Bing-leung, Advisor (Public...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 May 2023Tuesday, 30 May 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor toured the Hong Kong Palace Museum with Dr Louis Ng, Museum Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum. On Tuesday morning, the Governor attended and addressed the AustCham business breakfast for Australian business leaders in Hong Kong, hosted by Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 May 2023Wednesday, 31 May 2023
On Wednesday morning in Seoul, Her Excellency the Governor met with Mr Kevin Gallagher, Chief Executive of Santos Ltd. Also in attendance were Mr Brett Woods, President Santos Energy Solutions; Mr Anthony Neilson, Chief Commercial Officer; Mr Sean Pitt, Vice President Marketing, Trading and...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 May 2023Thursday, 1 June 2023
On Thursday morning in Seoul, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the AustCham Korea – Hydrogen and Green steel business breakfast, hosted by Mr Ross Gregory, Chair, AustCham Korea. Afterwards, at Hanyang University, the Governor met with Dr Ki-jeong Lee, President, Hanyang University; Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jun 2023Friday, 2 June 2023
On Friday morning, at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, Torrens Parade Ground, Mr Bunten placed a tribute at the Aboriginal Veterans’ Commemorative Service. In the afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor returned to Adelaide from her official visit to Hong Kong and the...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jun 2023Saturday, 3 June 2023
On Saturday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor, as Honorary Air Commodore of the Royal Australian Air Force – No. 24 (City of Adelaide) Squadron and patron of the the Air Force Association (South Australian Division), and Mr Bunten, laid a wreath at the Royal...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jun 2023Sunday, 4 June 2023
On Sunday morning, in Adelaide, the Governor, as patron of Athletics SA, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the 2022-2023 Athletics SA Presentation Luncheon. In the evening, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a service at Holy Trinity Church Adelaide.
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jun 2023Monday, 5 June 2023
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency, as an Honorary Member of the Lions Club of the City of Adelaide, and Mr Bunten, hosted a reception for the presentation of the Lions Children of Courage Awards.
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jun 2023Reception for the Australian Chamber Orchestra
Rod and I always hope that our guests will enjoy their time with us at Government House. Tonight, as we welcome four members of the Australian Chamber Orchestra for a special performance, we are very confident that you will do so. In Adelaide we are proud to be a UNESCO city of music, but it...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jun 2023Athletics SA Presentation Luncheon
It’s my great pleasure to be with you today, as patron of Athletics SA, to celebrate the achievements of your members during the 2022 Winter season and 2022-23 Summer season. As a young person I enjoyed athletics, but I must say my career was short lived. While not all Governors can claim to be...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Jun 2023Order of Australia King’s Birthday Luncheon
Rod and I, as your patron, are delighted to join you at this luncheon to celebrate the official King’s Birthday and the recent Coronation of His Majesty and Queen Camilla. As you know, I was privileged to be present for the ceremony in Westminster Abbey, along with the Governor General, Prime...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Jun 2023Tuesday, 6 June 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Lynda Secombe, Senior Educational Consultant, and Ms Sara Bingapore, Indigenous Secondary Student Mentor, Association of...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jun 2023StudyAdelaide Agents and Partners event – Hong Kong
It is my great pleasure to be here with you today. This is my first visit as Governor of South Australia to Hong Kong, a place of great significance to me personally and to my State. My first posting with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade was to Hong Kong, in the late 1980s, and I have...
Published in: Speeches / 29 May 2023StudyAdelaide Parents event, Hong Kong
It is my great pleasure to be with you today. This is my first visit as Governor of South Australia to Hong Kong, a place of great significance to me personally and to my State. My first posting as a young diplomat with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade was in Hong Kong, in the late...
Published in: Speeches / 29 May 2023South Australia Club - Hong Kong Chapter
It is my great pleasure to be here with you this evening. This is my first visit as Governor of South Australia to Hong Kong, a place of great significance to me personally and to my State. My first posting as a young diplomat was in Hong Kong, in the late 1980s, and I have many special memories...
Published in: Speeches / 29 May 2023AusCham Hong Kong
I am very pleased to be with you this morning during my first visit to Hong Kong in my capacity as Governor of South Australia. South Australia shares a special relationship with Hong Kong, underpinned by strong trade and investment, a shared commitment to addressing global climate challenges,...
Published in: Speeches / 30 May 2023South Australia Club - Seoul Chapter
It’s great to be in Seoul on what is my first visit to the Republic of Korea as Governor of South Australia. I am pleased to have so many partner companies of South Australian exporters in the room tonight, from manufacturing to life sciences, energy and space, who have travelled from many parts...
Published in: Speeches / 31 May 2023AusCham Seoul
Good morning, I am very pleased to be with you. I thank Mr Ross Gregory and the AustCham team for the chance to engage with you on South Australia’s economic priorities and activities, and the opportunities these may present. This is my first visit to South Korea in my capacity as Governor of...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Jun 2023Hanyang University, Seoul
It is my great pleasure to be here at Hanyang University this morning. This is my first visit to South Korea as Governor of South Australia. It is a country – and a relationship – that is held in high regard by South Australia, not only as a strong trading partner, but also a source of cultural...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Jun 2023StudyAdelaide Agents and Partners event - Seoul
It is my great pleasure to be here in Seoul. This is my first visit to South Korea as Governor of South Australia, and I’m pleased that a focus of this visit is supporting the education and career aspirations of South Korean students. Through international education, we collectively foster...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Jun 2023Lions Children of Courage Awards
I warmly welcome you all to Government House for the presentation of the Children of Courage awards. I especially welcome guests who have travelled from outside the city to be with us. I am very pleased to be an honorary member of the City of Adelaide Lions Club and, in this capacity, lend my...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Jun 2023Wednesday, 7 June 2023
On Wednesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to Woodville High School, where they toured the school and met with staff and...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Jun 2023Reception to thank supporters of Educators SA
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House in our capacity as joint patrons of Educators SA. I know Rod is especially looking forward to engaging in conversations with you later, as his career paths, first as a physicist and then British diplomat, led to teaching High School maths...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Jun 2023School Visits
The Governor in Schools Program provides an opportunity for students learn about the role of the Governor in our democracy and system of Government.
Published in: Pages / 07 Jun 2023Community Centres SA Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate 40 years of Community Centres SA. We particularly welcome those who have travelled a long way to be with us. Such a significant milestone enables us to come together not only to reflect on the impact that the organisation has...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Jun 2023Thursday, 8 June 2023
On Thursday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, as part of their program of visits to iconic South Australian businesses, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a tour of Haigh’s Chocolate Factory at Mile End,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jun 2023Friday, 9 June 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a morning tea for the recipients of the International Women’s Day SA Awards for 2023. Guests in attendance included Ms Tass Schmidt, President, International Women’s Day Association SA Inc; Ms Sue Dyer, Committee Member,...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jun 2023Sunday, 11 June 2023
On Sunday morning at Victor Harbour, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, attended the 2023 Winter Whale Festival Official Opening and the Ramindjeri Welcoming the Whales and Smoking Ceremony. Later, at the Granite Island Causeway, the Governor, Mr Bunten...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jun 2023Tuesday, 13 June 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Ben Hood MLC. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received His Honour Judge Rauf Soulio AM, Chair of the judging panel of the Governor’s Multicultural Awards. In the afternoon, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jun 2023Wednesday, 14 June 2023
On Wednesday morning at Springfield, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the students at Mercedes College. Later, at Government House, the Governor received the Treasurer The Honourable Stephen Mullighan MP. In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor received Ms Taleala McCarthy,...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jun 2023Reception for National Council of Women South Australia
I warmly welcome you all to Government House, to celebrate the volunteers of the National Council of Women SA. As your patron I am proud to continue the long relationship between the Council and Government House. At your 120th anniversary luncheon last year, I said I looked forward to supporting...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Jun 2023Thursday, 15 June 2023
On Thursday morning in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the 2023 South Australian Primary Principals Association Conference. Afterwards, at the State Administration Centre, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Jun 2023Friday, 16 June 2023
On Friday morning at Woodville North, Her Excellency the Governor undertook a visit to Ngutu College, where she toured the school and addressed the students. In the afternoon at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the Governor, as patron of the Australia Day Council of South Australia, attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jun 2023South Australian Primary Principals Association Conference
I am delighted to be with you this morning at the 2023 South Australian Primary Principals Association Conference. As the theme of the conference attests, you are “everyday influencers”. You influence the staff. You influence the students. You influence the community. While it is undoubtedly...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Jun 2023Monday, 19 June 2023
On Monday morning at Verdun, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Hills Christian Community School Thanksgiving Service to celebrate the school’s 40th anniversary. Afterwards, at Lot Fourteen, the Governor met with Ms Di Dixon, State Project Lead, Lot Fourteen, and Ms Carolyn Hewson AO,...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jun 2023Tuesday, 20 June 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for Brisbane to participate in a meeting with Their Excellencies the Governor-General and the Governors of other Australian States and the Administrator of the Northern Territory, hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Jeannette Young AC...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jun 2023Wednesday, 21 June 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor returned from Brisbane, where she had attended a meeting with Their Excellencies the Governor-General, the Governors of the other Australian States, and the Administrator of the Northern Territory. In the afternoon, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jun 20232023 Australian Institute of Building Awards SA Chapter
As patron of the Australian Institute of Building SA Chapter, it’s my pleasure to join you this evening for the presentation of the 2023 awards. As Governor, and as a former diplomat, my career has focused strongly on the building of connections and relationships, between people and between...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Jun 2023Thursday, 22 June 2023
On Thursday morning, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Peter Goers OAM. Later, in Mount Barker, the Governor undertook a visit to Mount Barker Waldorf School, where she toured the school and addressed the students. Afterwards, at Langhorne Creek, the Governor visited BiobiN...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jun 2023Little Athletics 50th Anniversary
I am delighted, as Patron, to welcome you to Government House to mark the 50th year of Little Athletics in South Australia. In doing so we celebrate the longevity of Little Athletics and the Little Athletics family – the officials, the umpires, the coaches, the parents, the administrators, the...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Jun 2023Reception to thank volunteers and supporters of Catherine House
I am delighted, as patron, to welcome you to Government House to thank the volunteers, supporters and donors who are at the heart of the Catherine House family. I do so in the 35th anniversary year of Catherine House, a significant milestone by any measure, and one which enables us to reflect on...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jun 2023Friday, 23 June 2023
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor viewed a livestream of the Institute of Public Administration Australia’s Frances Adamson Oration 2023, delivered by Dr Chris Sarra, Director-General, Department of Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jun 2023Saturday, 24 June 2023
On Saturday morning, at the West Croydon and Kilkenny RSL, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron and Honorary Life Member of The Returned and Services League of Australia SA/NT Branch, officially opened and addressed the 105th Annual Sub-Branch conference and presented the ANZAC of the Year...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jun 2023Sunday, 25 June 2023
On Sunday, at St Augustine’s Anglican Church, Unley, the Governor, as Deputy Prior of St John Ambulance SA, delivered a reading at the 2023 St John SA Annual Rededication Service, followed by an afternoon tea.
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jun 2023Monday, June 26 2023
On Monday morning, at Mile End, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Automobile Association (RAA), attended a briefing followed by luncheon with the RAA Board of Directors. In the afternoon, the Governor departed Adelaide for a visit to flood affected areas in the Berri Barmera...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jun 2023RSL State Conference
It’s my great pleasure to be with you today and to open the 105th Sub- Branch Conference. I am pleased to welcome RSL representatives from across South Australia, and to be patron of an organisation which plays such a significant role in supporting serving and ex-serving veterans, and their...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Jun 2023Tuesday, 27 June 2023
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Govenor continued her visit to flood affected areas in the Riverland, where in the morning, in Berri, she met with Ms Ella Winnall, Her Worship the Mayor of the Berri Barmera Council, and Mr Dylan Strong, Chief Executive Officer, for a briefing on flood damage and...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jun 2023Wednesday, 28 June 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Rachael Azzopardi and Mr Lee Cumberlidge, Co-Founders and Creative Directors, Illuminate Adelaide; and Mr Sam Wright, Executive Producer, Illuminate Adelaide. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jun 2023Thursday, 29 June 2023
On Thursday morning, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, the Governor received The Honourable Bill Shorten MP, Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Minister for Government Services. Her Excellency the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jun 2023Friday, 30 June 2023
During the day, students from East Adelaide School toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jun 2023Tuesday, 4 July 2023
During the day, members of the City of Burnside Over 65’s group toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jul 2023Thursday, 6 July 2023
On Thursday morning, in Adelaide, the Governor’s Deputy presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jul 2023Monday, 3 July 2023
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, His Excellency Dr James Muecke AM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jul 2023Monday, 10 July 2023
During the day on Monday, members of the Australian Defence Force toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Jul 2023Thursday, 13 July 2023
On Thursday, in Adelaide, the Governor’s Deputy presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jul 2023Monday, 17 July 2023
On Saturday, Dr James Muecke AM was appointed as Administrator with effect from 10.31am on Sunday 16 July. On Monday, Her Excellency the Governor resumed her duties at 3:20pm.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jul 2023Tuesday, 18 July 2023
On Tuesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the YMCA South Australia, hosted a reception for members of the 28th Youth Parliament. Later, at Government House, the Governor hosted a reception to celebrate the 50th anniversary of JamFactory Contemporary...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jul 2023Reception for 28th Youth Parliament
I warmly welcome you all to Government House and congratulate you on your participation in the Youth Parliament. Welcome back to those who participated last year, and a special welcome to those who have travelled long distances to take part in this program. Today we gather in the oldest...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Jul 2023Reception for JamFactory 50th Anniversary
I welcome you all to Government House. On your way in this evening you no doubt saw the equipment for our light show, as part of the Illuminate Adelaide Festival, on the façade of the house. Our projection is a beautifully made short film which celebrates many of South Australia’s most innovative...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Jul 2023Wednesday, 19 July 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a reception for participants of the McKinnon Institute’s Advanced Political Leadership Program. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor hosted a dinner to celebrate the centenary of the birth of James...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jul 2023First Nations Hockey Game
My daughter Sophie and I, as the patron of the Ice Factor Foundation, are delighted to welcome you all to this ceremony and to say Ninna Marni – hello how are you - to our overseas visitors from Northern Alberta. For many of you, this is the first time you have travelled abroad, and I trust the...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Jul 2023James Ramsay Centenary Dinner
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to Government House this evening, to celebrate the centenary of the birth of James Ramsay AO, and the outstanding work of the James and Diana Ramsay Foundation. Fitting that we should be celebrating inside Government House, while outside, on the façade,...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Jul 2023Thursday, 20 July 2023
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor received Ms Jackie Bray, Chief Executive, Department for Child Protection. Later, the Governor hosted an Indigenous Women’s Roundtable discussion and morning tea. Guests...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jul 2023Reception to celebrate City Lights
I warmly welcome you all to Government House, on this chilly evening, to celebrate the Illuminate Adelaide festival, and in particular, the City Lights program. Illuminate Adelaide is a South Australian success story. Launched during a pandemic, and now only in its third year, the festival has...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Jul 2023Friday, 21 July 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr James Muecke AM, Lieutenant Governor. Afterwards, the Governor hosted a morning tea with students and directors from Jissen Joshi Gakuen Junior and Senior High School, Tokyo. In the evening, the Governor hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jul 2023Jissen Joshi Gakuen School
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House and to Adelaide and South Australia. I hope you will have a wonderful three months here and will take home many friendships and experiences. I was delighted to visit Jissen Joshi Gakuen School in November last year during my visit to Tokyo and to...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Jul 2023Reception for women in the Illuminate Adelaide ‘Into the Light’ projection
The Honourable Katrine Hildyard, Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic and Family ViolenceMs Natasha Stott-Despoja, Founding Chairperson, Our Watch, and Former Senator for South AustraliaProfessor Maria Makrides, Professor of Human NutritionDr Gill Hicks, Author and advocate for...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jul 2023Monday, 24 July 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Claudia Paul, a Wiradjuri woman, Rhodes scholar and surgical resident at the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network. Afterwards, the Governor received His Excellency Mr Ufuk Gezer, Ambassador of Türkiye, followed by...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jul 2023Saturday, 22 July 2023
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Suzanne McCourt, Congressional Liaison Officer at the Australian Embassy in Washington DC.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jul 2023SA Masters Rowers Reception
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate your outstanding success. A big congratulations to everyone! Be very proud of your achievements because we are proud of you. As many of you would know, rowing played a big part in my early adult life in Adelaide as well as during my...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Jul 2023Tuesday, 25 July 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor held telephone meetings with Mr Shaun Reardon, Specialist Consultancy and Advisory Services and, separately, Major Brendan Nottle, Commanding Officer, The Salvation Army. In the afternoon, the Governor received Mr Dave Petersen, President of The...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jul 2023Reception to thank Young South Australian Carers
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House to say thank you to our wonderful young carers and their families. I am sure I speak for many when I pay tribute to your generosity of spirit, your caring and devotion given through a deep sense of love. The importance of your caring role cannot...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Jul 2023Wednesday, 26 July 2023
On Wednesday morning, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor undertook a visit to St Aloysius College and took part in a Q&A with members of the Student Representative Council. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor presented the Australian Sports Medal and two world record...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jul 2023Presentation of Australian Sports Medals
I warmly welcome our athletes and their families, along with our official guests, to Government House today. As Governor it’s my great pleasure to invest South Australians each year with awards within the Australian Honours and Awards System, including the Order of Australia, Australian Bravery...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2023Reception for Industry Leaders Fund
I am delighted to welcome the Industry Leaders Fund community to Government House - not only to acknowledge the importance of the fund to the development of the State, but also to honour its founding CEO, Geoff Vogt. Geoff, as is well known, is currently handing over the baton after a remarkable...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2023Thursday, 27 July 2023
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Brompton, as part of a program of visits to iconic South Australian businesses, the Governor visited the Detmold Factory and Launchpad site. Afterwards, at the National War Memorial,...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jul 2023Friday. 28 July 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, received Ms Taryn Brumfitt, 2023 Australian of the Year, and Mr John Mannion, CEO, Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, and, with them, conducted the second session of the Government House Winter Conversation Series, discussing mental health and...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jul 202370th Anniversary of cessation of Korean War
I am pleased to join you today to mark 70 years since the cessation of the Korean War. From 1950 to 1953, more than 17,000 Australians served in the conflict, with more than 340 losing their lives – including 12 South Australians. Despite these statistics, the Korean War has come to be referred...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2023Launch of the Australian Institute of Administrative Law 2023 National Conference
Thank you, Mike, for that kind introduction. I feel it’s appropriate that the Governor should have been introduced by the Solicitor‑General insofar as one of the functions of his office is to act as His Majesty’s counsel. It is counsel I value, as I know my predecessors have that of his. Thank...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2023Saturday, 29 July 2023
On Saturday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering and laid a wreath at a special service to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Cessation of Hostilities of the Korean War. In the evening, accompanied by the Reverend Stuart Adamson and Mrs...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jul 202370th Anniversary of cessation of Korean War
I am pleased to join you today to mark 70 years since the cessation of the Korean War. From 1950 to 1953, more than 17,000 Australians served in the conflict, with more than 340 losing their lives – including 12 South Australians. Despite these statistics, the Korean War has come to be referred...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Jul 2023Monday, 31 July 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor took part in a radio interview on 5AA with Will Goodings and David Penberthy. Later, at Davoren Park, Her Excellency visited Edmund Rice Flexi School, addressed the students and took part in a Q&A session.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jul 2023Tuesday, 1 August 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, The Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for participants of the Ice Factor Program. In the afternoon, at Flinders St Baptist Church, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Aug 2023Sunday, 30 July 2023
On Sunday, at the UKARIA Cultural Centre, the Governor, accompanied by Reverend Stuart Adamson and Mrs Judy Adamson, attended a luncheon hosted by the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM), followed by concert by musicians from the Gewandhaus Orchestra.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jul 2023Reception for Ice Factor
I warmly welcome you all to Government House this morning. I begin by congratulating each and every one of you for choosing to participate in the Ice Factor Program. Since Ice Factor began 19 years ago, driven by the vision of Marie Shaw, it has had the support of the Governor of South Australia...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Aug 2023Wednesday, 2 August 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor took part in the first round of the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Banksia Park, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Banksia Park International High School, addressed the Year 12 students, and afterwards mingled informally. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Aug 2023Thursday, 3 August 2023
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Ridleyton, the Governor officially opened the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch) Annual Professional Conference. Afterwards, Her Excellency and Mr Bunten visited the...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Aug 2023Friday, 4 August 2023
On Friday morning, at Adelaide Showground, accompanied by Mr Bunten, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering at the Women in STEM event at “Science Alive!” At noon, at Government House, Her Excellency and Mr Bunten received Mr Viesturs Cielens, Director and Landscape Gardener,...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Aug 2023Monday, 7 August 2023
On Monday, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Osborne Naval Shipyards. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Wes and Mrs Andrea Titley of Sherlock Poll Merino Stud. During the day students from Tanunda Primary School toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Aug 2023Tuesday, 8 August 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, toured Christian Brothers College Adelaide and took part in a Q&A with Year 6 and 12 students. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Mark Roderick, Chair of the Board of Governors of the Helpmann...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Aug 2023Women in STEM Forum
I am very pleased to be with you today to launch Women in STEM. My husband, Rod, a physicist is here with me and can I just say how wonderful it is to go through life with someone who understands how the world works and can explain it as well as he does. We’ve both had the pleasure of meeting...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Aug 2023Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation SA Branch Conference
It is my great pleasure to be with you today and to launch the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation SA Branch Conference for 2023. I begin by thanking you all, as nurses, midwives and personal care workers, for your outstanding efforts to meet the challenges of recent years. The demands...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Aug 2023Wednesday, 9August 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Ardrossan Area School, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Ardrossan Memorial Hall, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering and cut the cake at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Aug 2023SACWA Ardrossan Branch Birthday Celebration
Rod and I are pleased to be with you today to celebrate the 150th birthday of Ardrossan, and the 77th birthday of the SACWA Ardrossan Branch. We have just spent an enjoyable morning at Ardrossan Area School, getting to know staff and students – with whom many of you would be personally connected....
Published in: Speeches / 09 Aug 2023Blend Creative exhibition “We’ve Got it Covered”
I am pleased to join you this afternoon to launch the ‘We’ve Got it Covered’ exhibition. This is the fourth time that Blend Creative has exhibited during SALA, and I thank you all for supporting the festival. South Australia enjoys an international reputation for our arts programs and...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Aug 2023Thursday,10 August 2023
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, Her Excellency met with a delegation of senior US Congressional staff. Afterwards, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, received Mr Sean Keenihan, Chair of...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Aug 2023Friday, 11 August 2023
On Friday morning, at Victoria Park, accompanied by Mr Bunten, Her Excellency the Governor cut the ribbon and participated in 'The Final Mile' of the Walk a Mile in my Boots program organised by the Hutt Street Centre, of which the Governor is patron. Afterwards, the Governor held a phone meeting...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Aug 2023Monday, 14 August 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Golden Grove High School for a tour of the school and conversation with the students and staff. Later, at Hindmarsh Square, the Governor was interviewed by Matthew Pantelis for the Our State Program on FIVEaa radio.
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Aug 2023Tuesday, 15 August 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to the Coorong. In the morning, at Tailem Bend, the Governor was hosted by Coorong District Council for a community morning tea and, later, at the Riverside Hotel, for luncheon. In the afternoon, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Aug 2023Wednesday, 16 August 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the Coorong, undertaking the Long Point cruise at Coorong National Park. Later, at Meningie Area School, the Governor met with students and staff and toured the school’s Enterprises Expo. During the day, students...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Aug 2023Thursday, 17 August 2023
Her Excellency the Governor has appointed The Honourable Chris Kourakis to be Governor’s Deputy from 6:00 am on Thursday, 17 August until 1.30 pm on Sunday, 20 August 2023.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Aug 2023Friday, 18 August 2023
On Friday morning, at the Vietnam War Memorial at the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor’s Deputy laid a wreath Vietnam Veterans' Commemorative Service In the evening, at Adelaide Festival Centre, Mr Bunten attended the opening event and award ceremony of 'Our Mob’ and ‘Our Young Mob' Art by...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Aug 2023Monday, 21 August 2023
On Monday morning, at Davoren Park, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Garden College for a tour of the college and a Q&A session with the students and staff. In the afternoon, the Governor received Ms Mary Patetsos AM, Chair, and Mr Mark Groote, Chief Executive...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Aug 2023Tuesday, 22 August 2023
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Tim Beresford, Chief Executive at the Australian Financial Security Authority. On Tuesday morning, at Elizabeth, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Playford College for a tour of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Aug 2023Lunch on the Lawns
Her Excellency and Mr Bunten welcome the public to enjoy the grounds of Government House on the first Friday of each month from September to May.
Published in: Pages / 23 Aug 2023Wednesday, 23 August 2023
On Wednesday morning at Morphett Vale, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Southern Montessori School, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Bedford Park, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with Uncle Corey Turner, Owner, Southern Cultural...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Aug 2023Thursday, 24 August 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone with Mr Martin Haese, South Australia‘s Special Envoy to Singapore and Southeast Asia. Later, at The David Roche Foundation Museum, North Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten toured the “Arthur Boyd: The Life of Saint Francis”...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Aug 2023Friday, 25 August 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Pontus Melander, Ambassador of Sweden. Later, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received the Hon Julia Gillard AC and, with...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Aug 2023Government House Garden Tours
Members of the public can enjoy a free tour of the Government House gardens on the first Friday of every month.
Published in: Pages / 24 Aug 2023Saturday, 26 August 2023
On Saturday morning, at Hackney, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Beit Shalom Synagogue Adelaide’s 60th anniversary Shabbat service. In the evening, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation’s 50th...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Aug 2023Sunday, 27 August 2023
On Sunday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to Malaysia. In the morning, at Walkerville, the Governor’s Deputy attended the 175th anniversary of St Andrew’s Church. In the evening, in Kuala Lumpur, the Governor attended a dinner hosted by the Acting...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Aug 2023Energy Transition Conference
I am delighted to be here on behalf of the South Australian government today, amongst many of Malaysia’s leaders and leading minds in energy transition. I thank Tenaga Nasional for their organisation of this conference, along with conference partners. Recognising that energy transition is a...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Aug 2023Monday, 28 August 2023
On Monday morning in Kuala Lumpur, Her Excellency the Governor attended a breakfast roundtable to discuss hydrogen with Malaysian experts. Afterwards, the Governor met with YB Rafizi Bin Ramli, Malaysian Minister of Economy. Later, the Governor delivered an address to the Ministry of Foreign...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Aug 2023The Role of Sister Cities in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Thank you to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Institute of Diplomacy and Foreign Relations (IDFR) for allowing me to give this distinguished lecture during my first official visit to Malaysia as Governor of South Australia. I acknowledge Dr Shazelina Zainul Abidin Director-General of the IDFR and...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Aug 2023Tuesday, 29 August 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Kuala Lumpur for Penang, where she met with City Council of Penang Island Mayor Datuk Rajendran P. Anthony, and City Council of Penang Island Councillors. Afterwards, the Governor met The Right Honourable Mr Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Aug 2023Rotary Club of Adelaide - Founders Day Lunch
It is an honour to be with you today at the Founders Day Lunch to celebrate 100 years to the day of the first meeting of the Rotary Club of Adelaide. I am pleased to do so as the Patron of Rotary Adelaide and the Rotary South Australia Centenary. A Centenary is always a significant milestone,...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Aug 2023Reception for Adelaide George Town Sister City Anniversary
Good evening all. I am very pleased to be with you on my first official visit to Malaysia as Governor of South Australia, and I extend my personal congratulations to the cities of Adelaide and George Town on what is a very significant anniversary. And what a fitting venue to hold this...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Aug 2023Wednesday, 30 August 2023
On Wednesday morning, at George Town, Her Excellency the Governor undertook a walking tour with Malaysian-South Australian chef Adam Liaw. Afterwards, at Esplanade, the Governor planted a tree to mark her visit to Penang. Later, on the occasion of Malaya and Borneo Veterans Day, observed on 31...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Aug 2023Thursday, 31 August 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor returned to Adelaide after her official visit to Malaysia. In the morning, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Lonsdale, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended and gave a speech at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Aug 2023Friday, 1 September 2023
On Friday morning, the grounds of Government House were opened to members of the public as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide, of which Her Excellency the Governor and Mr. Bunten are joint patrons, and...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Sep 2023Gourmet SA Masterclass with Adam Liaw
I am very pleased to be here with you at Gourmet South Australia featuring a South Australia Masterclass by Adam Liaw. The Adelaide-George Town Sister City Relationship is a significant milestone between South Australia and Penang and contributes to the strength of the broader Australia and...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Aug 2023Saturday, 2 September 2023
On Saturday morning, at Loxton, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering, launched a book, unveiled a plaque and presented awards at the 50th anniversary of the Loxton Historical Village. Later, at Loxton, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Tree of...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Sep 2023Farewell to Chancellor of Flinders University Mr Stephen Gerlach
Rod and I are honoured to be with you tonight to thank and pay tribute to Stephen Gerlach and to celebrate his dedicated service to Flinders University as Chancellor for almost 14 years. The presence of all of you, including a former Governor, two Members of Parliament and a message from the...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Sep 2023Agricultural Shows Australia National Conference Dinner
It is my great pleasure to address the national dinner tonight and welcome everyone to Adelaide, in particular our interstate and international guests. As Governor, one of the unanticipated pleasures of my role is the honour of opening and officiating at agricultural shows throughout the State....
Published in: Speeches / 01 Sep 2023Loxton Historical Village 50th Anniversary Event
Rod and I are very pleased to be with you today to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Loxton Historical Village. During my visit to Loxton in April last year, to celebrate the Mardi Gras, I was fortunate to be taken on a tour of the village by Paul Kaesler, Richard and Carolyn Wood, and Peter and...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Sep 2023Sunday, 3 September 2023
On Sunday morning, at the Australasian Soldiers Dardanelles Cenotaph, Her Excellency, as patron of the Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill, and Mr Bunten, laid a wreath at Legacy’s Australasian Soldiers Dardanelles Cenotaph commemorative service.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Sep 2023Monday, 4 September 2023
On Monday morning at Rosewater, Her Excellency, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Mount Carmel Secondary School, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as patrons of Council on the Ageing SA (COTA SA), received...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Sep 2023Tuesday, 5 September 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Wayville, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, toured the 2023 Royal Adelaide Show, viewed the Horticulture Exhibition, helped judge the Vanilla Slice Competition, was interviewed by Matthew Pantelis on 5AA’s Mornings with Matthew Pantelis program, and had...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Sep 2023Wednesday, 6 September 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Pulteney Grammar School where she addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Government House, Her Excellency, together with Deputy Commissioner Linda Williams APM, Deputy Commissioner, South...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Sep 2023Thursday, 7 September 2023
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Madam HE Lanjing, Chinese Consul-General in Adelaide, and Mr Guo Yaqi. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at the Art Gallery of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Sep 2023Zonta Young Leaders Graduation
I am delighted be with you this evening to celebrate the graduation of 20 exceptional young women who have undertaken the Young Leaders Program, organised by the Zonta Club of Adelaide. I congratulate you all. Please be very proud of your achievements because we are all proud of you. I was...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Sep 2023Friday, 8 September 2023
On Friday morning, at the Adelaide Showgrounds, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of South Australia, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the 2023 Royal Adelaide Show Official Luncheon. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Sep 2023Saturday, 9 September 2023
On Saturday morning, at Wayville, Her Excellency, as patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Katherine Bunten, attended the 2023 Royal Adelaide Show.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Sep 2023Monday, 11 September
On Monday morning, at Netherby, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Unley High School, where she addressed and took questions from the students. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received The Honourable Malcolm Turnbull AC. Afterwards, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Sep 2023Tuesday, 12 September 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Michael Streicker, Global President, and Ms Georgina Duckworth, Director of Client Services /...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Sep 2023Reception to welcome Professor David Julius winner of the Nobel Prize for Medicine and Physiology in 2021
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House and especially Professor David Julius and his scientific collaborator, and partner in life, Professor Holly Ingraham. One of my great privileges as Governor, and as patron of SAHMRI, is coming to know more of research excellence, and...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Sep 2023Child Development Council New Charter Ambassador Program Reception
As Patron of South Australia’s Charter for Children and Young People, I am delighted to welcome you to Government House. It is lovely to be with you in person because at the reception last year I had to beam in via video link from upstairs as I had COVID, as some of you may remember. I hope the...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Sep 2023Wednesday, 13 September 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for official...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Sep 2023Thursday, 14 September 2023
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the morning, and again in the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. In the afternoon, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Sep 2023Friday, 15 September 2023
On Friday afternoon, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Highgate, the Governor officially opened Concordia College’s new gymnasium. During the day, students from St Peter’s Woodlands School, and members of the Coromandel Community Centre, toured Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Sep 2023Saturday, 16 September 2023
On Saturday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor, as Honorary Air Commodore of the Royal Australian Air Force – No. 24 (City of Adelaide Squadron), and patron of the Air Force Association (South Australian Division), and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the 2023 Battle of...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Sep 2023Creating Conversations
Published in: Pages / 17 Oct 2023Sunday, 17 September 2023
On Sunday morning, the Governor departed Adelaide for a Vice Regal visit to the Flinders Ranges, where, as patron of the Operation Flinders Foundation, she participated in the Operation Flinders program.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Sep 2023Monday, 18 September 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her Vice Regal visit to the Flinders Ranges, where, as patron of the Operation Flinders Foundation, she participated in the Operation Flinders program. In the afternoon, the Governor returned to Adelaide. During the day, students from St...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Sep 2023Tuesday, 19 September 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Trojan’s Trek, received Mr Daniel Vincent, Chairperson, Trojan’s Trek. Also in the morning, at the Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer, Mr Bunten attended the 2023 Prostate Cancer Research Forum, hosted by...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Sep 2023Concordia College Opening of Gymnasium and Activity Hall
I am very pleased to be with you today at the official opening of two significant building projects for Concordia College – Fortiter, the new ELC to Year 12 gymnasium in which we stand, and Wirrkuta Trruku, the new Activity Hall, just across the Oval at the St John’s Campus. Lutheran schooling...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Sep 2023Government House Open Day
Open Days are held twice a year at Government House and are an opportunity for members of the public to explore the residence of the Governor of South Australia, tour through the gardens and meet the Governor.
Published in: Pages / 19 Sep 2023Wednesday, 20 September 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Heather Croall, Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Fringe. Also in the afternoon, Mr Bunten, as, together with the Governor, joint patron of StudyAdelaide, attended the International...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Sep 2023Resilient Australia Awards Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House for the Resilient Australia Awards. Following on from your discussions today about how to advance the protection of cultural and personal heritage after a disaster, it is fitting that we are here in the ballroom of the oldest Government...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Sep 2023Thursday, 22 September 2023
On Thursday morning Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Also in the morning, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. Later, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon....
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Sep 2023Friday, 23 September 2023
In the morning and again in the afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Sep 2023Wildlife Hollow Initiative
Government House Adelaide is encouraging rare and endangered wildlife to return to the grounds through the new Wildlife Hollow initiative.
Published in: Pages / 26 Sep 2023Saturday, 23 September 2023
On Saturday morning, at Alberton Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the AFLW Port Adelaide vs Geelong match.
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Sep 2023Sunday, 24 September 2023
On Sunday morning, at Kent Town, the Governor, as Chief Scout of Scouts Australia – South Australian Branch, accompanied by Mr Bunten, presented awards at the Scouts SA Annual Award Ceremony. Afterwards, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian National Football League...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Sep 2023Monday, 25 September 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone with Ms Angela Evans, Mayor, City of Charles Sturt. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival Centre. Later, at Kensington, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Sep 202350th Birthday of Inner Wheel A70 District
I am delighted, as your patron, to join you at this lunch which celebrates several significant days: the 50th Birthday of Inner Wheel A70 District, Inner Wheel Friendship Day and tomorrow’s United Nations International Day of Peace. In coming together to mark these concurrent celebrations, we...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Sep 2023Reception for Childhood Cancer Association
It is a pleasure for Rod and me, as joint patrons of the Childhood Cancer Association, to host you this evening. Many of you joined us last year to celebrate the association’s 40th anniversary, and we are glad to be able to welcome you all back during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to mark the...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Sep 2023Tuesday, 26 September 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Ms Anne Monceaux, Mayor, City of Burnside; Ms Moira Jenkins, Mayor, City of Victor Harbour; Mr Bill Gebhardt, Mayor, The Regional Council of Goyder; and Mr Rodney Reid, Mayor, Wakefield Regional Council....
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Sep 2023Playford Trust Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 40th anniversary – to the day – that the Playford Memorial Trust Deed was executed between the then Premier, the Hon John Bannon, and the 12 Trustees. As you all know, the initial chair was businessman and Legislative...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Sep 2023Industry Leaders Fund Annual Awards
Rod and I are delighted to join you today for the Industry Leaders Fund (ILF) annual awards ceremony. Having heard from Richard Barrett, Anthony Kittel, Tania Jolley and Peter Piliouras, and learned more of the impact that the ILF is having on South Australia’s business leaders who are selected...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Sep 2023Wednesday, 27 September 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Tim Whetstone MP, Shadow Minister for Trade and Investment and Member for Chaffey. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Catherine...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Sep 2023Thursday, 28 September 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their visit to the Eyre Peninsula, where, at Cowell, they had breakfast with representatives from the District Council of Franklin Harbour. Guests included Mr Robert Walsh, His Worship the Mayor; Mr Kim Baum, Councillor; and...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Sep 2023Friday, 29 September 2023
On Friday morning, Her Excellency and Mr Bunten continued their visit to the Eyre Peninsula, where, at Port Lincoln, they had breakfast with secondary school representatives from Port Lincoln Secondary School, St Joseph’s School Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln Special School, and Navigator College....
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Sep 2023Saturday, 30 September 2023
On Saturday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten returned to Adelaide on the conclusion of their visit to the Eyre Peninsula.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Sep 2023Sunday, 1 October 2023
On Sunday, at Mount McKenzie, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as patrons of The Sporting Car Club of South Australia, presented trophies to the winners of the 2023 Barossa Vintage Collingrove Hillclimb.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Oct 2023Tuesday, 3 October 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Right Reverend Jeffrey Driver, former Archbishop of Adelaide. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Richard McGregor, Senior Fellow for East Asia, the Lowy Institute.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Oct 2023Port Lincoln High School Centenary Showcase
Rod and I are delighted to be with you this evening and to be part of the first of several events over the weekend to mark the Centenary of the Port Lincoln High School. Firstly, many thanks for the warm welcome extended to us, in particularly from Denise and Nathaniel. Similarly warm welcomes...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Sep 2023Wednesday, 4 October 2023
On Wednesday, at Largs Bay, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the guests over luncheon with The Company of Master Mariners of Australia Ltd – South Australia Branch, of which she is patron. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Peter Tesch. In the evening, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Oct 2023Thursday, 5 October 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Lot Fourteen, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited “stone & CHALK”, where they were briefed on operations and participated in a roundtable discussion on Artificial...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Oct 2023Royal Association of Justices of South Australia 125th Anniversary Reception
As your Patron, I am delighted to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the Royal Association of Justices of South Australia. Congratulations on reaching such a significant milestone. We are honoured to have several long-standing members of the Association...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Oct 2023Friday, 6 October 2023
On Friday morning, at the Netball SA Stadium, Mile End, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Netball SA, officially opened the 2023 Nunga Netball Carnival. Later, during their tour of Government House, the Governor received a delegation of Mongolian Human Rights Leaders hosted by Flinders...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Oct 2023Saturday, 7 October 2023
On Saturday morning, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by telephone by Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Adelaide. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, the Governor, as patron of the Adelaide Sailing Club, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and officially opened the...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Oct 2023Sunday, October 8 2023
On Sunday, the Governor and Mr Bunten opened the Government House and grounds for an Open Day, in conjunction with the 2023 Nature Festival.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Oct 2023Monday, October 9 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Her Excellency Ms HK Yu PSM, Australian Ambassador to the Philippines. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of Rotary Adelaide and Rotary South Australia Centenary, and Mr Bunten, hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Oct 2023Adelaide Sailing Club Opening Day Ceremony
Rod and I are delighted to be with you at West Beach on this glorious day, in this spectacular setting, for the opening of the Adelaide Sailing Club’s season. We are particularly looking forward to the sail past a little later. What a big season 2023/24 will be with not only local sailing but...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Oct 2023Rotary Adelaide and Rotary South Australia Centenary Reception
This evening we celebrate a centenary of service by members of the Rotary Club of Adelaide, and Rotary in SA. It’s my pleasure to be patron of the centenary celebrations and also an honorary member of the Club of Adelaide. It’s wonderful to see Rotarians from across the metropolitan area as well...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Oct 2023Royal Institute of Australia Reasons to Hope Exhibition
Rod and I are pleased to be with you at RiAus this evening, the first time in my capacity as Governor, to unveil this striking artwork ‘Reasons for Hope’, which also features on the cover of the 100th edition of Cosmos magazine. In an earlier role as Australia’s Deputy High Commissioner to the...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Oct 2023Tuesday, 10 October 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor welcomed participants in the 6th Philippines – Australia Ministerial Meeting to Government House. The Australian delegation was led by Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Oct 2023Wednesday, 11 October 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr Rita Baranwal, Senior Vice President – AP300 Small Modular Reactor, and former Chief Technology Officer, Westinghouse Nuclear; Mr Bryn Jones, Founder and Managing Director, entX Limited; Dr Massey de...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Oct 2023Thursday, 12 October 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Sandy Pitcher, Chief Executive, Department of Human Services. Later, the Governor spoke by telephone to The Right Honourable The Lord...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Oct 2023Friday, 13 October 2023
On Friday morning, at the Ridley Centre, Adelaide Showgrounds, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Catalyst Foundation, attended the official launch of the #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing, and Lifestyle Expo. Afterwards, in Mannum, Mr Bunten, as patron of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Oct 2023Saturday, 14 October 2023
On Saturday morning, at the Adelaide Showground, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened SheFarmer’s International Day of Rural Women event. In the afternoon in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, as Deputy Prior of the Order of St John, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Oct 2023Sunday, 15 October 2023
On Sunday morning, in Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Workers’ Educational Association of South Australia, officially opened the Association’s 110th Anniversary Open Day. In the afternoon, at Coopers Stadium, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Adelaide United v...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Oct 2023#MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle Expo
As joint patrons of Catalyst Foundation, Rod and I are delighted to be with you at the networking breakfast for the #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing and Lifestyle Expo. The need for information about the services available for this important sector is reflected by the fact that this two-day...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Oct 2023SA Sea Rescue Squadron Service Medals
I’m very pleased to be here today to present National Service Medals and Clasps to eight of your operational members. I enjoyed this occasion greatly last year and it is my pleasure to return in 2023. This recognition of long service is made particularly special because you – alongside your...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Oct 2023Open International Day of Rural Women Conference
I am very pleased to join you for this inaugural conference, marking the UN’s International Day of Rural Women. I thank Rachel for her vision to bring women together to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with being a woman in rural South Australia, particularly as an entrepreneur,...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Oct 2023Australian International Education Conference
I am delighted to be with you to deliver the closing address at the annual Australian International Education Conference. I trust you have had a productive four days, when your thinking has been challenged, your interactions with others have inspired you, and your ambitions for overseas students...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Oct 2023Monday, 16 October 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a luncheon for His Excellency Dr George Vella, President of the Republic of Malta. Guests included The Honourable Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi, Minister for Public Works and Planning, Government of Malta; His Excellency Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Oct 2023The Workers' Educational Association of South Australia (WEA) Open Day
Rod and I are very pleased to be here today as joint patrons of the (Workers' Educational Association of South Australia) WEA, to celebrate your 110th anniversary Open Day. The WEA is a South Australian institution. Tens of thousands of South Australians, myself among them, have done at least...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Oct 2023Tuesday, 17 October 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Colin Cornish AM, Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. In the afternoon, in Murray...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Oct 2023Reception for the National Youth Science Forum Year 12 Program
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House. First, to the students, congratulations on being selected to participate in the 2024 National Youth Science Forum. As you head into Year 12, this is an exciting time to be on the threshold of a science, maths, or engineering...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Oct 2023Wednesday, 18 October 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Mannum, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Mannum Community College for a tour of the school and conversation with the students and staff. Afterwards, at Glenelg, the Governor met with City of Holdfast Bay and Kaurna Elders to discuss the...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Oct 2023Thursday, 19 October 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Adelaide Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium. Later, at Government House, the Governor, who is Patron of the Royal United Services Institute for...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Oct 2023Reception for War Widows Day
As patron of the Australian War Widows SA Branch, I am delighted to welcome you to Government House, on this, the first War Widows Day in South Australia. I am pleased that here at Government House today, there are representatives of the many organisations, community leaders and volunteers whose...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Oct 2023Friday, 20 October 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of the Organ Music Society of Adelaide, received Mr Steven Kaesler OAM, President of the Society. Also in the morning, at Christies Downs Primary School, Mr Bunten, who, together with the Governor, is joint patron...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Oct 2023Saturday, 21 October 2023
On Saturday morning, at Government House, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Cystic Fibrosis South Australia ‘Time of Remembrance’ Memorial Service. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of Cystic Fibrosis South Australia. In the evening, at Elder Park, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Oct 2023Sunday, 22 October 2023
On Sunday morning, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, who are joint patrons of the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundations, farewelled participants in the Foundation’s Big Bike Ride. Afterwards, at the National Motor Museum, Birdwood, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Oct 2023Reception for Adelaide Film Festival
It is my pleasure to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the Adelaide Film Festival. In particular, I warmly welcome the Indonesian filmmakers and film professionals who are part of the festival’s Spotlight on Indonesia. All film goers know the power film has to deepen our...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Oct 2023Monday, 23 October 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Gareth Williams, Australia’s Consul General Designate to Hong Kong. Also in the morning, at Glenunga, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Glenunga International High School for a tour of the school and conversation...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Oct 2023Queen Victoria Auxiliary Fundraising Event
I am very pleased to join you today at the Mount Osmond Golf Club, at today’s morning tea in support of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital. I thank all members of the Friends of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, especially members of the Queen Victoria Auxiliary, for your presence today and...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Oct 2023Reception to present the 2023 Augusta Zadow Awards
I am delighted to welcome you all to Government House for the presentation of the Augusta Zadow awards. South Australia was established through the pioneering vision of exceptional people committed to building a society where people could flourish, where barriers to opportunity could be...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Oct 2023Bay to Birdwood Finish Festival
It is a great pleasure for Rod and I, as joint patrons of the Bay to Birdwood, to be at the National Motor Museum for the Finish Festival. I welcome all of our participants and guests to Birdwood, especially those who have travelled from country areas or from interstate to be here today. Shortly...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Oct 2023Cystic Fibrosis Remembrance Ceremony
Rod and I are honoured to welcome you all to Government House this morning, a place where we want all South Australians to feel welcome. It is a privilege for us to continue the tradition of his annual event, which was first held in these grounds six years ago. Today, we remember your sons and...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Oct 2023Tuesday, 23 October 2023
On Tuesday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as Chair of the Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee for South Australia, convened the interviews for the selection of the 2024 Rhodes Scholar for South Australia and hosted the announcement of the successful candidate. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Oct 2023Inaugural Women’s and Children’s Health Network Research Week Opening Address
I am delighted to be with you at the opening of the inaugural Women’s and Children’s Health Network Research Week and today’s Community Day. To an audience such as this, I need not emphasise the importance of medical research and its application, but I do wish to affirm my commitment as Governor...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Oct 2023Wednesday, 25 October 2023
On Wednesday morning, at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, Her Excellency the Governor delivered the official opening address at the Women’s and Children’s Health Network Research Week. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received the Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President,...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Oct 2023St Peter's College Year 12 Speech Day
I’m very pleased to be here today to celebrate the Year 12s and the culmination of their schooling. Congratulations on reaching the end of the school year. I know that final exams are still ahead of you – in fact for some have already started – but I encourage you to take a moment to appreciate...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Oct 2023Reception for 2023 Children’s Week Awards
Rod and I are delighted, as joint patrons of the Children’s Week Association of South Australia, to welcome you to Government House. Some of you have travelled from as far away as the Riverland and Port Augusta. Rod spoke at the official launch last Friday; really pleased both to be...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Oct 2023Thursday, 26 October 2023
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Rhonda Brighton-Hall, Chief Executive Officer, Mwah (Making Work Absolutely Human). Afterwards, the Governor spoke by telephone to the Honourable Dr Diana Laidlaw AM, and, afterwards, to the Honourable John Hill....
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Oct 2023Friday, 27 October 2023
On Friday morning, at Victoria Square, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of the RAA, attended the RAA Electric Vehicle experience at the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Li Dong, Consul-General, and Ms Zhu Yu; Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Oct 2023Grandcarers SA Big Village Conference
Rod and I, as your joint patrons, are very pleased to be here at the Big Village Conference, and I thank Grandcarers SA for bringing us all together today. Earlier this year it was our pleasure to host a reception at Government House to mark your organisation’s 21st birthday and to celebrate all...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Oct 2023Sunday, 29 October 2023
On Sunday, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and presented awards at the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Awards ceremony.
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Oct 2023Roseworthy Old Collegians Association Annual Dinner
Rod and I are very pleased to join the Roseworthy Old Collegians’ community for this dinner to celebrate 125 years of the association. What better place to do this than the great dining room at Roseworthy Hall, at the Roseworthy campus of the University of Adelaide in the town of Roseworthy, a...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Oct 2023Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Ceremony
Rod and I are very pleased to join you for the awards ceremony of the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. It’s wonderful to see this event back in action after a four year break due to the pandemic. Congratulations to every team represented here today for completing the 3000 kilometre journey...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Oct 2023StudyAdelaide 2023 International Student Awards
Rod and I are delighted to be here with you at the StudyAdelaide 2023 International Student Awards ceremony as patrons. We say a warm hello to those students and family members joining us for the livestream. The Awards program is in its 13th year and is a wonderful way to celebrate your hard work...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Oct 2023Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation presentation of 2024 Grants
Rod and I are very pleased, as joint patrons, to join you for the announcement of the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation 2024 annual grants, and to recognise the achievements of current researchers and research programs. Each and every day, South Australian doctors and scientists are...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Oct 2023Monday, 30 October 2023
On Monday morning, at Kingswood, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Mitcham Girls High School for a tour of the school and conversation with the students and staff. Afterwards, at the South Australian Space Industry Centre, Lot Fourteen, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Oct 2023Tuesday, 31 October 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, received the Honourable Emily Bourke MLC, Assistant Minister for Autism. Afterwards, at Willunga, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened Willunga High School’s Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality lab. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Oct 2023Kids in Space National Showcase
It is my pleasure to join you at the Kids in Space National Showcase. I especially welcome students and teachers who have travelled from interstate to be with us today. Congratulations to all of you for winning your state and/or territory competition and advancing to today’s national final. We...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2023Northern Communities Health Research Foundation 25th Anniversary Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Northern Community Health and Research Foundation. It is an honour to recognise such a significant milestone. Many people in Adelaide, including myself, would have passed by what was the Northern...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2023Willunga High School Launch of Virtual Reality Lab
Rod and I are very pleased to be with you at Willunga High School. Willunga, and particularly Port Willunga, holds a special place in the heart of our family. It’s a beautiful part of our state and we spend a lot of time in this region, especially over summer. We have visited the Willunga...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2023Wednesday, 1 November 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Findon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Findon High School, where they spoke to Year 12 students, followed by a tour of the school’s Technical College that is currently under construction. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor, who is...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Nov 20232024 SA Australian of the Year Awards reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House. We congratulate the nominees. The SA Australian of the Year Awards reception provides an opportunity to thank you for giving back unstintingly to our community, not because you have to; but because you want to. Because you care. The 16...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Nov 20232024 SA Australian of the Year Awards presentation
Rod and I are delighted to be with you this evening for the 2024 South Australia Australian of the Year Awards. Congratulations not only to all the nominees, but also to those who have supported them in their endeavours. You have been there for the challenges and the triumphs, if no doubt also...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Nov 2023Thursday, 2 November 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of Executive Council. Afterwards, at Mawson Lakes, the Governor visited Tindo Solar and was briefed on operations and toured the manufacturing facility, as part of a series of visits to industry. Later, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Nov 2023Friday, November 3 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received His Excellency Mr Kim Wan-Joong, Ambassador, and Ms Hyunjung Jung, Counsellor, and Mr Seong Tae Cho, Researcher, from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. Afterwards, at Hahndorf, the Governor addressed the guests and...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Nov 2023Saturday, 4 November 2023
On Saturday morning, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 2023 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. Later, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended the ‘Multiculturalism: Malaysian Style’ forum, and afterwards, the ‘Why Owning Your Narrative...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Nov 2023Sunday, 5 November 2023
On Sunday afternoon, at the Adelaide Festival Theatre, the Governor attended ‘The Malaysian Edit’ discussion, as part of OzAsia Festival. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Adelaide for an official visit to Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands). In the evening, in Alice...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Nov 2023Monday, 6 November 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Alice Springs for an official visit to Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands). In the morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Indulkana Anangu School, and met with staff and students. Later, at Indulkana, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Nov 2023Tuesday, 7 November 2023
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands). In the morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Umuwa for Pukatja, and viewed progress on the Pukatja Youth Centre and Community Pool Complex, currently...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Nov 2023OzAsia Festival In Other Words
Welcome to Government House in celebration of the In Other Words program, part of the 2023 OzAsia Festival. I acknowledge poets, novelists, journalists, playwrights, performers, and creatives who have travelled from around Australia and Asia to Adelaide. Fantastic to see Adelaide Festival Centre...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Nov 2023Meals on Wheels Awardee Day
Rod, and I as patron, are very pleased to join you at today’s Awardee Day to thank the volunteers who are at the heart of the Meals on Wheels SA family. Last year, Rod and I visited the Hindmarsh branch where we learnt about what happens behind the scenes every day. We met with kitchen...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Nov 2023Wednesday, 8 November 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten returned to Adelaide following their visit to the Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. In the afternoon, at the Adelaide Town Hall, the Governor, as patron of The Duke of Edinburgh International – South Australia,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Nov 2023Duke of Edinburgh Gold Awards Presentation
As Patron, I am delighted to be presenting this afternoon Duke of Edinburgh Gold Awards to 50 outstanding young people. Congratulations to the Gold Awardees on their achievements. This scheme was dear to the late Duke of Edinburgh in encouraging and developing youth since 1956. His son, the now...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2023Thursday, 9 November 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of Executive Council. Afterwards, at the Mortlock Wing, State Library of South Australia, the Governor and Mr Bunten, who are joint patrons of the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia, toured the Royal Geographic...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Nov 2023Friday, 10 November 2023
On Friday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Military and Emergency Services Health Australia (MESHA), attended MESHA’s 16th annual Remembrance Day Breakfast. Afterwards, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor addressed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Nov 2023UNESCO South Australia Charter Reception
Rod and I as joint patrons of the UNESCO Adelaide Chapter warmly welcome you to Government House Adelaide. We are delighted to recognise the work of the Adelaide Chapter and shortly to present four awards to: Mrs Marie ShawZaachariaha FieldingMr Erfanullah AbidiProfessor Chris Daniels Each...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2023Community Centres South Australia Conference
I am very pleased to join you for the closing of the 2023 Community Centres SA Conference. I especially thank those of you who have travelled from regional areas to participate today. Earlier this year it was my great pleasure to host a reception at Government House to celebrate 40 years of...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Nov 2023The Association of Totally & Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (SA Branch) Art Exhibition opening
I am honoured, as your patron, to be with you today to open the inaugural TPI South Australian Veteran Art Exhibition, entitled “Reflection.” Through art, we tell our stories; stories of what was or what could be. Art transforms our thinking, and reorientates our perspectives. Art pays tribute to...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Nov 2023Reception for South Australia's Women's Honour Roll
It is my pleasure to host this event in honour of the 20 nominees selected for the 2023 South Australian Women’s Honour Roll. South Australia’s legacy in championing women’s rights is a source of great pride in our state. In 1894, South Australia became the second place in the world to...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Nov 2023Saturday, 11 November 2023
On Saturday morning, at the South Australian War Memorial, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron and honorary life member of The Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), and Mr Bunten, planted a cross and laid a wreath at the Remembrance Day Service.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Nov 2023Sunday, 12 November 2023
On Sunday afternoon, at Victoria Square, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the 2023 Multicultural Festival.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Nov 2023Women in Business Annual Celebration
I am very pleased to be here at the Women in Business Annual Celebration. I especially welcome participants who have travelled from country areas to be with us. Congratulations to the program on completing its first year of operation, and congratulations to all of the women here for taking...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Nov 2023Monday, 13 November 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor visited the Specialised Assistance School for Youth for a tour of the school and conversation with the students and staff. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor hosted a morning tea for the In Good Faith Foundation to honour and celebrate...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Nov 2023Tuesday, 14 November 2023
On Tuesday morning in Port Augusta, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations, met members of the RFDS Port Augusta Base’s Primary Health Care Team, and, together with team members, travelled to the Service’s fly-in clinic in Blinman. In...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Nov 20232023 Multicultural Festival
It’s wonderful to see so many people here. I applaud the performers we’ve had on stage and the activities already underway. As Governor, I have the honour of both travelling overseas on behalf of our state, as well as welcoming foreign delegations and representatives to Government House,...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Nov 2023Morning Tea for survivors of sexual abuse
Welcome to Government House to mark the second anniversary of National Survivors’ Day, which takes place tomorrow, on 14 November. Acclaimed writer Arundhati Roy, winner of the Booker Prize, once said: “There's really no such thing as the 'voiceless'. There are only the deliberately silenced, or...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Nov 2023Wednesday, November 15 2023
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the state’s northern regions, where, in the morning, she departed Port Augusta for Port Pirie. Later, at Port Pirie, the Governor visited St Mark’s College where met student leaders and staff, and afterwards,...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Nov 2023Thursday, 16 November 2023
In the morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the state’s northern regions, where, at Port Augusta Secondary School, she met student leaders and staff, and addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at the Yarta Purtli Gallery in Port Augusta, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Nov 2023Friday, 17 November 2023
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jillian Segal, AO, Chair; Mr Stephan Gerlach AM, Director; and Mr Paul Ramadge, Chief Executive Officer, General Sir John Monash Foundation. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Nov 2023Reception for the Australiana Fund
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House, to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the founding of the Australiana Fund. While Government House was unable to host a reception to time with last year’s AGM in Adelaide due to the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, I appreciate that many...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Nov 2023Saturday, 18 November 2023
On Saturday afternoon, at Norwood Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the 2023 AFLW first semi-final, played between the Adelaide Crows and the Sydney Swans.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Nov 2023Centenary of the Port Augusta War Memorial Rotunda
I am delighted to be with you today to mark the rededication of the Port Augusta War Memorial Rotunda and commemorate its Centenary, 100 years to the very day. It is an honour to follow in the footsteps of my predecessor Governor, Sir Willoughby Norrie. It is also a privilege to pay tribute to a...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Nov 2023Reception for the presentation of the 2023 Churchill Fellows
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate the achievements of Churchill Fellows who have completed their journeys of exploration across the world. Completing a Churchill Fellowship is a significant achievement which requires resilience, perseverance, and a commitment to...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Nov 2023Opening of the new Carrick Hill Pavilion
Rod and I are pleased to join you this morning for the opening of the new Carrick Hill Pavilion. It was our great pleasure to tour Carrick Hill last year and view the Fantasy Estate Art Exhibition, in conjunction with Tutti Arts. Returning today I am reminded of the striking beauty of the house...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Nov 2023Monday, 20 November 2023
On Monday morning, at Carrick Hill, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Carrick Hill Pavilion. In the afternoon, at Cleland Conservation Park, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, addressed the gathering and unveiled a plaque to...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Nov 2023Cleland’s entry into the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy
It is Rod’s, Sophie’s and my great pleasure to be with you today to mark Cleland National Park’s admission into the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy. Cleland National Park is a special place for many South Australians. It is home to the beloved Cleland Wildlife Park, where we meet today, long...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Nov 2023Tuesday, 21 November 2023
On Tuesday morning, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received the Australian Ambassador-designate to the Republic of Korea. Later, at the Adelaide Pavilion, Veale Gardens, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Nov 2023Wednesday, 22 November 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a garden reception for representatives of organisations of which they are patrons or honorary members.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Nov 2023Novita Client Achievement Awards Presentation and Supporters Thank You event
Rod and I are delighted to be with you at the Novita Client Achievement Awards and Supporters Thank you event. Today we come together to celebrate the milestones achieved and the challenges that have been overcome. Congratulations to the award winners. Your determination, resilience and spirit of...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Nov 2023Reception for the Foundation for Australia’s Most Endangered Species
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate 30 years of the Foundation for Australia’s Most Endangered Species work to save flora and fauna from extinction. Thirty years of commitment, 30 years of collaboration and 30 years of significant conservation outcomes. As...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Nov 2023SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards
I am very pleased to join you this evening for the presentation of the Science Excellence and Innovation Awards. These awards present an excellent opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of South Australian STEMM leaders to our state’s, our nation’s and even our global understanding of...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Nov 2023Thursday, 23 November 2023
On Thursday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Adelaide for an official visit to the South‑East. In the morning, at Hynam, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Teys Australia Naracoorte, where they met Mr Sage Murray, General Manager Operations, toured the facility and were...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Nov 2023Kangaroo Inn Area School presentation night
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to be with you here at Kangaroo Inn Area School for your annual awards night. Tonight, we come together in a double celebration – the recognition of outstanding student achievement, and a celebration of 60 years of public education at Kangaroo Inn....
Published in: Speeches / 23 Nov 2023Wreath laying ceremony at the Millicent Cross of Sacrifice
Rod and I are pleased to be with you today to lay a wreath at the Millicent Cross of Sacrifice. Unfortunately, we are not able to attend the service for the centenary on December 5, but are honoured to join you today. 100 years ago, the Cross of Sacrifice was unveiled by my predecessor, then...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Nov 2023Friday, 24 November 2023
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their visit to the South‑East, where, in Mount Gambier, they hosted breakfast for civic leaders. Guests were Mrs Lynette Martin OAM, Her Worship the Mayorand Ms Sarah Philpott, Chief Executive Officer, City of Mount Gambier;...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Nov 2023Patronage Garden Party
Rod and I warmly welcome everyone – whether office bearers, board members, members, volunteers or clients - to Government House gardens today to say thank you for your extraordinary contributions to South Australia. We particularly welcome those who are here as guests for the first time. And: The...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Nov 2023Monday, 27 November 2023
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone with the Honorable Andrea Michaels MP, Minister for Arts. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr Richard (Harry) Harris SC OAM and Mrs Fiona Harris, followed by a luncheon. In the evening,...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Nov 2023Reception for the 2023 Student Citizenship Awards
Rod and I are very pleased to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the ‘top 10’ recipients of the 2023 Student Citizenship Awards, an annual program conducted by the SA Branch of the Order of Australia Association. Congratulations to you all! Your dedication to community service,...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Nov 2023Don Dunstan Lecture
It is an honour to be invited to deliver the first in the Don Dunstan Lecture Series to commemorate, indeed celebrate, Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th Anniversary. I have been asked to explore the role of cultural diplomacy and the value of the arts to society and relish the opportunity to do...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Nov 2023Tuesday, 28 November 2023
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor received Commander Emma McDonald-Kerr ADC RAN, Commanding Officer, HMAS Encounter, and Commander Tony Ryder ADC RAN, the incoming Commanding Officer. Later, at the Adelaide Zoo, the Governor addressed the gathering at the Australia Awards South...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Nov 2023Wednesday, 29 November 2023
On Wednesday morning, at Craigmore, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of Lighthouse Disability, officially reopened the Lighthouse Disability Supported Living Facility. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of COTA SA, hosted a...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2023Thursday, 30 November 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, at the Foodbank SA Edwardstown Headquarters, the Governor, as patron of Foodbank SA, was interviewed by ABC Radio presenter Sonya Feldhoff as part of the ABC Gives Appeal....
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Nov 2023Reception for Recitals Australia
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House to celebrate Recitals Australia, and its support for the arts and in particular its contribution to our community, including to Adelaide as a UNESCO Creative City of Music. This is the first engagement that Rod and I, as your...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Nov 2023Official re-opening of the new Lighthouse Disability Supported Living Facility
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to be with you today for the official reopening of the new Lighthouse Disability Supported Living Facility. Congratulations to everyone involved in the renovations – it is a beautiful home! I am sure that Brett is happy to be back in his home after months of...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Nov 2023GLF Graduation Ceremony
Congratulations to you all on completing the Governor’s Leadership Foundation program. I am pleased to join you for this first part of your graduation ceremony, although I will have to leave the presentation of awards in the capable hands of the Leaders Institute, as this evening Rod and I will...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Nov 2023Reception for the 10th anniversary of Amicus Global
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure to welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Amicus Global. Congratulations on a decade of creating connections and celebrating diversity! Finding a way to make new connections can be a challenge in adult life, especially if you have...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Dec 2023StudyAdelaide Christmas Garden Party
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House for this Christmas Party. It’s a great opportunity to unwind and get to know more of your fellow students. This afternoon it’s our great pleasure to celebrate the conclusion of the academic year with you and all of the hard work you have...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Dec 2023Friday, 1 December
On Friday morning, His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM, Governor of Western Australia, and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson, departed Government House. Also on Friday morning, in conjunction with the International Day of People with Disability, the grounds of Government House were opened to...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Dec 2023Saturday, 2 December 2023
On Saturday morning, in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill Inc, addressed the guests at the Legacy Family Christmas Party. In the afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor attended the Women’s Big Bash...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Dec 2023Sunday, 3 December 2023
On Sunday, at Auchendarroch House, Mount Barker, the Governor, and Mr Bunten, as patron of the Rose Society of South Australia, attended the Rose Society of South Australia’s Christmas Lunch.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Dec 2023Monday, 4 December 2023
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr John Mannion, Chief Executive Officer, Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Police Funeral...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Dec 2023Legacy Christmas Party
Welcome to Government House for the annual Legacy Christmas Party. Some of you may have attended last year, while for others this may be your first time whether at the party, or also at Government House – a warm welcome to you all. As Legacy Patron, I am pleased to host the Legacy Christmas Party...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Dec 2023Tuesday, 5 December 2023
On Tuesday morning, at the Art Gallery of South Australia, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the Tarnanthi 2023 Exhibition. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Pamela Hewavasam, Manager,...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Dec 2023Reception for Barkuma Employer Awards
Welcome to Government House for the presentation of the Barkuma Employer Awards, celebrating the people and organisations who provide Barkuma clients with the opportunity to reach their full potential through meaningful employment. Government House has had a long association with these awards,...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Dec 2023SA Film Corporation Screen Circle
Welcome to Government House this evening for the launch of the South Australian Film Corporation’s Screen Circle. As patron of the inaugural circle, it is my great pleasure to support the Corporation as it takes the next step in strengthening its capacity to bring local screen production to the...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Dec 2023Wednesday, 6 December 2023
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Australia’s Ambassador-designate to China, Mr Scott Dewar, and Consul‑General...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Dec 2023Reception for Vietnam Politburo
I am pleased to welcome Professor Nguyen Xuan Thang and members of his delegation to Government House and to Adelaide. I trust your itinerary in South Australia is both productive and enjoyable, exploring the best of potential links in mining, energy, and other endeavours. VietJet’s new direct...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Dec 2023Balaklava High School Presentation Night
My husband Rod and I are delighted to be with you for the Balaklava High School Presentation Night. It is good to visit Balaklava and the Mid North again, and to be at your school for the first time. Thank you for your warm welcome. Congratulations everyone on your achievements! You’ve studied...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Dec 2023Thursday, 7 December 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Glynde, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited RV Automation Technology – South Australia Robotic Centre, as part of a series of visits to industry. Later, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Dec 2023Friday, 8 December 2023
On Friday morning, at Cumberland Park, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering at Cabra Dominican College’s ‘Cabra Celebrates’. Afterwards, at Torrensville, the Governor addressed the students and presented awards at the Thebarton Senior College’s End of Year Graduation Ceremony. In...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Dec 2023Saturday, 9 December 2023
On Saturday evening, at Elder Park, Her Excellency the Governor, as Deputy Prior and Dame of Grace of the Order of St John, and Mr Bunten, attended the St John Ambulance Australia SA 2023 Sealink Carols by Candlelight.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Dec 2023Monday, 11 December 2023
On Monday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor visited the Adelaide Day Centre for Homeless Persons where she met with clients and volunteers, followed by lunch and a tour of the Dame Roma Mitchell Gardens. In the evening at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Dec 2023Tuesday, 12 December 2023
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Ernesto Pianelli, Consul, Consulate of Italy in South Australia, and Mrs Natalia Carrión García. Later,...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Dec 2023Reception to thank Government House supporters
Rod and I are pleased to welcome you to Government House this festive season. Thank you for your support of Government House operations, and my and Rod’s program, in 2023. Behind the execution of the Governor’s constitutional, ceremonial and community duties, as well as the maintenance of the...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Dec 2023Reception for the Gladys Elphick Awards
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the 2023 recipients of the Gladys Elphick Awards. It is a particular honour to host you on the 20th anniversary of these awards, which, for two decades, have celebrated the achievements of Aboriginal women who have worked...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Dec 2023Reception for Year 12s under Guardianship
Rod and I welcome you to Government House to celebrate your completion of Year 12 in 2023. We are very pleased to host you this evening in what is the oldest Government House in Australia. The ballroom, in which we currently stand, was built in the 1850s. The timber floor is original – if you...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Dec 2023Cabra Dominican College Celebrates
I am delighted to be with you as Cabra celebrates. Thank you for the warm welcome. The end of the school year is a wonderful time to not only celebrate achievement, but also to take a look over the horizon and consider what is to come. Well done on all your hard work this year, and...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Dec 2023SpIRIT Satellite Launch Party
Rod and I are pleased to be here to celebrate the launch of the SpIRIT -‘Space Industry – Responsive – Intelligent – Thermal’ – nano satellite. It was our great pleasure to learn the SpIRIT satellite was launched successfully in the early hours of last Saturday morning. I imagine it was a nervous...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Dec 2023Wednesday, 13 December 2023
On Wednesday morning, in Adelaide, Mr Bunten observed a meeting of the board of the Flinders Ranges Ediacara Foundation Limited. Also in the morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League (RSL) of Australia (SA/NT Branch), received Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2023Thebarton Senior College Graduation Ceremony
I am delighted to be with you for the Thebarton Senior College end of year Presentations for the Year 12 Students and those from the New Arrivals Program. You have studied at a school with a rich history, one which will be celebrated at next Year’s Centenary. Some of you recently toured...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Dec 2023Thursday, 14 December 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr John Mannion, Chief Executive Officer, Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation. In the afternoon, at Government House,...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Dec 2023Friday, 15 December 2023
On Friday afternoon, at Government House, the Governor virtually participated in the 2023 SACE Board of South Australia Commendation Selection Panel. The panel comprised Ms Michaela Bensley, Chief Executive, SACE Board of South Australia; Mr Cameron Baker, Commissioner, South Australian Skills;...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Dec 2023Reception for Youth Opportunities
Welcome to Government House for this reception to thank supporters of Youth Opportunities. The Governor and I are very pleased to be co-patrons of Youth Organisations and it’s wonderful to host your community here today. The journey of personal development is a profound one. For young people,...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Dec 2023Reception for AmCham Academy
Welcome to Government House this evening to mark the culmination of the AmCham Global Leadership Academy for 2023. I congratulate all participants on being nominated for, and taking part in, this program. As Governor I am committed to nurturing and encouraging South Australians, of all ages and...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Dec 2023Sunday, 17 December 2023
On Sunday morning, at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Katherine Bunten attended the Choral Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir. In the evening, at Semaphore, Mr Bunten attended the St Vincent de Paul Society’s Fred’s Van Christmas Dinner Service.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Dec 2023Tuesday, 19 December 2023
On Tuesday morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at the FIVEaa Studios, Mr Bunten was interviewed by Ms Sandy Verschoor on FIVEaa’s ‘Afternoons with Sandy Vershoor’. Afterwards, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Dec 2023Proclamation Day Ceremony
I acknowledge that the Kaurna people are the traditional owners of this land, from the past, today and into the future. I thank Karl Tamaru Smith for cleansing and welcoming us with a smoking ceremony. It is my great pleasure to join this community as we come together to mark the anniversary of...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Dec 2023Sunday, 24 December 2023
On Sunday morning, at St Ann’s Anglican Church Aldinga, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, and family members, attended the Christmas Church Service.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Dec 2023Thursday, 28 December 2023
On Thursday morning at the Old Gum Tree Reserve, Glenelg North, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, read the Proclamation of South Australia, addressed the gathering and presented the Governor’s Civic Awards at the 187th South Australian Proclamation Day commemoration and...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Dec 2023Thursday, 4 January 2024
The grounds of Government House will be open to the public tomorrow (Friday, 5 January) as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide, of which the Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons, music provided by the...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jan 2024Friday, 5 January 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. The grounds of Government House will be open to the public on Friday, 5 January, as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jan 2024Monday, 8 January 2024
On Monday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jan 2024Tuesday, 9 January 2024
On Tuesday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School. In the evening, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the KFC Big Bash...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jan 2024Wednesday, 10 January 2024
On Wednesday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Jan 2024Thursday, 11 January 2024
On Thursday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jan 2024Friday, 12 January 2024
On Friday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Jan 2024Saturday, 13 January 2024
On Saturday, at The Drive, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Tennis SA, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, attended Luncheon followed by the Adelaide International. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Oval, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Cricket Association (SACA),...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jan 2024Sunday, 14 January 2024
On Sunday, the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the 2024 Tour Down Under – Hyundai Women’s Stage 3 Grand Finale.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jan 2024Monday, 15 January 2024
On Monday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor held a reception to welcome the delegates from the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Jan 2024Tuesday, 16 January 2024
On Tuesday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jan 2024Wednesday, 17 January 2024
On Wednesday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School. In the afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Cricket Association...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Jan 2024Thursday, 18 January 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jan 2024Friday, 19 January 2024
On Friday, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Language and Culture Summer School. In the afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Cricket Association...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jan 2024Saturday, 20 January 2024
On Saturday, at Elder Hall, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the final concert of the Australian Youth Orchestra’s 2024 National Music Camp Summer Series.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jan 2024Monday, 22 January 2024
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Professor Emeritus Alan Reid AM, Centre for Research in Educational and Social Inclusion, University of South Adelaide. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Dr Susannah Elliott, Chief...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jan 2024Tuesday, 23 January 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Georgia-Lee Jarratt, President, Australian American Association in South Australia Inc. Afterwards, at the Red Cross - Lifeblood Adelaide Donor Centre, the Governor, who is patron of Australian Red Cross – South...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jan 2024Wednesday, 24 January 2023
On Wednesday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jan Ferguson OAM, Chair, and Ms Margaret Howard, Director, Outback Communities Authority. Afterwards, at the South Australia Police Academy, Taperoo, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the graduates and...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jan 2024Thursday, 25 January 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Port Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the City of Adelaide Clipper Ship, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian destinations. Later, at West Beach, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jan 2024Friday, 26 January 2024
On Friday morning, at Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron in chief of the Australia Day Council of South Australia, Mr Bunten, and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the ‘Mourning in the Morning’ Smoking Ceremony. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr James Muecke...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jan 2024Opening Ceremony for the 2024 ILCA 7 Mens World Championships
I am delighted to be with you this evening to officially open the ILCA 7 Men’s World Championships and Olympic Qualifying Regatta. To our interstate and overseas officials, dignitaries and competitors, a warm welcome to Adelaide and South Australia. While here, I hope you will all be able to...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Jan 2024SAPOL Graduation Ceremony
Rod and I are very pleased to be with you as you celebrate your graduation from the Academy. Congratulations on completing your training! The past nine and half months have been an intense period of learning for you all, developing the mental, emotional and physical skills to undertake the role...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Jan 2024Pathways to Politics Graduation
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the grounds of Government House this evening to celebrate your completion of Pathways to Politics. Congratulations on being part of the first South Australian cohort to undertake this program. I thank the University of Adelaide for stepping forward to offer...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Jan 2024Monday, 29 January 2024
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia, spoke by telephone to Mr William Rayner, Chief Executive Officer, Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jan 2024Tuesday, 30 January 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for a Vice Regal visit to the Adelaide Plains Council, where, at the Mallala Chambers, she met Mr Mark Wasley, Mayor, Adelaide Plains Council, and Mr James Miller, Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Plains Council. Afterwards, at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jan 2024Wednesday, 31 January 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Eden Hills, Her Excellency the Governor, visited Blackwood High School for a conversation with the student leaders. Afterwards, at Kidman Park, the Governor addressed the gathering at the South Australian Sports Institute Women’s Coaching and Leadership in Sport...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jan 2024Thursday, 1 February 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Hope Valley, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Torrens Valley Christian School for a tour and conversation with the students and staff. In the afternoon,...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Feb 2024Friday, 2 February 2024
On Friday morning, in Magill, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Norwood International High School for a tour and conversation with the students and staff. During the day, the grounds of Government House were opened to members of the public as part of the “Lunch on...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Feb 2024Saturday, 3 February 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of the South Australian Cricket Association (SACA), accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the 1st Commonwealth Bank Women’s One Day International between Australia and South Africa.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Feb 2024Sunday, 4 February 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor, who is patron of Rotary Adelaide and Rotary South Australia Centenary, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at the Rotary Adelaide and Rotary South Australia Centenary Luncheon.
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Feb 2024Monday, 5 February 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Sonya Feldhoff and Mr Jules Schiller for ABC Adelaide Breakfast Radio. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Dylan Jones, Director, Office for AUKUS. During the day, students from...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Feb 2024Rotary Centenary Luncheon
You understand that cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is essential to realising a world where people are able to come together and take action to create lasting change. One hundred years ago, the founders of Rotary Adelaide – some of Adelaide’s leading citizens – recognised...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Feb 2024Tuesday, 6 February 2024
On Tuesday morning, at the Adelaide Showground, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia, addressed the guests at the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia morning tea, and afterwards, participated in a...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Feb 2024Reception for Philippines Benchmarking Study Group
It is my great pleasure to host you at Government House this afternoon. I trust you are enjoying your time in South Australia. As an alumnus of the University of Adelaide, I know your learning is in good hands. As the former Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, I was pleased...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Jan 2024Wednesday, 7 February 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Somerton Park, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Sacred Heart College to meet students and staff. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Magistrate Lana Chester and Magistrate Natalie Browne, Magistrates Court of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Feb 2024Thursday, 8 February 2024
On Thursday morning, at St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, delivered a reading at the service to mark the opening of the 2024 State Parliamentary year. Afterwards, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon,...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Feb 2024NeuroSurgical Research Foundation Reception
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to thank supporters of the NeuroSurgical Research Foundation and to acknowledge its important work. Work that for 60 years has been supporting vital research that is turning potential into possibilities. Possibilities into positive results. As Rod...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Feb 2024Friday, 9 February 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over the swearing-in of Dr Richard Harris SC, OAM, as Lieutenant-Governor of South Australia, before, together with Mr Bunten, hosting refreshments for those attending the ceremony. Afterwards, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Feb 2024Monday, 12 February 2024
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to the State’s South East, where, at Penola, she met with students and staff from Penola High School. Afterwards, in Millicent, the Governor met with students and staff from Millicent High School, before...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Feb 2024Tuesday, 13 February 2024
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the State’s South East, where, in the morning, she met with students and staff from Naracoorte High School. Afterwards, in Naracoorte, the Governor met with Mr Darren Turner, Managing Director, Mini Jumbuk, and Brett Woods,...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Feb 2024Wednesday, 14 February 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. In the afternoon, at St Mary’s College, the Governor addressed the assembly at St Mary’s College 155th Anniversary Merit Ceremony. In the evening, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Feb 2024SACE 2024 Merit Ceremony
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. This event concludes two days of ceremonies in these grounds, with 1120 students receiving their certificates of merit. This afternoon we gather to celebrate our highest achievers in the SACE 2023 – students who have received multiple merits,...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Feb 2024Thursday, 15 February 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Nick Hays, Executive Director, and Mr Daniel Riley, Artistic Director, Australian Dance Theatre. Later, at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Feb 2024Friday, 16 February 2024
On Friday morning, at The Tunnels, Panorama, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of Sleep’s Hill Tunnel. In the evening, at The Moa at Gluttony, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of YOAH. Afterwards, at Electric Dreams @ Freemasons Hall, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Feb 2024Saturday, 17 February 2024
On Saturday morning, at West Lakes, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Rowing South Australia, accompanied by Mr Bunten, presented medals at the Rowing South Australia State Championships. Afterwards, at The Arch at Holden Street Theatres, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Feb 2024Sunday, 18 February 2024
On Sunday morning, the Governor was interviewed by Michael Keelan and Angie McBride, Presenters, FIVEaa Weekend Breakfast. Later, at the South Australian Women’s Memorial Playing Fields, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Women’s Memorial Playing Fields Trust, and Mr Bunten, laid a...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Feb 2024Monday, 19 February 2024
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received the Honourable David Ridgway, Agent General for South Australia, and Mrs Meredith Ridgway, followed by a luncheon. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received the Honourable Mira El Dannawi MLC....
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Feb 2024SA Public Service Medal Association
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House, and trust you have proud memories of being in the ballroom and receiving your Public Service Medals, or as guests, witnessing your family member being honoured. I will be delighted to honour five more Public Service Medal recipients at a...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Feb 2024Tuesday, 20 February 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Stonyfell, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the assembly at St Peter’s Girls’ School. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Her Excellency Ms Vicki Treadell CMG MVO, British High Commissioner, and Mr Steph Lysaght, British Consul General. Later, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Feb 2024Wednesday, 21 February 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a Vice Regal visit to the City of Prospect Council, where, at Broadview Oval, they met with Mr Matt Larwood, Mayor, and Mr Chris White, Chief Executive Officer; and afterwards they toured the Broadview Community Sports Hub...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Feb 2024Thursday, 22 February 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening, at the Hawke Building, UniSA, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the SA Philanthropy Network Series: “Give While You Live”. Afterwards, at the UniSA South...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Feb 2024Friday, 23 February 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kate Croser, Chair, Chief Executive Women. Also, in the morning, Mr Bunten, as patron of Travellers’ Aid Society in South Australia, met with Mr David Searles, President, and Mrs Rita Dunn, Former President,...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Feb 2024Governor's Civics Awards
Rod and I welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the winners of the 2023 Governor’s Civics Awards. On 28 December last year, Proclamation Day, I had the pleasure of presenting the majority of primary school awardees with their medallions at the Old Gum Tree in Glenelg. Congratulations...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Feb 2024Saturday, 24 February 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at The Gallery at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the Migration Museum, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Blood of the Lamb’, an event of the Adelaide Fringe. Afterwards, at The Yurt at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the Migration...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Feb 2024Sunday, 25 February 2024
On Sunday morning, at Echunga, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Echunga Uniting Church’s 140th Anniversary Celebration Service. Later, at the Unley Town Hall, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Sconefest!’; at the Adelaide Town Hall, a performance of The Trombone Guys...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Feb 2024Foodbank SA Reception
Rod and I, as Patron, warmly welcome you to Government House to thank supporters of Foodbank SA&NT and recognise the vital work that the organisation does in the community. In a wealthy country such as Australia it is sobering to be reminded that Foodbank is not only needed but is...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Feb 2024St Mary's College Ceremony
I am pleased to join you for this ceremony to acknowledge recent graduates for their achievements in the 2023 SACE, as well as senior student award winners. Thank you to student leaders for your warm welcome upon arrival today. It’s been my pleasure to host St Mary’s school captains as guests at...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Feb 2024Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony
As a nation we are seated within an ancient landscape and ancient culture. A nation that has evolved with many faces, many voices, and many opinions. It is one of the great attributes of our state that even in times of changing expectations and differing opinions we are able respectfully to...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Feb 2024SA Philanthropy Network evening “Give While You Live”
It is a pleasure officially to open the first in a series of events for the SA Philanthropy Network. While everyone in this room comes from different backgrounds and brings unique perspectives to the challenges facing us, we are all united in our dedication to strengthening and improving our...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Feb 2024Monday, 26 February 2024
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Jockey Club, received Mrs Judith Jones, Chair of the Club. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor hosted a roundtable with SA Leaders for Gender Equity. Participants were Ms Jane Pickering,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Feb 2024Reception for Adelaide Fringe Honeypot Marketplace
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House this evening. I especially welcome Honey Pot delegates who have travelled from interstate and overseas to be here. It’s great to experience the city during the late summer festival season, and I trust you are enjoying your time with us. I...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Feb 2024Opening Flinders University City Campus
It is my pleasure to join you for the opening of Flinders University’s new city campus. From Government House, Rod and I have watched Festival Plaza construction take place at impressive speed. The city campus is central to this vibrant new precinct, creating a strong presence for the university...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Feb 2024Tuesday, 27 February 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Seaton, Her Excellency the Governor, as Patron of the Royal Adelaide Golf Club, participated in the Club’s Women’s Opening Day. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Feb 2024Wednesday, 28 February 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, at Pasadena, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Springbank Secondary College, where they toured the school and took questions from...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Feb 2024Thursday, 29 February 2024
On Thursday morning, in Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Committee for Adelaide, addressed the guests at the Committee’s panel to discuss the 2024 International Women’s Day theme: “Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment”. Afterwards, at Government House,...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Feb 2024Friday, 1 March 2024
On Friday, at Elder Hall, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Dancing with the Birds’, part of the Adelaide Festival. Afterwards, at the Adelaide College of the Arts, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Lien’, part of the Adelaide Fringe...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Mar 2024Adelaide Festival Chairman’s Circle Reception
Rod and I warmly welcome members of the Chairman’s Circle to Government House. Philanthropy is a powerful driver of positive change. Historically, it has been a superpower for our state. Generous giving in the past has helped build the South Australia of today. Today, the legacies of the...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Feb 2024Governor's Leadership Foundation Launch and 25th Anniversary
Rod, and I as Patron, warmly welcome you to the Government House grounds to recognise participants in the 2024 Governor’s Leadership Foundation program and mark its 25th anniversary. In my role as Governor, and your Patron, I am committed to fostering our State’s leadership, because leadership is...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Feb 2024Saturday, 2 March 2024
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Peter Varghese AO, Chancellor, The University of Queensland. Afterwards, at the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, the Governor attended ‘You, Me and the B52s’, part of Adelaide Writers’ Week. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Mar 2024Sunday, 3 March 2024
On Sunday, at the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, the Governor attended ‘The End of Liberalism’, and, afterwards, ‘Bright Shining’, both part of Adelaide Writers’ Week. Afterwards, at North Adelaide, the Governor, as patron of The Naval Association of Australia – South Australian Section,...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Mar 2024Committee for Adelaide IWD Event
I am pleased to join you to mark International Women’s Day and to discuss how gender equality can be pursued through the economic empowerment of women. As patron of the Committee for Adelaide, I am pleased to support its role as an important advocate not only on economic issues, but social and...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Feb 2024AGSA Biennial Ambassadors Dinner
Rod and I are so pleased to welcome you to Government House this evening to celebrate the 2024 Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art and the important contribution you have made, as Biennial Ambassadors, to the realisation of this event. I trust you are enjoying the Adelaide Festival and Adelaide...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Mar 2024Committee for Adelaide IWD Event
I am pleased to join you to mark International Women’s Day and to discuss how gender equality can be pursued through the economic empowerment of women. As patron of the Committee for Adelaide, I am pleased to support its role as an important advocate not only on economic issues, but social and...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Feb 2024Gawler Music, Arts, Poetry event
Rod and I are very pleased to join you for the opening of Gawler’s 2024 series of Original Music, Art & Poetry, as well as to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Gawler as an Adelaide Fringe destination. We love supporting South Australian artists and organisations during the Fringe. Indeed...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Mar 2024WRANS Sub Section 70th birthday
Rod and I are pleased to join you today to celebrate 70 years of the WRAN - RAN Women’s sub section. Congratulations on reaching this milestone. This past week was also Navy Week, making today a truly opportune time to come along and join you in celebration. As Governor it is a great pleasure...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Mar 2024Monday, 4 March 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Charles Edel, Senior Advisor and inaugural Australia Chair, and Ms Kathryn Paik, Senior Fellow with the Australia Chair, Centre for Strategic and International Studies, Washington D.C. Afterwards, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Mar 2024Tuesday, 5 March 2024
On Tuesday morning, at the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, Her Excellency attended ‘Writing Relationships: Authors and their Editors’ and ‘Mental Health Matters’, both part of Adelaide Writer’s Week. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for artists, crew...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Mar 2024Reception for Opera Australia and State Opera of South Australia
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House this evening. As enthusiastic patrons of the arts, it is an honour for us to host two such prestigious companies and their supporters - State Opera South Australia and Opera Australia - here in Australia’s oldest Government House. The Adelaide...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Mar 2024Adelaide Festival Luncheon
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House, in particular the performers and producers who have travelled from interstate or overseas to be with us. The Adelaide Festival is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated events in South Australia. Alongside its contribution to the local and...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Mar 2024Migrant Resource Centre International Women’s Day Forum
I am delighted to be with you to officially open the Migrant Resource Centre’s International Women’s Day Forum. As Governor I am committed to pursuing gender equality and communicating the value of diversity to our society. I know you share these objectives and thank you for the opportunity to...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Mar 2024Zahra Foundation Australia Reception
Rod, and I as your Patron, are honoured to welcome you to Government House to pay tribute to the work of the Zahra Foundation in the lead up to this Friday’s International Women’s Day. Sadly, March also marks the birthday of Zahra Abrahimzadeh and the tragic anniversary of her death at the hands...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Mar 2024Wednesday, 6 March 2024
On Wednesday morning, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Australian Migrant Resource Centre, officially launched the 2024 International Women’s Day Forum: ‘Migrant and Refugee Women Voices for Economic Empowerment’. Afterwards, at the Adelaide College...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Mar 2024Thursday, 7 March 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Daniel Cooper, Chief Operating Officer – Professional Services, Mr Shane Wallace, Chief Development Officer – Indigenous Programs, and Mr Owen...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Mar 2024Friday, 8 March 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, the Governor hosted a breakfast to celebrate International Women’s Day, with guest speaker Ms Elizabeth Broderick AO. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor participated in a virtual morning tea convened by SheFarmer with rural, regional, and remote...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Mar 2024St Dominic’s Priory Investiture Mass
I am pleased to join you for this ceremony to recognise student leaders, from reception to year 12, as well as the Year 12 Class of 2024. I have recently visited both Cabra Dominican College and St Mary’s College, and it is a pleasure to be among the Dominican education community once again...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Mar 2024The Advertiser Woman of the Year Awards
I am delighted to join you this evening, on the eve of International Women’s Day, in celebration of The Advertiser Woman of the Year awards. I am hard pressed to think of another occasion when I have been in the presence of quite so many truly wonderful women (and some of the men who support them...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Mar 2024Saturday, 9 March 2024
On Saturday, at the Holden Street Theatres, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Afghanistan is Not Funny by Henry Naylor’, part of the Adelaide Fringe. Later, at the Ukaria Cultural Center, Mount Barker Summit, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Mar 2024Sunday, 10 March 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at the Dunstan Playhouse, the Governor, accompanied by Ms Sheree Tirrell, attended a performance of ‘Qui a tué mon père (Who killed my father)’, part of Adelaide Festival. Also in the afternoon, at Aberfoyle Park, Mr Bunten, as patron of the Adelaide Male Voice Choir,...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Mar 2024Monday, 11 March 2024
On Monday, at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Jockey Club, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the running of the 2024 Adelaide Cup and presented the Adelaide Cup to the winning connections. In the evening, at the Adelaide College of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Mar 2024Tuesday, 12 March 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Vice Admiral Jonathon Mead AO, Director-General, Australian Submarine Agency. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work with Meals on Wheels. Later, at the FIVEaa Studios, the Governor was interviewed by...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Mar 2024Wednesday, 13 March 2024
On Wednesday afternoon, at Elder Hall, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Goldner String Quartet: The 2000’s’, part of the Adelaide Festival. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of the Hutt St Centre, and Mr Bunten, hosted a reception to...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Mar 2024Thursday, 14 March 2023
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening, at Her Majesty’s Theatre, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Claire Bunten attended a performance of ‘Time Machine’, part of the Adelaide Festival. Afterwards, at the Adelaide College...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Mar 2024Friday, 15 March 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, the Governor received Honorary Professor Matthew Neuhaus, and Mrs Angela Neuhaus, followed by breakfast. Afterwards, at Port Pirie, the Governor addressed the guests at Soroptimists International Port Pirie’s International Women’s Day Luncheon. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Mar 2024Saturday, 16 March 2024
On Saturday morning, at West Lakes, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Head of the River South Australian Schools’ VIP Breakfast. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended Adelaide festival events. At the University of Adelaide, a performance...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Mar 2024Sunday, 17 March 2024
On Sunday, at the Dunstan Playhouse, the Governor and Ms Penny Marsh attended a performance of ‘Antigone in the Amazon’. In the evening, at the Adelaide Festival Theatre, the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Claire Bunten, attended a performance of ‘Floods of Fire: Our Celebration with Electric Fields...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Mar 2024Monday, 18 March 2024
On Monday morning, at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of The Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of Adelaide, presented awards at the 2024 Lady Day Service. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to celebrate 40 years of...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Mar 2024Northern and Southern Volunteering SA Reception
I am pleased to welcome you to Government House this evening to celebrate 40 years of Northern and Southern Volunteering. Congratulations on reaching this milestone. South Australians have a strong sense of community, exemplified by a deeply rooted culture of volunteering. Hundreds of thousands...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Mar 2024Soroptimist International Port Pirie IWD Luncheon
It is my great pleasure to join you for your annual luncheon to mark International Women’s Day and to be patron of the Soroptimist International Region of South Australia. I am pleased to be in the company of Soroptimists here today, as well as women, men and young people from the broader...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Mar 2024Hutt Street Centre Platinum Jubilee Reception
Rod, and I as your Patron, are honoured to welcome you to Government House to pay tribute to the work of Hutt Street Centre in its Platinum Jubilee year. That’s a significant milestone in the evolution of the organisation - 70 years of caring; 70 years of empowering people to rebuild their lives;...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Mar 2024Tuesday, 19 March 2024
On Tuesday morning, and again in the afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted receptions for the Child Development Council’s Charter Ambassador Program and presented pins to Charter Ambassadors.
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Mar 2024Receptions for Child Development Council
As Patron of South Australia’s Charter for Children and Young People, I warmly welcome you all to Government House. Over two receptions, one this morning and one this afternoon, it will be my pleasure to welcome more than 180 new Charter Ambassadors to their roles. I especially thank students and...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Mar 2024Wednesday, 20 March 2024
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Aberfoyle Park High School, Woodcroft College, and Southern Vales Christian College, at each of which they engaged in discussion with students. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor, and Mr Bunten, who is patron of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Mar 2024Thursday, 21 March 2024 `
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Underdale High School and Our Lady of La Vang School, at each of which they engaged in discussion with students. In the afternoon, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Mar 2024Friday, 22 March 2024
On Friday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted the Australia-United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN). On the United Kingdom side, principal participants were the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs the Rt Hon the Lord Cameron; the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Mar 2024Sunday, 24 March 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at the Royal South Australian Society of Art Gallery, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the gathering and presented awards at the opening for the 15th Solar Art Prize. Also in the afternoon, in the grounds of Government House, Mr Bunten, accompanied by the Governor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Mar 2024Tourism Industry Council South Australia Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to honour the winners of the State and recent national Tourism Awards. It is a pleasure to be with you, as it was for the State awards ceremony in November last year. Last Friday, ten state winners went on to receive national accolades in...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Mar 2024Monday, 25 March 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea, followed by a tour, for members of The Australiana Society. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, CEO and Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Mar 2024Australiana Society
Rod and I welcome you to Australia’s oldest Government House, especially our interstate visitors. I am sure the local Society members have looked after you very well and hope you have found many things to interest you in South Australia, including now, our House. As collectors, connoisseurs, and...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Mar 2024Solar Art Prize
I am pleased to join you for the presentation of the 2024 Solar Art Prize. As Governor and as patron of the Royal South Australian Society of Arts, it’s my great pleasure to support the visual arts in our state. This is especially the case when they intersect with such a vital endeavour as...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Mar 2024Tuesday, 26 March 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, who is patron of the South Australian National Football League Inc (SANFL), received Mr Dion McCaffrie,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Mar 2024Wednesday, 27 March 2024
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, in Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Adelaide Holocaust Museum and Steiner Education Centre. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Mar 2024Tuesday, 2 April 2024
On Tuesday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Damien Walker, Chief Executive, Department of the Premier and Cabinet. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Jockey Club, and Mr Bunten received Mr Bob Holton,...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Apr 2024Thursday, 28 March 2024
On Thursday morning, at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Maundy Thursday Eucharist. Afterwards, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base – Edinburgh, the Governor, as Honorary Air Commodore...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Mar 2024Wednesday, 3 April 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten made a visit to the City of Mitcham Council, where, at Pasadena Community Centre, they met with Dr Heather Holmes-Ross, Mayor, Mr Matthew Pears, Chief Executive Officer, Mr Sean McNamara, Manager Community Development and Libraries,...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Apr 2024Thursday, 4 April 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor, as patron of the Migration Museum Foundation, and Mr Bunten, visited the Migration Museum. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Senator The...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Apr 2024Friday, 5 April 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a morning tea for The Honourable Sir Eric Neal AC CVO, Former Governor of South Australia; Mr Mark Rigotti, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD); Mr Tim Sarah, SA...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Apr 2024Saturday, 6 April 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at Netley, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the State Opera of South Australia and The Friends of the State Opera of South Australia, addressed the gathering at the book launch of Thomas Edmonds’ autobiography, ‘Evr’y Valley: A Tenor’s Story’.
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Apr 2024Sunday, 7 April 2024
On Sunday morning, at Evanston South, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Trinity College Open Day to celebrate the school’s 40th anniversary.
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Apr 2024Address the book launch of Thomas Edmonds’ Autobiography
Rod and I as joint patrons of the State Opera of South Australia and the Friends of the State Opera are delighted to join you for the launch of Thomas Edmond’s autobiography, and to celebrate his 90th birthday. One mark of a high-performing organisation from a patron’s point of view is the...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Apr 2024Trinity College Open Day
Rod and I are pleased to join you this morning to celebrate 40 years of Trinity College. It’s been a busy time for Trinity, with the launch of your new Roseworthy campus, and now a whole-school Open Day – the largest I have ever attended! As Governor I am committed to supporting South Australian...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Apr 2024Monday, 8 April 2024
On Monday, at Brown Hill Creek, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Kaurna Shelter Tree/Willawilla Karra Kuu. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor spoke by telephone with members of the Commonwealth Government’s COVID-19 Response Inquiry. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Apr 2024Tuesday, 9 April 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Clare Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, and Minister for Forest Industries. Also in the morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels....
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Apr 2024Wednesday, 10 April 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, followed by a luncheon at which the guests were Commander Tony Ryder ADC RAN, Commanding Officer HMAS Encounter, Navy Headquarters SA, and Ms Dorrit Schultz; Brigadier Timothy...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Apr 2024Thursday, 11 April 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the morning, and again in the afternoon, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. In the afternoon, the Governor received members of the House of...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Apr 2024Reception for the Members of the First Nations Voice to Parliament
Rod and I welcome Members of the Voice to Government House and congratulate you on your election to this historic body. It was with a deep sense of pride that a year ago on the steps of Parliament House, in front of First Nations elders, First Nations people, the Premier, ministers,...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2024Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program 2024 launch
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to join you to officially launch the 2024 Veterans SA Career and Business Mentoring Program. I trust you have all had a productive induction session. As Governor, and also patron of the RSL and several other veterans organisations, I am committed to supporting those...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2024Friday, 12 April 2024
On Friday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Andrew Ferguson, Managing Director, Ferguson Australia Group; Mr David Wood, Chief Executive Officer, Yumbah Aquaculture; Mr Daniel Casement, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Southern Bluetin Tuna Industry...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Apr 2024Saturday, 13 April 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the Suncorp Super Netball Match: Adelaide Thunderbirds v Queensland Firebirds and present the Suncorp Super Netball 2023 Player of the Year Award. The Governor is patron of...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Apr 2024Monday, 15 April 2024
On Monday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Janice Silby, Deputy Commissioner SA, Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received the Premier, the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Apr 2024Freemason Grand Installation Reception
I am delighted to welcome you all to Government House, the oldest Government House in Australia. I especially welcome guests who have travelled long distances to be with us this evening. Adelaide is of course home to the oldest Grand Lodge of Freemasons in the Southern Hemisphere. As you would...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Apr 2024International Wool Textile Organisation Congress Official Opening
It is my great pleasure to officially open the 93rd International Wool Textile Organization Congress, and particularly welcome those who are here from overseas. Welcome to Adelaide and South Australia, the first time the conference has come down under in eight years. I should perhaps say to our...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Apr 2024Tuesday, 16 April 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the 2024 International Wool Textiles Conference. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours, followed by a luncheon at which the guests were...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Apr 2024Wednesday, 17 April 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly. In the morning and again in the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Apr 2024Thursday, 18 April 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, who is patron of the Royal Zoological Society of South Australia, spoke by telephone to Dr Phil Ainsley, Director, Royal Zoological Society of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Apr 2024Friday, 19 April 2024
On Friday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor addressed participants of the Department of Education’s Civics and Citizen professional development group. Afterwards, at the South Australia Police Academy, the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the South Australia Police...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Apr 2024Saturday, 20 April 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at Prospect Oval, Mr Bunten attended the SANFL match between North Adelaide Football Club and Sturt Football Club.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Apr 2024Sunday, 21 April 2024
On Sunday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to the People’s Republic of China.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Apr 2024Monday, 22 April 2024
On Monday morning, in Jinan, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of StudyAdelaide, delivered an address to StudyAdelaide’s South Australia Education Summit. Later, the Governor addressed the guests at the Shandong-South Australia Business Exchange. Afterwards, the Governor met with Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Apr 2024South Australian Education Summit, StudyAdelaide, Jinan, China
It’s a great pleasure to be back in Jinan. As Jane mentioned, I have a deep connection with China built over many years and including having been Australia’s Ambassador to China. It is wonderful now to return as Governor of South Australia to support the linkages and long-lasting...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Apr 2024Tuesday, 23 April 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Jinan for Qingdao, where she visited the TGOOD Electric site, and afterwards, Tsingtao Brewery. In the afternoon, the Governor, who is patron of StudyAdelaide, addressed the guests at the StudyAdelaide Student Ambassador Program Ceremony....
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Apr 2024Shandong-South Australia Business Exchange
Good morning. I am delighted to be back in Jinan. Shandong Province and South Australia share an enduring 38‑year Sister-State Relationship, and it is an honour to visit in my capacity as Governor of South Australia. Later today I will meet with the Honourable Mr Zhou Naixiang, Governor of...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Apr 2024StudyAdelaide Student Ambassador Program, Qingdao, China
It’s a great pleasure to be back in Qingdao. As Jane mentioned, I have a deep connection with China built over many years and including having been Australia’s Ambassador to China. It is wonderful now to return as Governor of South Australia to support the linkages and long-lasting...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Apr 2024Wednesday, 24 April 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Qingdao for Beijing, where she met with His Excellency Mr Scott Dewar, Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, and afterwards, attended a luncheon for members of the Australian business community hosted by His Excellency....
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Apr 2024Thursday, 25 April 2024
In the morning, at the National War Memorial, Adelaide, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, and Mrs Fiona Harris, placed a wreath at the Anzac Day Dawn Service. Meanwhile, in Beijing, Her Excellency the Governor read The Dedication at an Anzac Day Dawn Service jointly...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Apr 2024Friday, 26 April 2024
On Friday morning, in Guangzhou, Her Excellency the Governor met with Dr Timothy Kendall, Consul-General of Australia in Guangzhou. Later, the Governor addressed the guests at a luncheon hosted by the South Australia Club International. In the afternoon, the Governor visited the 135th Canton...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Apr 2024Reception, Australian Embassy, Beijing
The last time I stood here was five years ago, almost to the day, as Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Then, I spoke to the strength, dynamism and potential of the Australia-China relationship. Of course, much has happened in the years since then, indeed the world has...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Apr 2024Saturday, 27 April 2024
On Saturday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor returned to Adelaide on the conclusion of her official visit to the People’s Republic of China. In the evening, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the Governor, as patron of Tennis SA, and Mr Bunten attended the 2024 Tennis SA Awards.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Apr 2024Monday, 29 April 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Geoff Brock MP, Member for Stuart. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Ret’d),...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Apr 2024Tuesday, 30 April 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Colin Cornish AM, Chief Executive Officer, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Tish Naughton, Chief Executive Officer, Feast Festival. Later, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Apr 2024Wednesday, 1 May 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened The Multiple Sclerosis Society of South Australia & Northern Territory’s new client-centric Wellness Centre. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of The Multiple Sclerosis Society of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 May 2024Thursday, 2 May 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, the Governor, who is patron of the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia, placed a phone call to Mr William Rayner, Chief Executive of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 May 20242024 National Schools Debating Championship Reception
It is Rod’s and my great pleasure as Patron of Debating SA to welcome you all to Government House, the oldest Government House in Australia. It is an accolade to represent your State. Congratulations everyone on your remarkable achievement in gaining a place in this prestigious national debating...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Apr 2024Reception for National Suicide Prevention Conference
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House to mark 25 years of the National Suicide Prevention Conference, which begins tomorrow. I especially welcome those of you who have travelled from interstate or overseas to attend the conference and be with us this evening. Supporting the mental...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Apr 2024Operation Flinders Reception
Rod, and I as patron of Operation Flinders, welcome you to Government House to say a heartfelt thankyou to the volunteers. You are the soul of the organisation. While you all come from different backgrounds and bring various life experiences to Operation Flinders, you share a common passion - a...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Apr 2024MS Society Wellness Centre Opening
It is Rod’s and my pleasure, as joint patrons of the MS Society SA&NT, to be with you for the official opening of the Wellness Centre. In just our brief glimpse of the centre as we arrived, we can see it looks magnificent and has a sense of welcome. Congratulations! Your vision has been...
Published in: Speeches / 01 May 2024Friday, May 3 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Minister for Foreign Affairs Senator the Honourable Penny Wong and the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Germany Ms Annalena Baerbock, and their delegations, who then convened the Australia Germany...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 May 2024Saturday, May 4 2024
On Saturday, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of the South Australian Jockey Club, accompanied by Mr Bunten, presented the Winner’s Trophy at the Queen Elizabeth II Cup. In the evening, at Urrbrae House, the Governor attended the University of Adelaide’s Waite 100 Gala.
Published in: Daily Program / 04 May 2024Sunday, May 5 2024
On Sunday morning, at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the 82nd Commemoration of the Battle of the Coral Sea, hosted by the Australian American Association in South Australia. Afterwards, at Aldgate, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 May 2024Monday, 6 May 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received the Honourable Andrea Michaels MP, Minister for Small and Family Business, Minister for Consumer and Business Affairs,...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 May 2024Tuesday, 7 May 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, departed for Sydney to meet with Their Excellencies the Governor-General and the Governors of other Australian States and the Administrator of the Northern Territory, hosted by His Excellency General the Honourable David...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 May 2024Adelaide Hills Garden Affair
Rod and I are pleased to join you today, in the stunning grounds of Stangate House, to officially open the inaugural Adelaide Hills Gardening Affair. We are fortunate to live in a house with a beautiful garden, which we love to share with South Australians. At this time of year we appreciate the...
Published in: Speeches / 05 May 2024Adelaide Youth Orchestras Thank You Event
Rod and I are pleased to join you this evening to acknowledge the generous support of Adelaide Youth Orchestras’ donors and volunteers. It is my great pleasure to be patron of the orchestras and to have invited some of its members to perform at a Government House dinner last year. I have also...
Published in: Speeches / 06 May 2024Wednesday, 8 May 2024
On Wednesday morning, in Sydney, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten accompanied His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia, and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley, the Governors of other Australian States and the...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 May 2024Thursday, 9 May 2024
During the day, volunteers at the University of Adelaide, and members of the University of the Third Age, toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 May 2024Friday, 10 May 2024
On Friday afternoon, at Marion, the Governor’s Deputy laid a wreath at the commemorative service for the Battles for Fire Support Patrol Bases Coral and Balmoral. During the day, students from St Peter’s Woodlands Grammar School toured Government House. Tomorrow (Sunday, May 12), Her Excellency...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 May 2024Sunday, 12 May 2024
On Sunday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten opened Government House and grounds for an Open Day, in conjunction with the 2024 SA History Festival.
Published in: Daily Program / 12 May 2024Monday, 13 May 2024
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to the Far North. In the morning, in Roxby Downs, the Governor met with staff and students at Roxby Downs Area School and St Barbara’s Parish School. Afterwards, the Governor visited the BHP Innovation Hub,...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 May 2024Tuesday, 14 May 2024
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the State’s Far North. In the morning, at BHP Olympic Dam, the Governor met with Mr Jeremy Milne, Head of Corporate Affairs, BHP Copper SA, and Mr Roy Blight, Chief Executive Officer, Roxby Downs Council, where she undertook...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 May 2024Adelaide Benevolent Society Reception
It is a pleasure, as your Patron, to welcome you to Government House to mark the 175th anniversary of the Adelaide Benevolent Society. There is a long tradition of the Governor of South Australia lending his or her patronage to the Society, which I have been honoured to continue. Ever since the...
Published in: Speeches / 15 May 2024Roxby Downs Horticulture Project launch
I am very pleased to be here with you and to officially launch the Roxby Downs Horticulture Project. Vegetation is a vital element of the streetscape and character of our cities and towns. Throughout the Council areas I have visited in both city and country areas, I have experienced how urban...
Published in: Speeches / 14 May 2024Aspiring Australians Student Summit
I am delighted to be back at Christies Beach High School as Patron of the Australia Day Council South Australia to officially open the Aspiring Australians Student Summit. As Governor, it has been my privilege to meet and engage with many outstanding Australians, including those who have been...
Published in: Speeches / 15 May 2024Wednesday, 15 May 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Christies Beach High School, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Inspiring Australians First Student Summit, hosted by the Australia Day Council of South Australia, of which the Governor is Patron. In the afternoon, in Adelaide,...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 May 2024Thursday, 16 May 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor received Ms Kate Fielding, Chief Executive Officer, A New Approach. Later, at Henley Beach, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Henley...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 May 2024Friday, 17 May 2024
On Friday, at the Elder Conservatorium of Music, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Ms Louise Hand PSM, attended the Lunchtime Concert – Centennials, performed by the Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 May 2024Saturday, 18 May 2024
On Saturday morning, at Torrens Parade Ground, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Returned and Services League (RSL) of Australia SA/NT Branch, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering and presented the ANZAC of the Year Award at the 106th annual sub-branch conference.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 May 2024Sunday, 19 May 2024
On Sunday morning, at Glenthorne National Park, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) South Australia, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the new RSPCA Animal Care Campus. Afterwards, in Hahndorf, the Governor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 May 2024Reception to mark the 10th Anniversary of Impact 100 SA
It is Rod’s and my delight, to welcome you to the Government House to mark the 10th Anniversary of Impact 100 in South Australia. We are proud to do so not only in our official capacity, but also as very new fellow Members. Philanthropy remains a cornerstone of who we are as a community, helping...
Published in: Speeches / 16 May 2024Natural Hazards Research Forum Closing Address
I am delighted to address the closing session of the Natural Hazards Research Forum today. I trust you have had an insightful three days and met your aspiration for “big thinking, innovation and an eye to the future.” I commend Natural Hazards Research Australia on its commitment to unlocking the...
Published in: Speeches / 16 May 2024The Returned Services League SA/NT 106th Annual Sub Branch Conference
It is Rod’s and my pleasure, as Patron of the RSL in SA and NT, to be with you this morning to open the 106th Annual Sub-Branch conference. Let me begin by acknowledging the recent passing of Bill Hignett, the President of the Plympton Glenelg RSL Sub-Branch. Bill was the 2023 ANZAC of the Year,...
Published in: Speeches / 18 May 2024Opening of RSPCA SA new animal care campus
It’s my pleasure to join you today for the opening of the new RSPCA facilities here in O’Halloran Hill. It’s an honour to be patron of RSPCA South Australia, the state’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity, and to take part in this historic occasion. The name ‘RSPCA’ is synonymous in South...
Published in: Speeches / 19 May 2024Monday, 20 May 2024
On Monday morning, at Mitchell Park, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Hamilton Secondary School for a tour and conversation with the students. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Tim Agius, Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation....
Published in: Daily Program / 20 May 2024Reception for Safe Pets Safe Families
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House this evening to mark 10 years of Safe Pets Safe Families, the first charity of its kind in Australia. In recent weeks and months, violence against women has featured prominently in the media, and tragically for all the wrong reasons: nearly 30...
Published in: Speeches / 20 May 2024Tuesday, 21 May 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Jockey Club, and Mr Bunten, met with Ms Chantelle Jolly, Trainer, Richard Jolly Racing, where they were escorted on a tour of R & C Jolly Stables and were briefed on training...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 May 2024Wednesday, 22 May 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly. Afterwards, at Blakeview, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Blakes Crossing Christian College for a tour and conversation with the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 May 2024Friday, 24 May 2024
On Friday morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a breakfast for Mr Paul Simmons, Mayor, Coorong District Council, and Ms Wendy Bradshaw; Mrs Lynette Martin OAM, Mayor, City of Mount Gambier, and Mr Colin Martin; Mrs Linley Shine, Mayor, Port Augusta City Council; and Mr Leon Stephens, Mayor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 May 2024Thursday, 23 May 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Kensington, the Governor visited the Mary MacKillop Museum and viewed the Catholic Education Pathway building. Later, at Government House, the Governor, who is...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 May 2024Saturday, 25 May 2024
On Saturday afternoon, at Unley Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Sturt Football Club, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the President’s Lunch, followed by the match between Sturt and Kuwarna (Adelaide Football Club), held during SANFL’s First Nations Round.
Published in: Daily Program / 25 May 2024Sunday, 26 May 2024
On Sunday morning, at Strathalbyn Uniting Church, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 180th anniversary of the St Andrews Congregation. Afterwards, at Colebrook Reconciliation Park, Eden Hills, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering at 2024 Sorry Day event...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 May 2024Reception to thank volunteers and supporters of St Andrew’s Hospital Foundation
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House during National Volunteer Week. For almost 24 years the St Andrew’s Foundation has been working to support the hospital, not only in providing funding for state-of-the-art equipment, but also to enhance patient and family hospital...
Published in: Speeches / 23 May 2024Coober Pedy Together
Rod and I welcome you all to Government House and are pleased to have this opportunity to return the warm hospitality we received in Coober Pedy during our visit exactly a year ago. To members of the Coober Pedy community, we hope you have had a productive time in Adelaide. This evening we have...
Published in: Speeches / 22 May 2024Local Government Association Conference and Ordinary General Meeting
I am delighted to address the conference today as Patron of the Local Government Association, as you look towards 2050 and actively explore a vision for the future of Local Government. While it is a long-standing tradition for successive Governors to give patronage to the LGA, I am personally...
Published in: Speeches / 24 May 2024Monday, 27 May 2024
On Monday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 2024 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a dinner for The Honourable Marjorie Jackson-Nelson AC CVO MBE, 33rd...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 May 2024National Sorry Day gathering following the Blackwood Reconciliation Walk
Rod and I are honoured to join you today on National Sorry Day. I thank the Blackwood Reconciliation Group for hosting this event, as well as this morning’s Walk. As Governor, it is my privilege to walk with indigenous and non-indigenous South Australians. It is a privilege but against the...
Published in: Speeches / 26 May 2024Tuesday, 28 May 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Pembroke School, and later Marryatville High School, for a tour and conversation with the students. In the afternoon, at ASC North Wharf, Osborne, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests and...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 May 2024Wednesday, 29 May 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Belair, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the students at the St John’s Grammar School Reconciliation Assembly. In the afternoon, at North Adelaide, the Governor, who is patron of Recitals Australia, and Mr Bunten, attended Recitals...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 May 2024Thursday, 30 May 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor received a delegation of senior US Congressional staff. Later, the Governor, who is patron of the General Sir John Monash Foundation, hosted a morning...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 May 2024Friday, 31 May 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Angela Macdonald PSM, Australian Ambassador to Thailand. Afterwards, at the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander War Memorial, the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the annual Aboriginal Veterans’...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 May 2024Morning tea to celebrate General Sir John Monash Foundation’s 20th anniversary
Welcome to Government House to celebrate 20 years of the General Sir John Monash Foundation selecting John Monash scholars. It is my pleasure to be patron of the foundation and to support its work nurturing the talent of the next generation of South Australian leaders, as my predecessors have...
Published in: Speeches / 30 May 2024Presentation of the Duke of Gloucester Cup
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to be with you today. It is a day of celebration that is much deserved. I am delighted to present the Duke of Gloucester Cup to HMAS Rankin, the fourth occasion that Rankin has been awarded this prestigious Cup. As you know, the award was created by a former...
Published in: Speeches / 28 May 2024SA Health Aboriginal Health Scholarship Program Reception
It is Rod’s and my pleasure, to welcome you to Government House. We do so not only to congratulate the new SA Health Scholarship awardees and graduates, but also to mark the 25th anniversary of the partnership between SA Health and Rotary in this, National Reconciliation Week. The theme of this...
Published in: Speeches / 29 May 2024St John’s Grammar School R-12 Reconciliation Assembly
Rod and I are pleased to join you for this whole school, cross campus assembly. I thank Cliffy for conducting a cleansing ceremony for us all today. As Governor, it is my privilege to walk a path of reconciliation with indigenous and non-indigenous South Australians. It is a privilege but against...
Published in: Speeches / 29 May 2024Royal Geographical Society of SA 2024 Awards
Rod and I are pleased to be with you this evening for the presentation of the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia awards for 2024. As joint patrons, it is our pleasure to have presented awards for several years now. During this time we’ve had the opportunity to develop a strong...
Published in: Speeches / 30 May 2024Saturday, 1 June 2024
On Saturday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground Air Force Memorial, taking part in the Bomber Command Commemorative Service held by the Royal Australian Air Force Edinburgh, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath, and Mr Bunten read The Airman’s Prayer. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jun 2024Sunday, 2 June 2024
On Sunday morning, at Modbury, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at Lighthouse Disability’s 35th Anniversary Morning Tea. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of Lighthouse Disability. Afterwards, at Prospect Oval, the Governor, who is patron of...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jun 2024The Luke Jones Toy Exhibition the David Roche Foundation
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to join you for the official opening of the Australian Toys 1880-1965 :The Luke Jones Collection exhibition. It is always a delight to visit the David Roche Foundation House museum. Rod and I were particularly captivated by the bold tapestries of last year’s Arthur...
Published in: Speeches / 31 May 2024Launch of Victor Harbor Stables Complex
Rod, Sophie and I are pleased to join you for the launch of the new Victor Harbor Horse Tram Authority Stables and Visitor Complex. I am pleased to see such a great group of people here today, indicative of the strong contribution the Horse Tram Authority makes to the local community, as well as...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Jun 2024Lighthouse Disability 35th Birthday Morning Tea
Rod and I are pleased to join you here today. Happy birthday to Lighthouse Disability and congratulations on reaching 35 years. As joint patrons, Rod and I are very proud of your work and of how far the organisation has come, since its founding by a group of dedicated parents who had a vision for...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jun 2024Monday, 3 June 2024
During the day, students from East Adelaide School toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jun 2024Tuesday, 4 June 2024
On Tuesday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Se Chul Oh, President and Chief Executive Officer, Samsung C&T Engineering and Construction Group; Mr Andrew Ahn, Vice President and Head of Energy Solution Division, Samsung C&T Corporation, Engineering and...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jun 2024Wednesday, 5 June 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Susan Marsden AM and Mr Mitch Thomson. Afterwards, the Governor received The Honourable Stephen Mullighan MP, Treasurer. In the evening, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Mr Anthony Kittel, Chief Executive...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jun 2024Thursday, 6 June 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, the Governor received Ms Elizabeth Ho OAM, Chair, and Mr Greg Mackie OAM, Chief Executive, History Trust of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Jun 2024Friday, 7 June 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Anne Burgess AM, Chair of the Aged Care Council of the Elders, and, together with the Honourable Dr Kay Patterson AO, conducted the first session of the Government House Winter Conversation Series, titled ‘Ageing...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Jun 2024Sunday, 9 June 2024
On Sunday morning at Christ Church North Adelaide, Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Lieutenant Governor, accompanied by Mrs Fiona Harris, read the Epistle at the Annual Choral Eucharist to celebrate the official birthday of His Majesty The King.
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jun 2024Prince of Wales Awards Reception
It is Rod’s and my pleasure to welcome you to Government House to present the 2023 Prince of Wales Award to the South Australian recipient, Wing Commander Daniel Martin and (separately) to his employer Mr Rod Elliot from the SA Ambulance Service. We do so in a spirit of admiration for those who...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Jun 2024Tuesday, 10 June 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening, at Government House, Mr Bunten hosted a reception to thank volunteers and supporters of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, of which the Governor is patron. During the...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jun 2024Reception to thank volunteers and supporters of Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
On behalf of the Governor*, I warmly welcome you to Government House to thank the community volunteers and supporters of the Prostate Cancer Foundation in South Australia. Her Excellency, who is a Patron of the Prostate Cancer Foundation, extends her best wishes to you all this evening. We come...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Jun 2024Thursday, 13 June 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, His Excellency The Honourable Justice Mark Livesey, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a State Dinner in honour of the City of Whyalla.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jun 2024Friday, 14 June 2024
On Friday morning, Playford College Legal Studies students toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jun 2024Sir Eric Neal’s 100th birthday
Welcome all to Government House this evening. Congratulations, Sir Eric, on becoming a centenarian. Rod and I wish you many happy returns for your birthday this past Monday, 3rd of June. Reaching 100 years of age is an achievement that few attain. For you, Sir Eric, a man of many achievements,...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Jun 2024State Dinner for Whyalla
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. We thank the many guests who have travelled from Whyalla to be here. It is our pleasure to honour you, and your city, this evening. We also thank local guests - the people who matter the most to Whyalla - for your interest in engaging with its...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Jun 2024Tuesday, 18 June 2024
On Tuesday afternoon, at St Oswald’s Anglican Church, Parkside, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Rod Bunten, Mr Matthew Bunten, Ms Katherine Bunten, Ms Sophie Bunten, The Honourable Justice Christine Adamson, the Reverend Stuart Adamson, and other family members, attended the funeral of the late...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jun 2024Wednesday, 19 June 2024
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, His Excellency The Honourable Justice Mark Livesey, as Governor’s Deputy, hosted a reception to thank volunteers of the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron. Her Excellency the Governor is patron of the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron. Also in...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jun 2024Thursday, 20 June 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, His Excellency The Honourable Justice Mark Livesey, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jun 2024Friday, 21 June 2024
On Friday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to Renmark, where at the Renmark Rowing Club, she attended a briefing ahead of participating in the club’s Wharf to Woolshed Long Row. Afterwards, at Renmark Hotel, the Governor hosted a dinner for Mr Tony...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jun 2024Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron Volunteers Reception
On behalf of Her Excellency the Governor*, patron of the the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, I warmly welcome you all to Government House. Since 1869, the squadron has had a rich history of contributing to the sailing and maritime tradition of South Australia. You have come a long way...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Jun 2024Saturday, 22 June 2024
On Saturday morning, in Renmark, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the final 10km leg of the Renmark Rowing Club’s 2024 Wharf to Woolshed Long Row. In the afternoon, the Governor returned to Adelaide.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jun 2024Sunday, 23 June 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at Westley Uniting Church, Kent Town, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of Mozart’s Requiem in D Minor by the Adelaide Harmony Choir, of which Mr Bunten is patron.
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jun 2024Monday, 24 June 2024
On Monday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor delivered the opening address at the 2024 World Potato Congress. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Professor Anna Goldsworthy, Director, Elder Conservatorium of Music. Afterwards, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jun 2024Tuesday, 25 June 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Later, at Government House, Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea to acknowledge South Australian Museum staff who contributed to the Government House Fossil...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jun 2024Wednesday, 26 June 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly, and, afterwards, The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten, received Ms Helen...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jun 2024Reception for Adelaide Fringe Donors
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. This evening we gather to celebrate Adelaide Fringe and, especially, to thank its supporters. The success of Adelaide Fringe, and our festival season, rests heavily on the commitment and involvement of our state community. This includes our...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Jun 2024Lunch with Chinese Premier and delegation
我谨代表 南澳大利亚州，热烈欢迎李强总理及中国代表团莅临 澳大利亚访问。 I am pleased to welcome you, Your Excellency, and your delegation to Australia, and especially to South Australia. 我们高度重视 此次中澳双方 深度交流的机会，以进一步 加深 双边联系与合作。 Our state values this important opportunity to deepen links between us. It is a welcome step as Australia...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Jun 2024World Potato Congress
I am pleased to join you for the opening of the 12th World Potato Congress, especially as this is the first time this event has been held in Australia. I warmly welcome you to Adelaide, particularly those who have travelled long distances to be here. I thank our friends who have ventured from...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Jun 2024Thursday, 27 June 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, in Salisbury, the Governor and Mr Bunten toured the R.M. Williams Factory, part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses. In the afternoon, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jun 2024Friday, 28 June 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Head of Mission designate, Australian Embassy in Morocco. Afterwards, at Glenelg, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Gillam Building at St Peter’s Woodlands Grammar School. During the...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jun 2024Saturday, 29 June 2024
On Saturday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for a visit to Port Lincoln, where she was met by Mr Anthony Peluso, Chief Executive and Executive Director, and Ms Kath Mainland CBE, Chair, Country Arts SA, before departing for Community House Port Lincoln, where she met Ms Linda...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jun 2024Monday, 1 July 2024
On Monday afternoon, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the State Memorial Service to celebrate the life of former Premier of South Australia, Mr Steele Hall. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Professor Jessica Gallagher,...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Jul 2024Tuesday, 2 July 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Adam Reid, Chief Executive, Department of State Development; Mr Matt Opie, Chief Executive, Defence SA; and Mr Dylan Jones, Director, Office for AUKUS, Department of the Premier and Cabinet. Also in the morning, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jul 2024Reception to celebrate 100 years of International Inner Wheel and to thank members of the South Australian Districts
As patron of Inner Wheel District A70, I warmly welcome you all to Government House. I thank District Chair Cathie Rumbelow for writing so generously about this reception in the January edition of the Compass Rose. I too am delighted to mark the significance of Inner Wheel’s centenary with you...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jul 2024Opening of Saltbush Country exhibition
I am pleased to be back in Port Lincoln and to launch the Saltbush Country exhibition, the first leg of a regional tour that will take in seven regional galleries over the next two years. As Governor I have the privilege of travelling our regions and remote areas and learning about their...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Jun 2024Dinner for Rhana Devenport
I am pleased to welcome you to Government House this evening to celebrate Rhana’s leadership of the Art Gallery of South Australia, and to wish her well for the future. Rhana, you came to Adelaide having worked at the distinguished Queensland Art Gallery, and with extensive leadership experience...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Jul 2024Morning Tea for Illuminate Adelaide artists
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. This morning we gather to celebrate the local, national and international artists whose work is part of Illuminate Adelaide. I thank those of you who travelled long distances to be here today. Illuminate Adelaide is a South Australian success story:...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Jul 2024Wednesday, 3 July 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr Filip Roca, Digital Media Artist; Ms Rachael Azzopardi, Co-Founder and Creative Director; and Ms Harriet...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Jul 2024Thursday, 4 July 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor received Ms Becc Bates PSM, Director Creative Industries, Arts South Australia, and Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive and Artistic Director,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Jul 2024Friday, 5 July 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Justin Hayhurst, Australia’s Ambassador to Japan. Afterwards, at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), the Governor attended the launch of the Medical Journal of Australia’s 2024...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jul 2024Monday, 8 July 2024
On Monday morning, Her Excellency departed Adelaide for an official visit to the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Kingdom. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr Richard Harris SC OAM to be Governor’s Deputy from 9:00am on Monday, 8 July 2024 until 6:45pm on Thursday, 18 July 2024. In...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Jul 2024The Festival of Quilts Awards
As your patron, it is my pleasure to be with you for the presentation of the 2024 Festival of Quilts winners. It is all the more special to be doing so in your 40th year as a organisation: four decades of creativity, camaraderie, and collaboration. Quilting of course dates back many centuries,...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Jul 2024Dinner to acknowledge Dr James Muecke
It’s my pleasure to host this dinner in honour of Dr James Muecke, to celebrate his contribution to Government House and to our state as Lieutenant Governor from January 2022 to February 2024. Dr Muecke came to the role as a distinguished South Australian. An accomplished eye specialist and...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Jul 2024Tuesday, 9 July 2024
On Tuesday morning, in Bangkok, Her Excellency the Governor met with Ambassador Busaya Mathelin, former Permanent Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand. Afterwards, at the Australian Embassy, the Governor participated in a grains sector roundtable with representatives of...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Jul 2024Wednesday, 10 July 2024
On Wednesday morning, in Bangkok, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Kanokwan Kerdplanant, Chief Correspondent, Krungthep Turakij (Bangkok BizNews); Mr Poramet Tangsathaporn, News Reporter, Bangkok Post; and Ms Nattanicha Phuklai, Reporter, The Nation. Afterwards, at the Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Jul 2024Thursday, 11 July 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Bangkok for the United Kingdom. Also in the morning, at Government House, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the evening, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jul 2024Friday, 12 July 2024
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Manchester for Barrow-in-Furness, where she toured the BAE Systems Submarine Site and was briefed on operations, including the Submarine Academy for Skills and Knowledge and Portland Walk, before returning to Manchester.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jul 2024Service for interment of Matthew Flinders remains
It is my pleasure to join you today in Donington along with many fellow Australians, including the mayor of Port Lincoln on this extraordinary day. As commander of the Investigator, Matthew Flinders circumnavigated the Australian mainland and created the first complete map of the continent on his...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Jul 2024Saturday, 13 July 2024
On Saturday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Manchester for Donington, where, at the St Mary and Holy Rood Church, she represented South Australia at a Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication for the Reinterment of the mortal remains of Captain Matthew Flinders, delivering a reading...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Jul 2024Monday, 15 July 2024
On Monday morning, in Stevenage, Her Excellency the Governor visited MBDA, where she was briefed by Mr James Allibone, Group Business Development Director. Afterwards, in London, the Governor met with Mr Richard Hamer, HR Director, Education and Skills, BAE Systems, and Mr Adam Forgiel-Jenkins,...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jul 2024Tuesday, 16 July 2024
On Tuesday morning in London, Her Excellency the Governor met with The Rt Hon Maria Eagle MP, UK Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry. Afterwards, the Governor addressed delegates and took part in roundtable discussion at the Australia British Defence Catalyst 2024, hosted by the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jul 2024Wednesday, 17 July 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed London on the conclusion of her official visit to the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Kingdom. During the day, residents of Riverpoint Retirement Estate, Southern Cross Care, toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jul 2024Thursday, 18 July 2024
On Thursday evening, Her Excellency the Governor returned to Adelaide on the conclusion of her official visit to the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Kingdom.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Jul 2024Friday, 19 July 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea with students and directors for Jissen Joshi Gakuen School, Tokyo, Japan. In the afternoon, at The Naval, Military and Air Force Club of South Australia, Mr Bunten addressed the guests at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Jul 2024Saturday, 20 July 2024
On Saturday morning, at the Greek Orthodox Parish of the Prophet Elias Norwood and Eastern Suburbs, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the church service for the 100 years celebration of the Holy Archdiocese of Australia and 65 years celebration of the Prophet Elias Church.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jul 2024Sunday, 21 July 2024
On Sunday morning, at the Glenelg Golf Club, the Governor, as patron of Rostrum SA/NT, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Rostrum SA/NT 101st Anniversary Luncheon.
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jul 2024Monday, 22 July 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a morning tea to welcome participants from Taiwan and Japan in the English as a Medium of Instruction Program at the University of Adelaide’s English Language Centre. In the afternoon, the Governor received Mr Tim...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jul 2024Rostrum 101st Anniversary Luncheon
Rod, and I as Patron, are delighted to be with you at this luncheon to celebrate Rostrum International’s 101st Centenary, on the exact day it was founded in Manchester. Rostrum prides itself on providing a friendly environment for its members to practise public speaking. And already I can sense I...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Jul 2024Morning Tea for University Lecturers from Taiwan and Japan
Staff and students – albeit special students, many of you professors - of the University of Adelaide’s English Language Centre. I warmly welcome you all to Government House. I hope the Adelaide winter weather is not too chilly for you! In the early 2000s I lived in Taipei, serving as Australia’s...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jul 2024Morning tea with Jissen Joshi Gakuen students
I am very pleased to welcome you to Government House and to South Australia. I hope you are enjoying your time in Adelaide so far. It was my pleasure to visit Jissen Joshi Gakuen School in 2022 during a visit to Tokyo, where I learned about your school’s history and spoke with students. I was...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Jul 2024Tuesday, 23 July 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Beresford House, McLaren Flat, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the celebration of the life of Mrs Mary Kotses. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Matt Opie, Chief Executive, Defence SA and Dr Catherine Grace, Director Space,...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jul 2024South Australia Club London
I am pleased to be in the UK and to have the privilege of joining you for this reception in honour of the London Chapter of the South Australia Club. Since we last met at the House of Lords for your Christmas event in 2022, there has been a high tempo – possibly the highest I can recall – of...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Jul 2024National Apprentice Employment Network Conference
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House, and in particular our guests from interstate. As Governor I am always pleased to be able to lend my support to the apprentice training and employment sector and do so today in my role as patron of the Apprentice Employment Network in...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Jul 2024Wednesday, 24 July 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, who is patron of the General Sir John Monash Foundation, spoke by telephone to Mr Paul Ramadge, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation. Later, the Governor received Mrs Ivanka Jovanovich. Afterwards, the Governor received...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jul 2024Thursday, 25 July 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to Point Pearce where she met with Mr Eddie Newchurch, Chairperson, and Mr Paul Rusk, General Manager, Point Pearce Aboriginal Corporation. Afterwards the Governor met with staff and students of Point Pearce...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jul 2024Friday, 26 July 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Derek Yip, Australian Ambassador-Designate to the Kingdom of Cambodia. Later at the Sir Samuel Way Building, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a luncheon with members of the District Court Judiciary. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jul 2024Andy Thomas Space Foundation Networking Dinner
I am pleased to join you this evening for the Andy Thomas Foundation Networking Dinner, as part of the 17th Australian Space Forum. I especially welcome our international guests who have travelled from around the world for this conference. Whichever way we look at it, space is quintessentially...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Jul 2024Australian British Defence Catalyst 2024: The Strategic Context
I am pleased to be here today as part of South Australia’s ongoing engagement with the United Kingdom, particularly in the context of the AUKUS partnership between our two nations and the United States. AUKUS requires of us an unprecedented level of cooperation and partnership. For Australia,...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Jul 2024Reception for the Helpmann Academy
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate the Helpmann Academy and to thank its community of generous supporters. As patron, it is my great pleasure this evening to mark 30 years of the Academy and to commend the contribution of this institution to South Australia’s artistic...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Jul 2024Australian Elder Abuse Conference
As patrons of the Aged Rights Advocacy Service, my husband Rod and I are pleased to join you at this reception to welcome delegates attending the Australian Elder Abuse Conference to Adelaide. We especially welcome those of you who have travelled from interstate. I trust you have enjoyed the...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jul 2024Saturday, 27 July 2024
On Saturday morning, in Quorn, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the guests and cut the ribbon for the Carriage 470 relaunch at the Railfest 2024 50th Anniversary of the Pichi Richi Railway. Afterwards, the Governor boarded the Pichi Richi Explorer for Woolshed Flat, where she attended a...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Jul 2024Sunday, 28 July 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at the Kooyonga Golf Club, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at The Friends of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra’s Annual Serenade Luncheon. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of The Friends of the Adelaide Symphony.
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jul 2024Monday, 29 July 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, who is Deputy Prior of St John Ambulance South Australia, and Mr Bunten, undertook the St John Ambulance First Aid Course. In the afternoon, the Governor received Ms Cressida O’Hanlon MP, Member for Dunstan.
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jul 2024Pichi Richi Railway 50th Anniversary
I am pleased to join you for Rail Fest, celebrating 50 years of the Pichi Richi Railway Preservation Society and marking the restoration of Car 470, which I look forward to riding in shortly. Rod, who sends his apologies, and I embrace the romance of rail, and we have done our fair share of...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Jul 2024Friends of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra Luncheon
I am pleased to join you for today’s Serenade Luncheon, to thank the Friends of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra for your loyal support during the year. As patrons of the Friends, it is a pleasure for Rod and me to support your organisation’s activities and goals. Music, and in particular...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Jul 2024Tuesday, 30 July 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Marryatville, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the assembly at Loreto College and presented College Bravery Awards to students Scarlett and Rose Faye. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Kathleen Lively, Consul-General of the United States of...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jul 2024Wednesday, 31 July 2024
On Wednesday morning, in Murray Bridge, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Unity College Murraylands, where they took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Pallamana, the Governor and Mr Bunten toured Thomas Foods International, part of a series of visits to iconic South...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Jul 2024Reception for Treasure Boxes
Rod and I are delighted to welcome the Treasure Boxes community to Government House to thank you for your contributions in enabling the organisation’s vital work. For nine years Treasure Boxes has been alleviating hardship for children and their families who are facing tough times as a result of...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Jul 2024Thursday, 1 August 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at the SkyCity Ballroom, the Governor addressed the guests at the Women in Mental Health High Tea hosted by the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation, of which the Governor and...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Aug 2024Friday, 2 August 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Christine McLoughlin AM, Chairman and Co-Founder, Minerva Network. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr Tim Jarvis AM, 2024 SA Australian of the Year and Ms Tiahni Adamson, 2024 SA Young Australian of the Year, and,...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Aug 2024Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation High Tea
It is my pleasure to join you for this High Tea in support of women’s mental health and the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation. Promoting strong mental health for all South Australians is one of Rod’s and my shared priorities during my term as Governor. We are pleased to be joint...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Aug 2024Meals on Wheels 70th Anniversary reception
Rod and I as patron are delighted to welcome you to Government House, to mark the 70th anniversary of Meals on Wheels South Australia. I know many of you have travelled long distances to be here, including from as far away as Mount Gambier, Mannum, Mount Barker, Peterborough, Jamestown,...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Aug 2024Saturday, 3 August 2024
On Saturday morning, in Collinswood, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Adelaide. In the evening, at the Governor Hindmarsh Hotel, the Governor, accompanied by The Honourable Justice Christine Adamson, attended a performance by John Schumann and the Vagabond Crew.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Aug 20242024 Australian Institute of Building Awards SA Chapter
As patron of the Australian Institute of Building SA Chapter, I’m pleased to join you for the presentation of the 2024 awards. I congratulate all award nominees here this evening. Your nominations are well deserved, reflecting personal excellence as well as the talent we enjoy in the South...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Aug 2024Monday, 5 August 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by David Penberthy and Will Goodings, FIVEaa, and officially launched the ‘Undie Drive 2024’. Afterwards, at Dry Creek, the Governor visited Galipo Foods, where she toured the facility and was briefed on...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Aug 2024Tuesday, 6 August 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Ms Susan Lloyd Hurwitz, Chair, Chief Executive Women. Also in the morning, at the State Library of South Australia, Mr Bunten addressed the guests at the Friends of the State Library’s ‘Tuesday Talks –...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Aug 2024Reception for Philanthropy Australia 2024 National Conference
Rod and I warmly welcome delegates to the 2024 Philanthropy Australia National Conference to Government House Adelaide, the oldest Government House in Australia. I extend an especially warm welcome to guests who have travelled from interstate and overseas. I’m very pleased the Philanthropy...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Aug 2024Reception for Sunrise Cambodia
I warmly welcome you all to Government House, in support of the work of Geraldine Cox and Sunrise Cambodia. Raising children, either directly as a parent or indirectly as a relative or friend, is one of life’s most rewarding endeavours – and challenging ones. We’ve all witnessed the profound...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Aug 2024Festival Tower Official Opening
Thank you Jack for your welcome to country. I am pleased to join everyone for the official opening of Festival Tower. This evening marks an important opportunity for project partners, tenants and industry friends to recognise the hard work undertaken by multiple parties, to celebrate the...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Aug 2024Coopers Brewery Visitor Centre Opening
Rod and I are delighted to be here today for the official opening of the new Coopers Brewery Visitor Centre. I am sure I speak for South Australians when I say Coopers is in the top rank of our State’s iconic companies. Indeed, it is probably no exaggeration to say that many loyal South...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Aug 2024Ice Factor Foundation Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you all to Government House. We have been visiting schools to meet students and I know some of you have been there when we’ve visited “your place”. Now it’s great to see you at “our place”, either again or for the first time. As Patron of Ice Factor, I am...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Aug 2024Wednesday, 7 August 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Ice Factor Foundation, hosted...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Aug 2024Reception for United Nations Association of Australia SA Chapter
I warmly welcome you to Government House this evening, to celebrate the United Nations Association of Australia’s SA Chapter. As Governor, supporting South Australia’s international engagement is one of my key priorities. The UN is a symbol of global unity - there is no other global organisation...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Aug 2024Thursday, 8 August 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the City of Charles Sturt, where they met with Ms Angela Evans, Mayor, and Mr Paul Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, who accompanied the...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Aug 2024Friday, 9 August 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Sarah Alpers. In the evening, at the South Australian Museum, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially launched National Science Week in South Australia, and presented awards to the Unsung Hero of Science...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Aug 2024Saturday, 10 August 2024
On Saturday morning, at the Murray Bridge Performing Arts Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the South Australian Country Choral Association’s 60th Anniversary Concert. In the evening, at Morphettville Racecourse, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Aug 2024Monday, 12 August 2024
On Monday morning, at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre, Hahndorf, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the 2024 Thriving Women Conference, hosted by Women Together Learning. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor hosted a luncheon for members of the 2024 Governor’s...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Aug 2024Sporting Car Club of South Australia 90th Anniversary Dinner
Rod and I are delighted, as joint Patrons, to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Sporting Car Club of South Australia. It’s particularly gratifying to have an association with the Club in a state with such deep historical connections with the car industry. Tonight, we are marking 90 years of...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Aug 2024Opening of Organic Visions exhibition
I am pleased to join you this evening to launch the Organic Visions exhibition, here at the Bearded Dragon Gallery. South Australia enjoys an international reputation for our arts programs and festivals. The extraordinary creativity we have in our city and state has made us a leading light in the...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Aug 2024Presentation of awards during National Science Week
I am very pleased to be here this evening to launch National Science Week in South Australia and to present awards. And I am pleased that Rod, a physicist and mathematician, has also joined me to celebrate and to recognise your outstanding achievements. National Science Week presents an...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Aug 2024Thriving Women Conference
I am very pleased to join you for the Thriving Women Conference. This conference is an opportunity for you to network and connect, to celebrate your achievements, to gather knowledge which will help you on your career journeys and not reflect on what works well for you and what you might like to...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Aug 2024Tuesday, 13 August 2014
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed for an official visit to the Eyre Peninsula, where, at Ceduna Area School, they met with staff and students and took questions from members of the school’s Student Representative Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Aug 2024Wednesday, 14 August 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their visit to the Eyre Peninsula, where they visited Streaky Bay Area School, received an overview of the school, and met with staff and students. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten travelled to Cleve, where they met...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Aug 2024Thursday, 15 August 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency and Mr Bunten continued their visit to the Eyre Peninsula, where they undertook a tour of Elliston accompanied by Mr Andrew McLeod, Mayor, and Mrs Nikki Becker, Chief Executive Officer, District Council of Elliston. Afterwards, at Elliston, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Aug 2024Friday, 16 August 2024
On Friday morning, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 2024 Don’t Forget Me Cobber Luncheon, hosted by the Virtual War Memorial Australia. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor, as patron of Australian Red Cross – South Australia, and Mr Bunten,...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Aug 2024Saturday, 17 August 2024
On Saturday, at the Dunstan Playhouse, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the State Theatre Company of South Australia’s Opening Night of ‘Julia’.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Aug 2024Sunday, 18 August 2024
On Sunday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the Vietnam Veterans’ Commemorative Service organised by the Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), of which the Governor is patron.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Aug 2024Australian Red Cross 110th Anniversary
Rod and I as Patron, are delighted to welcome you all to Government House to mark the 110th anniversary of Australian Red Cross. 110 years is a significant milestone by any measure: 110 years of supporting people through crisis; 110 years of humanity; 110 years of being there when disaster...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Aug 2024Monday, 19 August 2024
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted an afternoon tea for members of the Renmark Long Row Juniors Women’s Crew. Afterwards, the Governor received Mrs Libby Ellis OAM, President, Royal Commonwealth Society – South Australian Branch, of which the Governor is...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Aug 2024Tuesday, 20 August 2024
On Tuesday morning at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for official guests of the investiture ceremony. Attendees were Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Lieutenant...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Aug 2024Celebration of Women's and Children's Hospital and presentation of 2024 Bloom Research Program Awards
As patron of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Foundation, I am pleased to join you to mark the foundation’s achievements over the past year. It’s also my pleasure to be here for the presentation of the 2024 Awards for the Bloom Research Program, now in its second year. The Women’s and...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Aug 2024Wednesday, 21 August 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor took part in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the Governor officially opened the 2024 Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Studies National Scientific Meeting. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Aug 2024AIMS National Scientific Meeting
I am delighted to be here officially to open the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists’ National Scientific Meeting. I particularly welcome those who have travelled from interstate. It is especially good to do so, as I understand that this is your first face-to-face meeting...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Aug 2024Thursday, 22 August 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted an investiture ceremony for Australian Honours. Later, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon for official guests of the investiture ceremony....
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Aug 2024Friday, 23 August 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Michelle Vass, followed by a breakfast. In the afternoon, at the Hilton Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten, who are joint patrons of Operation Flinders, attended the Operation Flinders Resilience Lunch, featuring...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Aug 2024Sunday, 25 August 2024
On Sunday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Adelaide for an official visit to Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands). Her Excellency the Governor has appointed The Honourable Chief Justice Christopher Kourakis to be Governor’s Deputy from 3:30pm on Sunday 25...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Aug 2024Monday, 26 August 2024
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands), where in the morning, they departed Alice Springs for Pipalyatjara via Yulara. In the afternoon, in Yulara, the Governor and Mr Bunten met with Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Aug 2024Advance Care Planning with Vulnerable Populations Report Launch Reception
Opening remarks by His Excellency The Hon Chief Justice, Chris Kourakis, Administrator of South Australia I acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we are gathering and pay my respects to the elders. I am delighted to welcome you to Government House for...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Aug 2024Tuesday, 27 August 2024
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands), where, in the morning, they visited Pipalyatjara Aṉangu School, met with staff and students, and...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Aug 2024Wednesday, 28 August 2024
On Wednesday, Her Excellency the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY Lands), where in the morning, they attended a community breakfast hosted by Murputja Aṉangu School, viewed a...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Aug 2024Thursday, 29 August 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Canberra, Her Excellency the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia presided over a meeting of the Federal Executive Council, before returning to Adelaide. Also in the morning, at Government House Adelaide, His Excellency the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Aug 2024Friday, 30 August 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia received Dr Steven Kennedy PSM, Secretary of the Treasury, followed by breakfast. Later, Her Excellency received Mr Douglas Gautier AM, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Aug 2024Saturday, 31 August 2024
On Saturday, at Alberton Oval, Her Excellency the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia, Mr Bunten, Ms Sophie Bunten, and Ms Sally Mansfield, attended the AFLW Round 1 Game Day Event – Adelaide Crows vs Port Adelaide Showdown.
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Aug 2024Monday, 2 September 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Ann Vanstone KC, Independent Commissioner Against Corruption of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor, as patron of The Returned and Services League (RSL) of Australia (SA/NT Branch), received Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Sep 2024Tuesday, 3 September 2024
On Tuesday at Wayville, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten, toured the 2024 Royal Adelaide Show, viewed the Horticulture Exhibition and Aggie’s Farm, helped judge the Croissant Competition and Scarecrow Competition, was interviewed by Matthew Pantelis on...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Sep 2024Reception for the Childhood Cancer Association during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. As patrons of the Childhood Cancer Association, we understand the transformative effect of the contributions you all make – through your donations, volunteering, fundraising and the support you give. During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Sep 2024Wednesday, 4 September 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the 2024 Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Later, the Governor spoke by telephone to Her Excellency the Honourable Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Sep 2024Thursday, 5 September 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr Richard Harris SC OAM to be Governor’s Deputy from 3:25pm on Thursday, 5 September 2024 to 5:00pm on Tuesday, 24 September 2024. In the afternoon, His...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Sep 2024Friday, 6 September 2024
In the afternoon, at the Adelaide Showground, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, and Mrs Fiona Harris, attended the Royal Adelaide Show Official Luncheon, hosted by the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of SA, of which the Governor is patron. During the day,...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Sep 2024Student Leader Reception
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House and we particularly welcome those who have travelled long distances. Congratulations on being chosen to attend this reception and being leaders in your school communities. We have had the pleasure of meeting some of you during our school...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Sep 2024Tuesday, 10 September 2024
During the day, students from the Thebarton Senior College New Arrivals Program toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Sep 2024Wednesday, 11 September 2024
During the day, members from the Christies Beach High School Student Voice group toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Sep 2024Thursday, 12 September 2024
On Thursday morning, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor’s Deputy and Mrs Fiona Harris hosted a reception for the graduation ceremony of the First Nations Foster and Kinship...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Sep 2024Friday, 13 September 2024
During the day, students from Thebarton Senior College, and afterwards, members of the City of Marion Seniors Group toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Sep 2024Saturday, 14 September 2024
On Saturday morning, at the Torrens Parade Ground, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, and Mrs Harris laid a wreath at the Royal Australian Air Force – Edinburgh’s Battle of Britain Commemorative Service. Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Sep 2024Sunday, 15 September 2024
On Sunday morning, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor’s Deputy and Mrs Harris attended the Welcome Home Reception to Celebrate the Achievements of the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Athletes.
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Sep 2024Tuesday, 17 September 2024
During the day, students from St John’s Grammar School toured Government House.
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Sep 2024Thursday, 19 September 2024
On Thursday morning, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, as Governor’s Deputy, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Sep 2024Wednesday, 25 September 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a meeting of the Australia-India Joint Ministerial Commission. The Australian delegation was led by Senator the Honourable Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Investment. The Indian delegation was led by The Honourable...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Sep 2024Thursday, 26 September 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, who is Chair of the South Australian Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee, spoke by telephone to Professor John Williams AM, Co-State Secretary,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Sep 2024Friday, 27 September 2024
On Friday morning, at the South Australia Police Academy, Taperoo, Her Excellency the Governor laid a wreath at the National Police Remembrance Day Memorial Service. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Town Hall, the Governor, who is patron of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – South...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Sep 2024Saturday, 28 September 2024
Her Excellency the Governor has appointed The Honourable Chief Justice Christopher Kourakis to be Governor’s Deputy from 12:35pm on Saturday, 28 September 2024 until 10:30am on Monday, 30 September 2024.
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Sep 2024RDNS Silverchain Group’s 130th anniversary
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 130th anniversary of RDNS Silverchain. In doing so we celebrate 130 years of care, 130 years of connection and 130 years of innovation. I know that in South Australia today, when a white car with RDNS Silverchain emblazoned on the...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Sep 2024Monday, 30 September 2024
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a reception for the presentation of the South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission (SAFECOM) 2024 South Australian Resilient Australia Awards.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Sep 2024Reception for Resilient Australia Awards
I warmly welcome you to Government House this evening. This is the second time we have hosted a reception for the Resilient Australia Awards, and I am sure the calibre of this year’s awardees will be as high as the last. There is no question that Australians are being called to show greater...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Sep 2024Duke of Edinburgh Gold Awards Presentation
I am pleased to join you for the presentation of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Awards. Since the awards were founded nearly 70 years ago, more than 775,000 young Australians have participated in the Duke of Edinburgh program. You are now part of a multi-generational community of Australians driven...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Sep 2024Playgroup SA 50 Years Anniversary Reception
It is my great pleasure, as joint patron, to welcome you to Government House, to mark the 50th anniversary of Playgroup SA. My husband Rod, also joint patron, is overseas and sends his apologies. He has asked me to convey his warmest congratulations on this significant milestone. As parents of...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Oct 2024Tuesday, 1 October 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor, who is Chair of the Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee for South Australia, hosted a luncheon for the 2025 Rhodes...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Oct 2024Wednesday, 2 October 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, as Chair of the South Australian Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee, convened the interviews for the selection of the 2025 Rhodes Scholar for South Australia...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Oct 2024Thursday, 3 October 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Her Excellency the Governor has appointed Dr Richard Harris SC OAM to be Governor’s Deputy from 1:10pm on Thursday, 3 October 2024 until 1:15pm on Monday, 7 October 2024. The grounds of Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Oct 2024Friday, 4 October 2024
On Friday afternoon, at the National Wine Centre of Australia, His Excellency Dr Richard Harris SC OAM addressed the guests and participated in the presentation of the 2024 StudyAdelaide International Student Awards. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of StudyAdelaide. During the day,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Oct 2024Tuesday, 8 October 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to The Honourable Debra Mortimer, Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr Greg Mackie OAM, Chief Executive Officer; Dr Adam Paterson, Manager Curatorial; and Ms...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Oct 2024Reception for Can:Do Group’s 150 Year Anniversary
I warmly welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Can:Do 4Kids, part of the Can:Do Group. That’s certainly a magnificent milestone, and one worth honouring. In doing so we celebrate the rich history of South Australia’s oldest children’s charity. It has been a...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Oct 2024Wednesday, 9 October 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Andrea Michaels MP, Minister for Arts accompanied by Ms Becc Bates PSM, Arts South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received Mrs Anne Martin, author of ‘Pioneer Lost! Was He Forgotten?’ and Mr Rob...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Oct 2024Reception for Solstice Media 40 Under 40 finalists
I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate the finalists of the 2024 Solstice Media 40 Under 40 initiative. Congratulations to you all on being selected as part of this high profile and influential group. It was my pleasure to attend the Gala dinner in June at Adelaide Oval and to...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Oct 2024Guide Dogs SA/NT Morning Tea for World Sight Day
Thank you, Cliffy Wilson, for that gracious welcome to country. Rod and I, as Patron of Guide Dogs SA/NT, are delighted to welcome you to Government House to mark World Sight Day and the upcoming White Cane Awareness Day. I am sure Alfie, our Cavoodle, is looking out of the upstairs window and...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Oct 2024Thursday, 10 October 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Tony Metcalf OAM, Chair, and Mr Noel Hender, Secretary, The Order of Australia Association – South Australian Branch, of which the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Oct 2024Friday, 11 October 2024
On Friday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, received Professor Craig Simmons, Chief Scientist for South Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Oct 2024Cystic Fibrosis Remembrance Ceremony
It is a privilege to join you this morning. Rod and I are honoured to be joint patrons of Cystic Fibrosis South Australia, and to host this remembrance ceremony each year. Whether you are attending this ceremony for the first time, or have attended several times before, I warmly welcome you to...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2024Catherine House Gala Dinner
Rod and I are pleased to join you this evening for the 2024 Gala Dinner. As patron, it is my great pleasure to celebrate Catherine House and the people who support its important work. For thirty six years, Catherine House has provided vulnerable women with hope, care and dignity in a safe...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2024Adelaide Sailing Club opening of 2024/25 season
I am pleased to be with you for the opening of the 2024-2025 season. It’s great to be back at Adelaide Sailing Club and I look forward to the sail past a little later. The 2023-2024 season has been a significant one for the history of your club, with not only local sailing but hosting major...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Oct 2024Reception for National Youth Science Forum Year 12 Program
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. We are big supporters of STEM in our household; Rod studied physics at Oxford and taught high school physics and maths. He loves STEM and likes nothing more than meeting people who love STEM too. To the students here today: congratulations! Being...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Oct 2024Saturday, 12 October 2024
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Cystic Fibrosis South Australia ‘Time of Remembrance’ Memorial Service. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of Cystic Fibrosis South Australia. Afterwards, at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Oct 2024Sunday, 13 October 2024
On Sunday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten opened Government House and grounds for an Open Day, held in conjunction with the 2024 South Australian Nature Festival.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Oct 2024Monday, 14 October 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for students participating in the 2025 National Youth Science Forum Year 12 Program. Afterwards, at the State Administration Centre, the Governor was the guest speaker for the ‘On the Couch’...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Oct 2024Mediterranean Garden Society – SA Branch Reception to welcome an international delegation of the Mediterranean Garden Society
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House, the oldest Government House in Australia. We extend a special welcome to those who have travelled from interstate and overseas to gather in Adelaide as members of the Mediterranean Garden Society. The grounds of Government House are an...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Oct 2024Tuesday, 15 October 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Walford Anglican School for Girls, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the school’s Heart of Walford development. In the evening, at Mount Lofty House Estate, the Governor delivered the keynote address at the National Judicial College of Australia Heads of...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Oct 2024Wednesday, 16 October 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor participated in the Corporate Cup. Afterwards, in Murray Bridge, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited St Joseph’s School Murray Bridge, where they were briefed on the school and engaged with students. Later at the Murray Bridge Local Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Oct 2024Thursday, 17 October 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards at Government House, the Governor hosted the 4th Australia – Vietnam Economic Partnership Meeting. The Australian delegation was led by Senator the Honourable Don Farrell, Minister for...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Oct 2024Heart of Walford Stages 2 and 3 Opening
I am pleased to join you this morning for the launch of the Heart of Walford Stage 2 and 3 redevelopment. Today marks the culmination of several years of work to realise this project. While as an old scholar I have fond memories of the Old Hall, there can be no doubt that the time was right for...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Oct 2024Reception to acknowledge supporters of Backpacks 4 SA Kids
It is with great pleasure that Rod and I welcome you to Government House today and wish Backpacks 4 SA Kids a happy 12th birthday on the 12th October! We are pleased to have the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable work of Backpacks 4 SA Kids, and the incredible community of...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Oct 2024Australia-Vietnam Policy Institute Inaugural Conference
It is my pleasure to join you today at the Australia Vietnam Policy Institute conference. I extend a special welcome to all those who have travelled to South Australia to attend this conference. It’s a testament to the depth of ties between South Australia and Vietnam that Adelaide was chosen as...
Published in: Speeches / 17 Oct 2024Friday, 18 October 2024
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by David Penberthy and Will Goodings, FIVEaa. Later, at Dernancourt Primary School, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of Children's Week Association of South Australia, addressed the guests at the official...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Oct 2024Saturday, 19 October 2024
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Mr Bunten, who is patron of the Orchid Club of South Australia, joined members of the Orchid Club in repotting the Government House orchid collection, followed by a morning tea. In the afternoon, in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Oct 2024Sunday, 20 October 2024
On Sunday morning, at West Beach, Her Excellency the Governor participated in and presented awards at the 2024 Bay to Birdwood. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of the Bay to Birdwood. Also on Sunday, at Long Gully, Belair National Park, Mr Bunten, who is patron of the Scientific...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Oct 2024Monday, 21 October 2024
On Monday, at Parliament House Canberra, Her Excellency the Governor, in company with the Governor‑General, the other State Governors and the Administrator of the Northern Territory, were received by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Afterwards, accompanied by Mr Bunten, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Oct 2024Flinders University 50 Years of Medicine Gala
Thank you Petiola and Michael for your welcome to country. It is a pleasure for Rod and me to join you for this gala dinner and to support the endeavours of Flinders University in our community. Lieutenant Governor Dr Harry Harris, a wonderful support to Government House in his role, is also an...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Oct 20242024 St John Ambulance SA Investiture and Awards Day
Thank you Uncle Mickey for your gracious welcome to country. Rod, and I as Deputy Prior and Dame of the Order of St John, are delighted to welcome you to the grounds of Government House, the oldest Government House in Australia. We were also pleased to do so in June for the Investiture...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Oct 2024Address the gathering at the official launch of Children’s Week 2024
Thank you Kaliyah for the touching acknowledgement of country song and Divya and Aiza for the lovely welcome. It is Rod’s and my pleasure, as joint patrons of the Children’s Week Association of South Australia, to be with you at Dernancourt Primary School this morning for the official launch of...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Oct 2024Bay to Birdwood Finish Festival
It is a great pleasure for me, as joint patron with my husband Rod, of the Bay to Birdwood, to be here at the National Motor Museum for the Finish Festival. I have enjoyed the atmosphere and community spirit of the festival for some years, but this year has been particularly special. I was lucky...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Oct 2024Tuesday, 22 October 2024
On Tuesday morning, in Athelstone, Her Excellency the Governor visited St Ignatius’ College for a tour of the school and conversation with students and staff. Also in the morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at Government House, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Oct 2024Wednesday, 23 October 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited University Senior College where they addressed staff and students, and took questions from Year...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Oct 2024See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind 140th anniversary event
Rod and I as Patron, welcome you to our backyard to mark the 140th Anniversary of See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind. Today marks a significant milestone; 140 years of steadfast commitment to supporting South Australians who are blind or living with low vision. We gather in...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Oct 2024Reception for Occupational Therapy Australia
I warmly welcome you all to Government House during National Occupational Therapy Week. As Governor, it is my great pleasure to support individuals and organisations who help South Australians to meet the challenges they face and to live fulfilling lives. From children with learning...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Oct 2024Friday, 25 October 2024
On Friday morning, at East Adelaide School, Mr Bunten addressed the guests at the Children’s Week Association of South Australia’s 2024 Minister for Education Awards. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of the Children’s Week Association of South Australia. Afterwards, in the grounds of...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Oct 2024Thursday, 24 October 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at the Wittunga Botanic Garden, Blackwood, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the Wittunga Bird Garden. In the afternoon, Mr Bunten received Ms Katherine Peach,...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Oct 2024Wittunga Botanic Gardens Bird Garden Inauguration
Rod and I are pleased to join you for the official opening of the new Wittunga Bird Garden. This is our first time at Wittunga, after official visits to Adelaide and Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens last year and regular return visits to Adelaide several times since, including for the wonderful Chihuly...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Oct 2024St Vincent de Paul Society Afternoon tea to mark 140th Anniversary
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House, to celebrate the 140th anniversary of St Vincent de Paul Society in South Australia. I particularly welcome those who have travelled a long way to be here, including from Whyalla, the Riverland, Port Augusta, Yorke Peninsula and the...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Oct 2024Saturday, 26 October 2024
On Saturday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to Kimba. In the afternoon, at Workshop26, Kimba, the Governor met with Mr Dean Johnson, Mayor; Ms Deb Larwood, Chief Executive Officer; and Miss Keely Westhoff, Senior Administration Officer, District...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Oct 2024Sunday, 27 October 2024
On Sunday morning the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation annual Big Bike Ride departed from the grounds of Government House. The Governor and Mr Bunten are patrons of the Foundation. On Sunday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor returned to Adelaide and, at the Ukaria Cultural...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Oct 2024Monday, 28 October 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Melinda Parent, Co-Vice President and Creative Director, and Dr Cassandra Zaina, Co-Vice President, Women in Innovation. Afterwards, at Seaton, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Seaton High School, where they met...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Oct 2024Augusta Zadow 2024 Awards Reception
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House for the 2024 Augusta Zadow awards, in National SafeWork Month. As Governor, I am constantly inspired by those in the community who recognise a need and are prepared to step up and work for change. It would be hard to find a person who more fits...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Oct 2024District Council of Kimba 100th anniversary
It is my great honour to join you this evening to celebrate a remarkable milestone – the centenary of the District Council of Kimba. We gather in the historic Kimba Hall – the first public building in your township – which opened its doors in 1919. This venue holds a special place in the heart...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Oct 2024The Youth Governor’s Leadership Foundation Graduation Ceremony
Rod and I are pleased to join you for this Youth Governor’s Leadership Foundation Graduation ceremony. Helping to grow leadership in South Australia is one of my six priorities for my term and it is great to see how this program is progressing. To the graduates: congratulations! Completing this...
Published in: Speeches / 24 Oct 2024Reception for Lions Children of Courage Awards
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. We especially welcome those who have travelled from regional areas. It is my great pleasure to be an honorary member of the City of Adelaide Lions Club, the oldest Lions Club in South Australia. During the past 34 years, hundreds of South...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Oct 2024Wednesday, 30 October 2024
In the morning, at Andrews Farm, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited St Columba College and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for the presentation of the Australian Sports Medal to South Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Oct 2024Tuesday, 29 October 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Bonython Hall, University of Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the annual Julia Gillard Public Lecture, followed by a morning tea. Afterwards, at Prospect, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, visited Blackfriars Priory School, toured the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Oct 2024Reception for the members of the World Wine Trade Group (WWTG)
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. You have come here from across the globe – united by your devotion to something that has brought people together for thousands of years. Wine is a big part of South Australia’s history. I am proud to be wearing this evening a brooch crafted...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Oct 2024Presentation of Australian Sports Medals
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. It’s my great pleasure to invest today six South Australians with the Australian Sports Medal, for your participation in the 2023 Virtus Games in Vichy, France. I congratulate the athletes present on their outstanding efforts at the Games. As members...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Oct 2024Thursday, 31 October 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, in North Adelaide, the Governor and Mr Bunten toured Ronald McDonald House, where they were briefed on operations and engaged with staff and volunteers. In the afternoon, at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Oct 2024Friday, 1 November 2024
On Friday morning, at The Events Centre, Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the Local Government Professionals Australia – SA’s 2024 Women’s Network Conference ‘The Power of Belonging’. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Lynette Wood,...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Nov 2024Saturday, 2 November 2024
On Saturday, at Outer Harbor, on board the STV One and All, accompanied by Mr Bunten and the Rev Stuart Adamson, the Governor presented awards and officially opened the 2024-25 season of the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron Inc. In the afternoon, at the Dunstan Playhouse, the Governor,...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Nov 2024Sunday, 3 November 2024
On Sunday evening in North Adelaide, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, attended the world premiere of the film Kangaroo Island at the Adelaide Film Festival Closing Gala Night.
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Nov 2024Reception for the Debating SA Awards presentation
I am delighted to host you for this presentation ceremony. It is a special honour for me to meet you all tonight as the Governor, and in my role as Patron of Debating SA. Congratulations to all the award winners, and runners up, on your successful 2024 season! Today, we celebrate not only the...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2024Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron opening of 2024/25 season
As patron of the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, I am pleased to be with you for the opening of the 2024-2025 season, remarkably, your 155th Opening Day. As you know more than most, weather conditions can vary and occasionally that can necessitate a change of plans. Rod, my brother Stuart...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Nov 2024Channel 7 Research Foundation of South Australia CRF Annual Research Grants and Awards
Rod and I are delighted, as joint patrons, to be with you for the fourth year of the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation awards and grants presentation. The importance of research cannot be overstated. While the results may be some years away, all breakthroughs have beginnings. Rod and I...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Oct 2024Monday, 4 November 2024
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten departed Adelaide for an official visit to the Clare Valley, where, at the Manoora Centenary Park, they met Mr Allan Aughey OAM, His Worship the Mayor of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, and Ms Lauren Philp, Secretary, Manoora...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Nov 2024Tuesday, 5 November 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to the Clare Valley, where, first at Clare High School and then at St Joseph’s School, they met students and staff. Later, at Sevenhill, the Governor and Mr Bunten met Mr Christian Fraser, General...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Nov 2024Wednesday, 6 November 2024
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten continued their official visit to the Clare Valley, where, at Riverton, they met Mr Greg McLeod, Committee President, Scholz Park Museum, and, accompanied by Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Mayor Allan Aughey OAM, toured the Scholz...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Nov 2024Thursday, 7 November 2024
On Thursday morning, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the 2024 Adelaide White Ribbon Breakfast. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Also in the morning, at the University of Adelaide, Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Nov 2024Friday, 8 November 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor hosted a reception for the presentation of medallions to fellows of The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust. In the afternoon, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Nov 2024Officially open the 2024 Adelaide White Ribbon Breakfast
Good morning and welcome to the annual Adelaide White Ribbon breakfast, now in its 16th year. Your presence signifies a commitment to stand united against domestic and family violence – a commitment that is vital for our community. Family and domestic violence is a scourge that has an impact on...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 2024Patronage Garden Party
Rod and I warmly welcome everyone, in whatever capacity you serve your organisations, to Government House gardens today to say thank you for your extraordinary contributions to South Australia. We particularly welcome those who are here as guests for the first time or have travelled great...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Nov 2024Opening of the inaugural Arts Leadership Symposium
I am pleased to be with you to open Day One of the Arts Leadership Symposium. I should like particularly to welcome those of you who have travelled from overseas to take part, and also acknowledge the wealth of international experience among the Australia‑based delegates. Let me start by...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 2024Australian Virtual War Museum Dr Janet Scarfe Book launch
I am delighted to be here at the Torrens Parade Ground Drill Hall in the lead up to Remembrance Day to launch Dr Janet Scarfe’s book, which tells the story of Dorothy “Puss” Campbell, World War 2 Army nursing sister. I am pleased to do so, as, so often, our history of war is told through the lens...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 2024Launch of Women’s and Children’s Health Network 2023 Research Impact Report
I am delighted to join you today to launch the Women’s and Children’s Health Network 2023 Research Impact Report. It is a special privilege to be part of an important event in your calendar – Research Week – a platform for fostering community engagement, showcasing research, and sharing...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 20242025 SA Australian of the Year Awards Presentation
Rod and I are delighted to join you this evening to celebrate the nominees for the Australian of the Year Awards. Their achievements are wide-ranging, but they all speak to the character of South Australians. They highlight our determination and willingness to step up … our care for others and a...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Nov 2024Saturday, 9 November 2024
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Jessica McCall, Presenter/Producer, BTS with Jess, Channel 44 Adelaide. Later, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended ‘The Political is Personal’ discussion, and afterwards, the ‘News By...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Nov 2024Sunday, 10 November 2024
On Sunday, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended the ‘Tokens: The Diversity Panel’ forum, part of the OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words. Afterwards, at the Ukaria Cultural Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Passionate Puccini – Lovers, Butterflies and...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Nov 2024SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards
I am very pleased to join you this evening for the presentation of the 2024 SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards and to celebrate the awards’ 20th anniversary. In South Australia, science is all around us. We are the Defence State, leading the building of surface ships, sustaining Collins...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2024Reception for the presentation of medallions to fellows of The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust
I am delighted to welcome you all and, in many cases, to welcome you back to Government House. This morning we close the circle: awarding medallions that recognise the completion of your Fellowships and the accomplishment of something very special. Churchill’s face adorns the medallion you will...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Nov 2024Officially launch the book 'Preaching for the Planet' by Rev'd Jenny Wilson
I am pleased to join you this evening with Rod for Evensong. It is also my pleasure to launch Reverend Canon Jenny Wilson’s new book, ‘Preaching for the Planet’. Some time ago I was given a copy of Jenny’s book ‘Keeping Watch for Kingfishers’, after meeting her here at St Peter’s Cathedral. A...
Published in: Speeches / 10 Nov 2024Workers Educational Association of South Australia
Rod and I as joint patrons welcome you to Government House to say thank you to all those who have been at the heart of the WEA. Last year, we were pleased to go to your place and join you at your milestone 110th anniversary Open Day. There, we were able to gain a deeper understanding of your...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Nov 2024AWC Warfighter of the Year Award
Rod and I are delighted to be here today for the inaugural presentation of the Air Warfare Centre Warfighter of the Year perpetual trophy. As we arrived, the Dambusters theme with its stirring march instantly evoked pride in our aviators. As an Australian, as a diplomat who has had the privilege...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Nov 2024Elder Conservatorium Circle Reception
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House in celebration of the newly established Elder Conservatorium Circle. We do so with the particular pleasure of recently having been invited – and enthusiastically agreed - to become joint patrons of the Circle. Through our attendance at concerts...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Nov 2024St Peters War Memorial Rededication
Rod and I are honoured to join you on this solemn day for the rededication of the St Peters Heroes Memorial. And in doing so, I am pleased to be able to continue the Vice-Regal association with this memorial. 102 years ago, then Governor Sir Archibald Weigall, unveiled this memorial in memory of...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Nov 2024Monday, 11 November 2024
On Monday morning at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, as joint patrons of the Military and Emergency Services Health Australia (MESHA), attended MESHA’s 17th annual Remembrance Day Breakfast. Later at the South Australian War Memorial, the Governor, as...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Nov 2024Tuesday, 12 November 2024
On Tuesday, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to RAAF Base Edinburgh hosted by Air Commodore Adrian Maso AM, Commander, Air Warfare Centre, and Wing Commander Craig Keene CSC, Commanding Officer No 24 (City of Adelaide) Squadron and Senior Australian Defence Force...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Nov 2024Telling the Whole Story Project Launch
I am honored to be here in the South East community to launch the Telling the Whole Story Project, after first hearing of it during my visit in February. It is heartening to now see it come to fruition in this prominent setting next to Maria Creek. History is told through many lenses. Lenses that...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Nov 2024Warriappendi School Closing Ceremony
Niinna Marni – hello how are you! It is wonderful for Rod and me to be back with you. Today we mark the closing of a chapter of the history of Warriappendi School here at Marleston and celebrate the opening of another with the soon-to-be move to the new site at Thebarton. While it is good to...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Nov 2024Wednesday 13 November 2024
On Wednesday afternoon at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Shannon Park, President, Watervale Community Association. In the evening the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception to members of the newly established Elder Conservatorium Circle, of which they...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Thursday 14 November 2024
On Friday morning at Murray Bridge, Her Excellency the Governor visited Tyndale Christian School, where she addressed staff and students, and took questions from the students Afterwards, at Maria Creek, Kingston SE, the Governor, as patron of the National Trust of South Australia, attended a...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Friday 15 November 2024
On Friday morning at Murray Bridge, Her Excellency the Governor visited Tyndale Christian School, where she addressed staff and students, and took questions from the students Afterwards, at Maria Creek, Kingston SE, the Governor, as patron of the National Trust of South Australia, attended a...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Saturday 16 November 2024
On Saturday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Jessica McCall, Presenter/Producer, BTS with Jess, Channel 44 Adelaide. Later, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended ‘The Political is Personal’ discussion, and afterwards, the ‘News By...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Sunday 17 November 2024
On Sunday, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor attended the ‘Tokens: The Diversity Panel’ forum, part of the OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words. Afterwards, at the Ukaria Cultural Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Passionate Puccini – Lovers, Butterflies and...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Monday, 18 November 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Catherine Hawkins, followed by a breakfast. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 15th Anniversary of the National Apology to Forgotten Australians and Former Child...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Nov 2024Reception for Arid Recovery
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. Thank you to members of the Arid Recovery and Roxby Downs community who have travelled from the Far North for this evening’s reception. As we are all aware, Australia faces a biodiversity crisis. A record number of birds, mammals, frogs and plants...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Nov 2024TUESDAY, 19 NOVEMBER 2024
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor undertook a visit to the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) at the Edinburgh Defence Precinct. During the visit, the Governor addressed the guests and presented awards at the 2024 DSTG Achievement Awards. In the evening, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Nov 2024Breakthrough Mental Health Foundation Reception
Rod and I as joint Patrons warmly welcome the Breakthrough community to Government House today. Promoting strong mental health for all South Australians is one of our shared priorities. We know the impact mental health issues can have within families and within our community. In our own family,...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Nov 2024WEDNESDAY, 20 NOVEMBER 2024
On Wednesday morning, at the Mercure Grosvenor Hotel, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Sonya and Jules, ABC Radio Adelaide. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly, and, after that, The Honourable Terry...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Nov 2024THURSDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Dr Alexandra Theodoropoulou, Consul-General of Greece in Adelaide, and Mrs Christina Patoura. In the afternoon, the Governor hosted a reception...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Nov 2024Reception for National Council of Women Australia
I warmly welcome members of the National Council of Women Australia to Government House. I especially thank those of you who have travelled from interstate to attend this conference and trust you are enjoying your time in Adelaide and our very warm Spring weather! As patron of the Council’s South...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Nov 2024Apprentice Employment Network SA Annual Gala Dinner
It is a pleasure for Rod, and me as Patron of the Apprentice Employment Network in South Australia, to be with you for your gala dinner. I trust you have had a productive and enjoyable annual conference and am confident that the networking across the apprenticeship and training sector will be...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Nov 2024Friday, 22 November 2024
On Friday morning, at the South Australian Museum, Mr Bunten, attended a morning tea with representatives attending the National Conference of Royal Society of South Australia, of which the Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons. In the afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Nov 2024Monday, 25 November 2024
On Monday morning, at West Croydon, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited the Australian Islamic College, where they met with staff and student leaders, and took questions from the students. Later, at Government House, the Governor hosted a reception to welcome the participants...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Nov 2024Reception for 14th Australia-China Youth Dialogue
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House, particularly those who have travelled from overseas and interstate, on the occasion of the 14th Australia-China Youth Dialogue. I trust the three and a half days you have spent together have been productive. One-on-one discussions such as these...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Nov 2024Reception for Order of Australia Association SA Student Citizenship Awards
Rod and I are very pleased to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate the ‘top 10’ recipients of the Order of Australia Association – South Australia Branch’s 2024 Student Citizenship Awards. Congratulations! Your achievements serve to remind everyone of the contributions that young...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Nov 2024Tuesday, 26 November 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, received Ms Annette Holden, Awareness Facilitator and Educator, Ms Barbie Robinson, author, and Mr Richard Scherer, Manager, Living Arts Canberra. Later, at Woodville Town Hall, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Nov 2024Reception to recognise volunteers of the Polish Women's Association in Adelaide
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. This afternoon we gather to celebrate 70 years of the Polish Women’s Association in South Australia. In 1954 a small group of Polish women, new to South Australia, began sending clothing, food and medical parcels to compatriots in Germany who had not...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Nov 2024UNESCO Adelaide Awards for 2024
Rod and I, as joint patrons, are delighted be with you to recognise the work of the Adelaide Chapter of the UNESCO clubs and to present this years’ four awards. Thank you Rosemary for once again graciously hosting this event at your lovely home and Emily for the beautiful flowers. Each year...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Nov 2024Wednesday, 27 November 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Parliament House, at the invitation of the President of the Legislative Council, the Honorable Terry Stephens MLC, Her Excellency the Governor attended the joint sitting of Parliament convened to hear the inaugural address of the State First Nations Voice. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2024Thursday, 28 November 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Novar Gardens, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Immanuel College, where they met with staff and student leaders, and took questions from students. In the evening, at the Adelaide...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2024Reception for Marjorie Jackson-Nelson Centre for Women's Sport
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House for the presentation of certificates to the first graduates of the Marjorie Jackson-Nelson Centre for Women’s Sport Education Program. In the past few years, it has been encouraging to see significant breakthroughs in Australian women’s...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Nov 2024City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters Volunteers Christmas Dinner
It is always delightful, and particularly at this time of the year, to celebrate the selfless work that volunteers do for our community. I know you don’t seek recognition, but make no mistake, volunteers have a profound impact on the local community. You make a difference. You are the cornerstone...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Nov 2024The Governor’s Leadership Foundation Graduation Ceremony
Rod and I are pleased to join you this evening to celebrate your graduation from the Governor’s Leadership Foundation Program. Friends, Better leaders create a better South Australia. I expect we’d all agree, though, that it is given to only a very small number of individuals to be born...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Nov 2024Welcome and farewell to South Australian Australia Awards Scholars
I am pleased to join you this evening to celebrate the Australia Awards Scholars studying here in South Australia. International diplomacy is often associated with the highest levels of government and business – political leaders, public servants or business CEOs forging ties in fields such as...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Nov 2024Friday, 29 November 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received Sir Mark Lyall Grant GCMG and Lady Sheila Grant, and Mrs Nicky Downer AM, followed by morning tea. In the afternoon, the Governor and Mr Bunten received His Excellency Mr Petr Pavel, President of the Czech...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Nov 2024Saturday, 30 November 2024
On Saturday evening, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Triple 0 Charity Ball.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Nov 2024Sunday, 1 December 2024
On Sunday afternoon, at McLaren Flat, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a luncheon hosted by Mr Angelo Kotses, Managing Director, Bickford’s Australia.
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Dec 2024Monday, 2 December 2024
On Monday morning, at Lonsdale, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited REDARC Electronics, where they toured the facility and were briefed on operations, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses. In the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor received...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Dec 2024Tuesday, 3 December 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the Leaders Institute of South Australia, received Ms Cathie Brown, Chief Executive Officer, followed by a breakfast. In the afternoon the Governor received Ms Suzanne Marley, followed by a luncheon. In the evening...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Dec 2024Wednesday, 4 December 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council, and, after that, The Honourable Leon Bignell MP, Speaker of the House of Assembly. Later, the Governor received Ms Megan Berghuis, Director,...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Dec 2024Thursday, 5 December 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Henley Beach, the Governor visited Fulham North Primary School, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Later, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Dec 2024Friday, 6 December 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Ben Bruce, Chief Executive, Department for Environment and Water. Afterwards, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the NRMA Insurance Men’s Day Night Test: Australia v India. During the day, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Dec 2024Reception for Royal Life Saving Society Australia SA Branch 115th Anniversary
Rod and I as joint Patrons welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 115th anniversary of the Royal Life Saving Society in South Australia. We especially welcome those who have come a long way to be here today. Today we mark 115 years of protecting the community, 115 years of providing...
Published in: Speeches / 03 Dec 2024Luncheon for the Czech President
My husband Rod and I warmly welcome you all to South Australia and Government House, the oldest Government House in Australia. I trust you are enjoying your time in Adelaide. South Australia has long and proud ties to the Czech Republic, stemming as far back as 1870 when Roman Catholic...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Nov 2024Reception to thank Government House supporters
Welcome everyone on the fourth occasion Rod and I have hosted an end of year reception for friends of Government House. Many of you, in your wide variety of roles, have been with us from day one, some of you have been engaged with the house for many, many years and others more recently. We now...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Dec 2024Reception for the Closing Ceremony of the 2024 AmCham Academy
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House to mark the culmination of the 2024 AmCham Academy. My Predecessor the Honourable Hieu Van Le and I have hosted this ceremony since the creation of the AmCham Academy in 2019, recognising importance of nurturing and encouraging leadership in our...
Published in: Speeches / 02 Dec 2024Legacy Christmas Party
Merry Christmas everyone and welcome to Government House. Rod and I as your patron, are pleased to hold this Legacy Christmas Party here in the grounds and are proud to support the work of Legacy throughout the year. Christmas is always a time for joy, for coming together, and for sharing in...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Dec 2024Governor’s Farewell for International Students
Rod and I are pleased to welcome you all to Government House for this celebration of the end of the academic year and to usher in the Festive Season. We trust you will take time to unwind, relax, and get to know more and about your fellow students. Rod and I always look forward to this Christmas...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Nov 2024Saturday, 7 December 2024
On Saturday morning, in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Legacy Youth Christmas Party. Also, in the morning, at Kent Town, Mr Bunten attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2024Monday, 9 December 2024
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Mr Tokuro Furuya, Consul-General of Japan in Melbourne; Mr Adam Wynn, Honorary Consul-General of Japan in South Australia; and Ms Laura Hughes, Research Analyst, Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne, followed by a...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2024Tuesday, 10 December 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AFC (Ret’d). Later, the Governor received His Excellency Mr Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand; Her Excellency Ms Arjaree Sriratananban,...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2024Wednesday, 11 December 2024
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Senator the Honourable Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs; His Excellency Mr Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kingdom of Thailand; and Her Excellency Ms Arjaree Sriratanaban, Ambassador of...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2024Thursday, 12 December 2024
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Rachael Azzopardi and Mr Lee Cumberlidge, Co-Founders and Creative Directors, Illuminate Adelaide. Afterwards, the Governor received the 2024...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Dec 2024Friday, 13 December 2024
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable David Ridgway, Agent General for South Australia in London. Later, the Governor received The Honourable Patrick Conlon, Principal Administrator, District Council of Coober Pedy. In the afternoon, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Dec 2024Saturday, 14 December 2024
On Saturday morning, in Collinswood, Her Excellency the Governor was interviewed by Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Adelaide. Later, at Rose Park, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the gathering and placed a wreath at the Burnside District Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Centenary Ceremony, hosted by...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Dec 2024Burnside District Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Centenary Ceremony
Rod and I are honoured to join you to commemorate the Centenary of the Burnside District Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial. I am delighted to do so in the footsteps of my predecessor, then Governor of South Australia, Lieutenant General Sir George Tom Molesworth Bridges - himself a distinguished army...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Dec 2024Reception to acknowledge the Year 12 Schooling Achievements of Young People under Guardianship
Rod and I welcome you to Government House to celebrate your completion of Year 12 this year. The ballroom we are standing in has been here for about 170 years and in that time, many, many people have come here to celebrate their achievement or milestones. Look down and you can still see the marks...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Dec 2024Monday, 16 December 2024
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Katrina Lucas, Creative Producer; Ms Shalom Almond, Director, and Ms Lauren Drewery, Producer, Songs Inside. In the afternoon, the Governor received The Right Reverend Sophie Relf-Christopher, Assistant Bishop,...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Dec 2024Tuesday, 17 December 2024
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Later, at the Red Cross - Lifeblood Adelaide Donor Centre, the Governor, who is patron of Australian Red Cross – South Australia, donated blood. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Dec 2024Wednesday, 18 December 2024
On Wednesday evening, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited The St Vincent de Paul Society SA’s Fred’s Van at Elizabeth, where they met with staff, volunteers and clients, and assisted with the Christmas dinner service.
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Dec 2024Thursday, 19 December 2024
On Thursday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor participated in a virtual meeting with Ms Julie Singer Scanlan AO and The Honourable Tony Smith, Co-Chairs, Australian American Leadership Dialogue. In the evening, at the River Torrens, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Dec 2024Friday, 20 December 2024
On Friday evening, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Cricket Association, and Mr Bunten and Mr Matthew Bunten, attended the Big Bash League (BBL) Cricket Game between the Adelaide Strikers and the Melbourne Stars.
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Dec 2024Sunday, 22 December 2024
On Sunday afternoon, Her Excellency the Governor attended a Christmas celebration hosted by Ms Natasha Stott Despoja AO and Ms Cordelia Stott Despoja.
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Dec 2024Tuesday, 24 December 2024
On Tuesday evening, at St Peter's Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten, and family members, attended the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Dec 2024Friday, 27 December 2024
On Friday evening, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, as patron of the South Australian Cricket Association, Mr Bunten, and family members, attended the Big Bash League (BBL) Cricket Game between the Adelaide Strikers and the Hobart Hurricanes.
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Dec 2024Saturday, 28 December 2024
On Saturday morning, at the Old Gum Tree Reserve, Glenelg North, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, read the Proclamation of South Australia, addressed the gathering and presented the Governor’s Civic Awards at the 188th South Australian Proclamation Day commemoration and...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Dec 2024Thursday, 2 January 2025
Tomorrow, Friday 3 January, the grounds of Government House will be open to the public as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide, of which the Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons, and music provided by The...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Jan 2025Friday, 3 January 2025
Today, the grounds of Government House are open to members of the public as part of the “Lunch on the Lawns” program, including a garden tour conducted by The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide, of which Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons, followed by a lunch time...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Jan 2025City of Holdfast Bay Proclamation Day
I thank Quahli Newchurch for welcoming us to country in ways which give us all cause to think and rethink, and Allan Sumner for conducting the smoking ceremony. It is my great pleasure to join the City of Holdfast Bay and broader community with Rod to mark the 188th reading of the Proclamation,...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Dec 2024Pioneers Association of SA Proclamation Day Luncheon
I am delighted to be with you as your patron, and a sixth generation South Australian, alongside Rod, to mark the 188th anniversary of the reading of the Proclamation of South Australia. The 28th of December 1836 marks a moment in time but does not stand in isolation; it is a point in the...
Published in: Speeches / 31 Dec 2024Tuesday, 7 January 2025
Her Excellency the Governor has appointed The Honourable Chief Justice Chris Kourakis to be Governor's Deputy from 12:00pm on Monday, 6 January 2025 until 11:59pm on Monday, 6 January 2025.
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Jan 2025Friday, 10 January 2025
On Friday morning, at The Drive, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, attended the Adelaide International. The Governor is patron of Tennis SA.
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Jan 2025Saturday, 11 January 2025
On Saturday afternoon, at The Drive, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Adelaide International Pre-Match Luncheon, and, afterwards, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, viewed the Adelaide International. The Governor is patron of Tennis SA.
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Jan 2025Accessibility upgrades
Work is underway on significant accessibility improvements at Government House Adelaide, ensuring the site can be fully enjoyed by all, including people with mobility challenges, wheelchair users, and the elderly.
Published in: Pages / 14 Jan 2025Tuesday, 14 January 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels.
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Jan 2025Wednesday, 15 January 2025
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presented a certificate to acknowledge the Year 12 schooling achievement of a young person under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive of the Department for Child Protection.
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Jan 2025Thursday, 16 January 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Jan 2025Monday, 20 January 2025
On Monday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Abigail Parry, Director Building Projects; Ms Kate Atkins, Manager Project Management; Mrs Chydem Ayik, Senior Project Manager; and Mrs Aislinn Morris, Senior Project Manager, Department for Infrastructure and...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Jan 2025Reception for the Supreme, Federal & New Zealand Senior Courts Conference
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. I especially welcome those of you who have travelled from interstate and New Zealand to attend this conference. I hope you are enjoying your experience of an Adelaide summer and trust you are making the most of what our region has to offer this...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Jan 2025Farewell and welcome to Senior Air Force Representatives
As patron of the Air Force Association South Australia branch, it is my great pleasure and Rod’s to join you on this occasion. I thank the association for organising today’s event and bringing together stakeholders and friends across defence, veterans, government, aerospace and other...
Published in: Speeches / 22 Jan 2025Tuesday, 21 January 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Athol Park, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Macro Group Australia, where they toured the facility and were briefed on operations, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Jan 2025Wednesday, 22 January 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Lidia Faranda-Hall, Founder and CEO, Resolute Ready. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr Rick Persse AM, Chief Executive, Department of the Premier and Cabinet. In the afternoon, tutors from the Pitjantjatjara...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Jan 2025Thursday, 23 January 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Meredith Wyles, Chair, and Ms Heather Willis, President, Legacy Club of South Australia and Broken Hill. The Governor is patron of Legacy....
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Jan 2025Friday, 24 January 2025
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Genevieve Rogers, student, Billy Blue College of Design, Torrens University, followed by a morning tea. Afterwards, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the South Australian Cricket Association’s (SACA) Women in Sport...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Jan 2025Saturday, 25 January 2025
On Saturday, at the Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, attended the CommBank Women’s Ashes T20I – Australia v England. The Governor is patron of the South Australian Cricket Association.
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Jan 2025Sunday, 26 January 2025
On Sunday morning, at Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, attended the Australia Day Council of South Australia’s ‘Mourning in the Morning’ Smoking Ceremony. The Governor is patron in chief of the Australia Day Council of South...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Jan 2025Tuesday, 28 January 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Also in the morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at the Art Gallery of South Australia, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Jan 2025Wednesday, 29 January 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Mrs Pamela Wall AO. Later, the Governor received the Premier, the Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council, and officiated at the swearing-in of new Ministers and...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Jan 2025Bene Aged Care Reception to Celebrate 50 years
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 50th anniversary of what started as the Italian Village Incorporated and has evolved to become what we now know as Bene Aged Care. That’s 50 years of compassion; 50 years of understanding. Today we acknowledge and...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Jan 2025Thursday, 30 January 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Burton, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited The Yoghurt Shop, where they toured the facility and were briefed on operations, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian...
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Jan 2025Monday, 3 February 2025
On Monday morning, at St Peter’s Anglican Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor attended the funeral of the late Right Reverand Dr Keith Rayner AO. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor, who is patron of the General Sir John Monash Foundation, spoke by telephone to Mr Paul Ramadge,...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Feb 2025Tuesday, 4 February 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Prospect, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Prescott College, where they addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a luncheon with patronage organisations linked to the Defence Force....
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Feb 2025Celebrating 50 Years of Australian Honours System
This year marks a significant milestone in the history of Australia’s recognition of exceptional individuals—50 years of the Australian Honours and Awards system. We invite you to reflect and share your memories! Tell us about your thoughts and experiences with the Australian Honours System.
Published in: Pages / 05 Feb 2025Wednesday, 5 February 2025
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the City of Port Adelaide Enfield, where they met with Ms Claire Boan, Mayor, and Mr Mark Withers, Chief Executive, City of Port Adelaide Enfield, who accompanied the Governor and Mr Bunten on a walking tour of...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Feb 2025Reception to mark 50 years of the Multicultural Communities Council of SA
I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate 50 years of the Multicultural Communities Council of SA. In this state, we walk together on ancient lands in the footsteps of an ancient culture. We are a society that has evolved over time with many faces and many voices from many lands;...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Feb 2025Thursday, 6 February 2025
On Thursday morning, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, delivered a reading at the service to mark the opening of the 2025 State Parliamentary Year. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Feb 2025Visit to Port Adelaide Enfield Council
Rod and I are pleased to join you at the Junction Community Centre for our visit to the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. It’s been our pleasure to spend time in your Council area during my term. We’ve engaged with students on a range of school visits, including to Torrens Valley Christian School...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Feb 2025Friday, 7 February 2025
In the morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Dr Richard Harris SC OAM, Lieutenant Governor of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor received Ms Emma Fey, Acting Director, Art Gallery of South Australia. Also in the morning, the Governor and Mr Bunten welcomed...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Feb 2025Sammy D Foundation Impact Event
Rod and I are pleased to join you for the Sammy D Foundation Impact Event. It’s great to see key supporters, and potential new supporters, gathered to learn more about the foundation’s work over the past 12 months, as well as its plans for 2025. I thank SkyCity Adelaide for hosting us this...
Published in: Speeches / 06 Feb 2025Sunday, 9 February 2025
On Sunday afternoon, at the Unley Swimming Centre, Mr Bunten presented the Team Fundraising, Runner-up Team Fundraiser, Most Laps Swum, Runner-up Most Laps Swum, and the Best Team Spirit awards at the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society of South Australia and Northern Territory’s 20th Annual MS...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Feb 2025Matthew Flinders Exhibition Special Event
I am delighted to join you today at this special celebration of Matthew Flinders, the explorer, navigator scientist, cartographer, naval seaman and the university’s namesake. My Honorary Aide-de-Camp Lieutenant Lauren Alschwager RAN is also pleased to be here. The exhibition, while small, has...
Published in: Speeches / 07 Feb 2025Wednesday, 12 February 2025
On Wednesday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten received The Honourable Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, Secretary of Education, Department of Education and Ms Elvira Angara; The Honourable Jose Francisco “Kiko” Benitez, Director General of Technical Education...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Feb 2025Opening of Ngutu College Café and Shop
It is good to be back amongst the Ngutu College community for the opening of your college’s Ngani Café and shop. When I visited you in 2023, I was immediately impressed by your sense of community, respect for each other, and celebration of Aboriginal culture and knowledge. Today I am looking...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Feb 2025Thursday, 13 February 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Woodville North, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, officially opened the new Ngutu College Café and Shop, Ngani. In the afternoon, at Glen Osmond, the Governor addressed the...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Feb 2025Friday, 14 February 2025
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Elizabeth Day, Australian Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Afterwards, at the Torrens Parade Group, the Governor, who is patron of the Returned and Services League of Australia (SA/NT Branch), addressed...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Feb 2025Saturday, 15 February 2025
On Saturday, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Gawler, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed the guests at the Organ Music Society of Adelaide’s Annual Recital. The Governor is patron of the Society. In the evening, at the SA Athletics Stadium, the Governor and Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Feb 2025SACE 2024 Merit Ceremony
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. Congratulations to each and every one of this evening’s award recipients. Today is a major milestone in your lives, and there will be many others that will further shape who you are, what you have and will achieve, and how you are going to...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Feb 2025Seymour College Visit
I am pleased to join you for this Founders Day assembly. It’s great to see students from prep right through to Year 12 here today, as well as Old Collegians. Thank you to student leaders for your warm welcome. The way we welcome and acknowledge each other is both a mark of respect and a signal of...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Feb 2025RSL SA Reach Out Program Launch
It is my pleasure to join you today to launch the RSL Reach Out Program, now operating in South Australia, the Northern Territory and Broken Hill. As Governor, I am committed to supporting those who serve and have served our nation in any way I can. The work that has been done in this regard by...
Published in: Speeches / 14 Feb 2025Launch of MyVenue Global Headquarters
Rod and I are pleased to join you for the launch of the MyVenue Global Headquarters here at Lot Fourteen. As Governor it’s been my pleasure – and Rod’s too - to engage with Lot Fourteen and its tenants, as well as the incubator Stone and Chalk. We’ve learned a few things about how South...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Feb 2025University of Adelaide Pathways to Politics Program Graduation
I am delighted to welcome you all to Government House to celebrate your graduation from the Pathways to Politics for Women program. I know that while you have diverse backgrounds, you are all motivated by a desire to harness your skills and experience to improve the lives of others. I...
Published in: Speeches / 19 Feb 2025Sunday, 16 February 2025
On Sunday morning, at the South Australian Women’s Memorial Playing Fields Trust, St Marys, the Governor addressed the guests, presented the May Mills Grants, and along with Mr Bunten, laid a wreath at the 2025 Bangka Day Memorial Service. The Governor is patron of the Trust. Afterwards, at the...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Feb 2025Monday, 17 February 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for an official visit to the Southern Mallee and Karoonda East Murray Councils, where, at Lameroo, she visited Lameroo Regional Community School for a tour and conversation with the students. Afterwards, at Lameroo, the Governor met Mr Ron...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Feb 2025Tuesday, 18 February 2025
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the Southern Mallee and Karoonda East Murray Councils at Karoonda Area School, where she was welcomed by Mrs Melanie Bennett, Principal, and Mr Adrian Roberts, Governing Council Chairperson, followed by a tour of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Feb 2025Wednesday, 19 February 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. In the afternoon, the Governor received Ms Kay Burton, Founder, SA Philanthropy Network. Afterwards, the Governor received Mr Robert Brokenshire, President, and Mr Andrew...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Feb 2025Bangka Day Memorial Service
There is something special about this Bangka Day Memorial Service. It brings together the many distinguished guests already acknowledged by name, but it is relatively rare for such a group of people to gather: Present are ministers, shadow ministers, members of both Houses of the state and...
Published in: Speeches / 21 Feb 2025Reception for Governor’s Civics Awards
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. On 28 December last year, Proclamation Day, I had the pleasure of presenting the majority of primary school awardees with their medallions at the Old Gum Tree in Glenelg. This evening we celebrate the winners of other award categories, mostly...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Feb 2025Thursday, 20 February 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Gilles Plains, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited St Paul’s College, where they addressed and took questions from the students. Later, at Government House, the Governor received His...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Feb 2025Friday, 21 February 2025
On Friday morning, at Flinders University, Her Excellency the Governor unveiled a plaque at the opening of the Science Teaching Laboratories, and Mr Bunten addressed the guests at the Flinders University STEM Enrichment Academy Conference, followed by a tour of the new facilities. Afterwards, at...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Feb 2025Saturday, 22 February 2025
On Saturday morning, at the ArtSpace at Adelaide Festival Centre, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten viewed the Black Women BACK In Focus Exhibition, part of the Adelaide Fringe. Afterwards, at Rose Park, the Governor, who is Chief Scout of Scouts SA, attended the Rose Park/Norwood Scout...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Feb 2025Sunday, 23 February 2025
On Sunday morning, at the Dom Polski Centre, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of The Earth Above: A Deep Time View of Australia’s Epic History; later, at the Woodville Town Hall, a performance of Still Alive (and Kicking); afterwards, at Carrick Hill, a performance of Celestial...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Feb 2025Monday, 24 February 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Kate Longhurst, followed by a breakfast. In the evening, at The Garden of Unearthly Delights, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Digby Hancock and Mrs Veronica Hancock, attended a performance of Zooma Zooma, part of the Adelaide Fringe.
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Feb 2025Tuesday, 25 February 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Christie Downs, Her Excellency the Governor visited Cardijn College – Marcellin Campus, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Also in the morning, at Hindmarsh, Mr Bunten undertook voluntary work at Meals on Wheels. In the afternoon, at Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Feb 2025Reception for Adelaide Festival Chairman’s Circle
Rod and I are delighted to welcome the Chairman’s Circle to Government House. You are honoured guests and we’ve chosen to host you in our favourite part of the garden. Like you, Rod and I are eagerly anticipating this year’s Festival. My late mother used to say, whenever there was something she...
Published in: Speeches / 25 Feb 2025Wednesday, 26 February 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Plympton, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Plympton International College, where they addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Lee Cumberlidge and Ms Rachael Azzopardi,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Feb 2025Thursday, 27 February 2025
On Thursday morning, at SkyCity, Her Excellency the Governor officially opened the Committee for Adelaide’s 2025 International Women’s Day Breakfast. The Governor is patron of the Committee for Adelaide. Afterwards, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Feb 2025Friday, 28 February 2025
On Friday afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a luncheon for Her Excellency Mrs Vicki Treadell CMG MVO, High Commissioner of the United Kingdom. Guests were Mrs Oonagh Lewis, Deputy Consul-General of the United Kingdom; Mr Ian Smith AM, Honorary Consul of the United...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Feb 2025Saturday, 1 March 2025
On Saturday, at the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, Her Excellency the Governor attended ‘Fiction, Memoir and the Boundaries of Art’, and, afterwards, ‘A Song of Time – Stan’ , both part of Adelaide Writers’ Week. Afterwards, at Adelaide Oval, the Governor and Mr Bunten watched the first...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Mar 2025Sunday, 2 March 2025
On Sunday, at the Torrens Parade Ground, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended ‘America, America’, and, afterwards, the Governor attended ‘Writing To Change the World – Amy McQuire, Anna Spargo-Ryan and Clare Wright’, both part of Adelaide Writers’ Week. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Town Hall, the...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Mar 2025Reception to launch the 2025 GLF Program
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. As patron of the Leaders Institute of SA, it is my pleasure to launch the 2025 Governor’s Leadership Foundation program this evening. South Australia has a significant role to play in delivering outcomes which benefit not only our state, but which...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Feb 2025Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate the 2025 Australia Day Citizen of the Year awards. Australia has an ancient landscape and is home to an ancient culture. We are a nation with many faces, many voices, and many opinions. We value an environment of respect and...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Feb 2025Committee for Adelaide IWD Breakfast
I am pleased to join the Committee for Adelaide and its broader community, once again, to mark International Women’s Day. As patron, I am pleased to support the committee’s role as an important advocate on economic issues, as well as social and community ones. As Governor, supporting gender...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Feb 2025The Embroiderers Guild Biennial Exhibition
I am delighted, as Patron, to join you today for my first official engagement with the Embroiderers Guild. It is particularly pleasing to do so in your Diamond anniversary year, and to open the biennial exhibition. Your kind invitation gave me an opportunity to look again at a piece of embroidery...
Published in: Speeches / 28 Feb 2025Musica Viva VIP Event for Jess Hitchcock & Penny Quartet
Rod and I are pleased to join you ahead of this evening’s performance of Jess Hitchcock and the Penny Quartet, in the beautiful Adelaide Town Hall. I thank Musica Viva for hosting this gathering, and congratulate the organisation on celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. In particular I...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Mar 2025Monday, 3 March 2025
On Monday afternoon, at Elder Hall, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Claire de Sévigné: From Mozart to the Merry Widow’, part of the Adelaide Festival. Afterwards, at the Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, the Governor attended ‘What’s Next? – Thomas Mayo and...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Mar 2025Tuesday, 4 March 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Taperoo, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Ocean View College, where they addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended ‘The Art of Misremembering – Geraldine Brooks and...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Mar 2025Wednesday, 5 March 2025
On Wednesday morning, at St Peter’s Cathedral, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the Eucharist Service for Ash Wednesday. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a morning tea for members of Adelaide University’s International Education Advisory Group....
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Mar 2025Thursday, 6 March 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Medindie, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Wilderness School, where they addressed and took questions from the students. Later, at Pridham Hall, the Governor attended the...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Mar 2025Presentation of the 2024 Governor’s Multicultural Awards
Rod and I are pleased to welcome you to Government House for the presentation of the 2024 Governor’s Multicultural Awards. Here in South Australia, we walk together on ancient lands in the footsteps of an ancient culture. We are a society that has evolved over time with many faces and many voices...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Mar 2025Morning Tea for Adelaide University International Education Advisory Group
It’s Rod’s and my pleasure to welcome you to Government House this morning, the oldest Government House in Australia. Thank you for coming to South Australia to inform the development of international education at Adelaide University. I thank you for your past support of the University of South...
Published in: Speeches / 05 Mar 2025Friday, 7 March 2025
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a breakfast to celebrate International Women’s Day, with guest speaker Ms Danielle Wood, Chair, Productivity Commission. Also in the morning, Mr Bunten received Ms Kiri Hagenus, Managing Director, Children’s University...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Mar 2025Saturday. 8 March 2025
On Saturday, at Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the WOMADelaide Festival. In the evening, at The Parks Theatres, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended a performance of ‘Form & Flow’, part of the Adelaide Fringe.
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Mar 2025Sunday, 9 March 2025
On Sunday, at Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla, the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Ms Sophie Bunten, attended the WOMADelaide Festival. In the afternoon, at the Unley Town Hall, the Governor and Ms Sophie Bunten, and Mr Bunten as patron and a performing member of the Adelaide Male Voice Choir,...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Mar 2025Monday, 10 March 2025
On Monday, at Morphettville Racecourse, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the running of the 2025 Sportsbet Adelaide Cup and presented the Adelaide Cup to the winning connections. In the evening, at Her Majesty’s Theatre, the Governor, Mr Bunten, and Ms Sophie Bunten attended...
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Mar 2025Reception to open the 75th Eire Cup
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House on the occasion of the 75th Eire Cup competition. I especially welcome those from interstate who have travelled here for the 2025 National Association Croquet Championships. It’s a wonderful time to be in Adelaide during our Festival...
Published in: Speeches / 11 Mar 2025Tuesday, 11 March 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Peter Malinauskas MP, Premier of South Australia. Afterwards, at Christie Downs, the Governor visited FAME Flexible Learning Centre, where she toured the school, was briefed on operations, and addressed...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Mar 2025Wednesday, 12 March 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Terry Stephens MLC, President of the Legislative Council. Afterwards, the Governor received His Excellency Mr Pham Hung Tam, Ambassador of Vietnam to Australia and Dr Dy Thuc Pham, First Secretary at...
Published in: Daily Program / 12 Mar 2025Thursday, 13 March 2025
On Thursday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted a reception for Adelaide Fringe Arts Marketplace delegates. Afterwards, at Bedford Park, the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed staff and students at the Australian Science and Mathematics School...
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Mar 2025Friday, 14 March 2025
On Friday morning, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral. Afterwards, the Governor spoke by telephone to Mr Ian Scobie AM, Director, WOMADelaide. Later, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Jason Smith, Director, Art Gallery of South Australia....
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Mar 2025Adelaide Festival Luncheon
Rod and I welcome you to Government House today to celebrate the 2025 Adelaide Festival. We extend a particularly warm welcome to guests who have travelled from interstate or overseas. Rod and I have been soaking up as many Festival and Fringe performances as we can, whether across the road at...
Published in: Speeches / 12 Mar 2025Reception for Adelaide Fringe Honeypot Marketplace
Rod and I warmly welcome you all to Government House. I especially welcome Honey Pot delegates who have travelled from interstate and overseas to be here. March is a magical time to Adelaide, and I trust you are enjoying your experience of our city. Rod and I are spending most nights and weekends...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Mar 2025Australian Science and Mathematics School Visit
I am pleased to join you today. Thank you to student leaders for your warm welcome. The way we welcome and acknowledge each other is both a mark of respect and a signal of intent and encouragement. It’s one of the reasons I give an acknowledgement of country in language; to show respect to...
Published in: Speeches / 13 Mar 2025Saturday, 15 March 2025
On Saturday, at West Lakes Shore, Her Excellency the Governor presented the SG Year 8/9 D/E 4x+ Perpetual Trophy at the Head of the River South Australian Schools’ VIP Breakfast. Afterwards, at Elder Hall, the Governor, who is patron of the Adelaide Youth Orchestra, attended the Adelaide Youth...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Mar 2025Sunday, 16 March 2025
On Sunday evening, at Port Willunga, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten, accompanied by Mr Harald Hamley and Mrs Beata Hamley, attended Transmission: Into the Dark, part of Adelaide Fringe.
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Mar 2025Tuesday, 18 March 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Aldinga Beach, Her Excellency the Governor visited Aldinga Payinthi College, where she addressed and took questions from the students. Afterwards, at Aldinga, the Governor visited Tatachilla Lutheran College, where she addressed and took questions from the students,...
Published in: Daily Program / 18 Mar 2025Rotary Club of Magill Sunrise Memorial Seats Unveiling
It is wonderful to be back at the Gums Memorial Reserve this evening to unveil the five memorial seats. The Gums is a special reserve in the Campbelltown area; one much treasured by the local community because it is all about community. It is a place to walk, to play, to explore, to reflect. In...
Published in: Speeches / 18 Mar 2025Monday, 24 March 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor departed for a visit to the Southern Flinders Ranges, where, at the Bundaleer Forest Reserve, she met Ms Sue Scarman, Mayor, and Mr Pete Ward, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Northern Areas Council; Mr Greg Boston, Chairperson, and members of the...
Published in: Daily Program / 24 Mar 2025Wednesday, 19 March 2025
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Tammie Pribanic, Under Treasurer, Department for Treasury and Finance. In the afternoon, the Governor received Mrs Katherine Bennell-Pegg,...
Published in: Daily Program / 19 Mar 2025Friday, 21 March 2025
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone with Ms Margaret Howard, Director, Outback Communities Authority. In the afternoon, the Governor spoke by telephone with Mr Grant Stevens APM, Commissioner of Police. In the evening, at the Adelaide Convention...
Published in: Daily Program / 21 Mar 2025Thursday, 20 March 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later in the morning, and again in the afternoon, at Government House, the Governor hosted receptions for the Child Development Council’s Charter Ambassador Program and presented pins to Charter...
Published in: Daily Program / 20 Mar 2025Tuesday, 25 March 2025
On Tuesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her official visit to the Southern Flinders Ranges at Peterborough High School, where she met Ms Sue Burtenshaw, Principal, Ms Lauren Lawson, Deputy Principal, and Peterborough High School staff and student leaders. Also in the morning,...
Published in: Daily Program / 25 Mar 2025Receptions for Child Development Council
I warmly welcome you all to Government House. As Patron of South Australia’s Charter for Children and Young People, I congratulate you all on becoming Ambassadors for 2025! Thank you for standing up and wanting to be active citizens. Over two receptions today, one this morning and one this...
Published in: Speeches / 20 Mar 2025Wednesday, 26 March 2025
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her visit to the Southern Flinders Ranges at Orroroo Area School, where she met Mr Pete Usher, Principal, Ms Bek Rasheed, Governing Council Chair, Ms Kerry Duffy, Primary Leader, Ms Tessa McNamara, Middle Leader, Ms Nicole Higgins,...
Published in: Daily Program / 26 Mar 2025Thursday, 27 March 2025
Later, at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Hospital School SA – Women’s and Children’s Hospital Campus, where they toured the facility and spoke with students and staff, before meeting Master Alexander Piffl, Mr Michael Piffl, and Mrs Belinda Piffl. In the...
Published in: Daily Program / 27 Mar 2025Friday, March 28 2025
On Friday morning, in Murray Bridge, Her Excellency the Governor addressed the participants at the South Australia Police Executive Leadership Team Development Day. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Alex Dighton MP, Member for Black. In the afternoon, at the Karen Rolton...
Published in: Daily Program / 28 Mar 2025Saturday, March 29 2025
On Saturday, at the Karen Rolton Oval, the Governor and Mr Bunten attended the 2024/2025 Sheffield Shield Final: South Australia v Queensland. The Governor is patron of the South Australian Cricket Association. Afterwards, in the grounds of Government House, the Governor, accompanied by Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 29 Mar 2025Sunday, 30 March 2025
On Sunday, at Crystal Brook, the Governor addressed the gathering and unveiled a plaque at the Crystal Brook and District Hospital Centenary Celebrations.
Published in: Daily Program / 30 Mar 2025Reception for Zonta Young Women in Leadership Awards Program
Rod and I warmly welcome the Zonta community to Government House. In 2023 it was my pleasure to speak at the Zonta Young Leaders graduation ceremony, a program which some award finalists have completed. I note some finalists are also past winners of an Order of Australia Student Citizen award,...
Published in: Speeches / 26 Mar 2025Tourism Industry Council of South Australia Reception for State Tourism Award Winners
Rod and I are delighted to welcome you to Government House to celebrate the winners of the State and recent national Tourism Awards which we were delighted to attend. The list of the winning businesses, and their scope and diversity, gave Rod and me cause to reflect on our own recent tourism...
Published in: Speeches / 27 Mar 2025Centenary of Crystal Brook and District Hospital
It is a great pleasure to be here with you to commemorate the Centenary of the Crystal Book and District Hospital - a significant milestone by any measure. I’m pleased to be joined today by my Honorary Aide de Camp, Flight Lieutenant David Russell, who completed part of his Registered Nursing...
Published in: Speeches / 30 Mar 2025StudyAdelaide International Families Picnic
Welcome to the grounds of Government House! As joint patrons of StudyAdelaide Rod and I always enjoy meeting international students, their host families and friends. We hope you enjoy these lovely gardens and the picnic atmosphere. It’s part of Adelaide life. Some of you may have already been...
Published in: Speeches / 29 Mar 2025Monday, 31 March 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of Executive Council. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the Governor addressed and took questions from the guests at Halogen Australia’s National Young Leaders Day 2025. Later, at Government House, the Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 31 Mar 2025Tuesday, 1 April 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Seacombe Heights, Her Excellency the Governor visited Seaview High School, where she spoke to staff and students. Afterwards, the Governor visited The Honourable Marjorie Jackson-Nelson AC CVO MBE. Later, at Government House, the Governor hosted a reception to mark the...
Published in: Daily Program / 01 Apr 2025Reception for the Chrysanthemum and Floral Art Society 110th anniversary
I am delighted to welcome you to Government House to mark the 110th anniversary of the Chrysanthemum Society. I am particularly pleased to do so as His Excellency Sir Henry Galway, the 17th Governor of South Australia was the Society’s first patron; and now, thanks to Neil and Derek, we have a...
Published in: Speeches / 01 Apr 2025Wednesday, April 2 2025
On Wednesday morning, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Ms Julia Overton, Chief Executive Officer, Carers SA. The Governor and Mr Bunten are joint patrons of Carers SA. Later, the Governor received...
Published in: Daily Program / 02 Apr 2025Thursday, 3 April 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Later, at South Plympton, the Governor visited Emmaus Christian College – South Plympton campus, where she received a briefing of the school and spoke with students. The grounds of Government...
Published in: Daily Program / 03 Apr 2025Friday, 4 April 2025
On Friday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received The Honourable Blair Boyer MP, Minister for Education, Training and Skills. Afterwards, the Governor hosted a morning tea to celebrate 80 years of The Children’s Book Council of Australia – South Australia Branch. The...
Published in: Daily Program / 04 Apr 2025Saturday, 5 April 2025
On Saturday morning, in the grounds of Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a morning tea for Down Syndrome Australia to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Afterwards, at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, the Governor attended the Suncorp Super Netball Match: Adelaide...
Published in: Daily Program / 05 Apr 2025Sunday, 6 April 2025
On Sunday morning, the Governor departed Adelaide for an official visit to the South East. In the afternoon, at Centenary Park, Lucindale, the Governor took part in the ceremony to dedicate a memorial to the late Brevet Sergeant Jason Doig PBM LEM, and, together with his mother, Mrs Faye...
Published in: Daily Program / 06 Apr 2025Monday, 7 April 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor continued her visit to the South East, where, at Mount Gambier High School, she met Mr Kym Grant, Principal, and Miss Annapurna Anbu, School Captain; and spoke to school leaders and students. Later, at Grant High School, the Governor met Ms Caroline...
Published in: Daily Program / 07 Apr 2025Morning Tea for the Children’s Book Council of Australia SA Branch
I warmly welcome you all to Government House this morning to celebrate 80 years of the Children’s Book Council of Australia in South Australia. Rod and I are pleased to be chief patrons of the Council, alongside the Lord Mayor and Premier, who are patrons of the 80th anniversary. As adults, we...
Published in: Speeches / 04 Apr 2025Tuesday, 8 April 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Jane Johnston, Chief Executive, StudyAdelaide; Mr Phillip Fredericks, Associate Director, Global Partnerships, University of Adelaide; Professor Romy Lawson, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students), Flinders University; Mr...
Published in: Daily Program / 08 Apr 2025AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
I am pleased to join you for the presentation of the 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. Congratulations to AgriFutures on celebrating 25 years of this award in 2025, marking a quarter century of empowering women in our rural communities. Gender equity is a priority for me. I have pursued the...
Published in: Speeches / 08 Apr 2025Wednesday, 9 April 2025
On Wednesday, the Governor and Mr Bunten undertook a visit to the City of West Torrens, where, at the West Torrens Civic Centre, they met Mr Michael Coxon, Mayor, and Mr Angelo Catinari, Chief Executive, who accompanied the Governor and Mr Bunten during their visit. Later, at the West Torrens...
Published in: Daily Program / 09 Apr 2025Reception for AnglicareSA
I am pleased to welcome the AnglicareSA community to Government House. As Governor, it is my privilege to witness the powerful work of a variety of not-for-profit organisations, uplifting some of South Australia’s most vulnerable people. I see abundant evidence of a generosity of spirit amongst...
Published in: Speeches / 09 Apr 2025Thursday, 10 April 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor attended the Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral. Later, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Reynella East, the Governor and Mr Bunten visited Reynella East College, where they spoke to staff and students....
Published in: Daily Program / 10 Apr 2025Friday, 11 April 2025
On Friday morning, at the South Australia Police Academy, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten laid a wreath at the South Australia Police Anzac Memorial Service. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Wang Zhiqing, Chairman and Secretary of the Party Committee, China...
Published in: Daily Program / 11 Apr 2025Sunday, 13 March 2025
On Sunday afternoon, at Adelaide Oval, Her Excellency the Governor, Mr Bunten and Ms Sophie Bunten attended the Port Adelaide v Hawthorn football game, part of the AFL 2025 Gather Round.
Published in: Daily Program / 13 Apr 2025Monday, 14 April 2025
On Monday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor spoke by telephone to Ms Marissa Mackie, Past President, Women Lawyers’ Association of South Australia. Afterwards, the Governor held a telephone conference with the Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, Her Excellency Ms Gillian...
Published in: Daily Program / 14 Apr 2025Tuesday, 15 April 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor received Ms Emma Terry Chief Executive, South Australian Tourism Commission; Mr Nick Jones, Executive Director, Destination Development, South Australian Tourism Commission; Mr Brenton Cox, Managing Director, Adelaide Airport...
Published in: Daily Program / 15 Apr 2025Exhibits at Government House
Government House, in collaboration with the South Australian Museum, is proud to present a collection of ancient fossils and minerals celebrating South Australia's rich mineralogical and paleontological heritage.
Published in: Pages / 15 Apr 2025Prehistoric Wonders: A Deep Dive into Fossils from South Australia’s Past
Dating back to the Ediacaran Period - 635 to 541 million years ago -, this fascinating collection of fossils on loan from the South Australian Museum offers a glimpse into the early development of multicellular organisms in the Flinders Ranges.
Published in: Pages / 15 Apr 2025South Australia’s Mineral Masterpieces: Discover the State’s Hidden Geological Treasures
The Minerals exhibit highlights the diversity and wonder hidden beneath our soil. Brought to life through the expertise of the South Australian Museum, these specimens celebrate the state’s rich mining and geological heritage.
Published in: Pages / 15 Apr 2025Reception for supporters of the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House. To an audience such as this, I need not emphasise the importance of medical research and its application. Being your patron gives me the enormous privilege of lending the support of my office to your world-leading endeavours that are preventing...
Published in: Speeches / 15 Apr 2025University of South Australia Graduation Ceremony
Rod and I are pleased to join you for this ceremony. I trust it is one graduands will always remember with pride. I begin by congratulating the Hon Cathy Branson on receiving her Honorary Doctorate today. It’s lovely to share this occasion with you. Cathy is someone from whom we can all learn a...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Apr 2025Wednesday, 16 April 2025
On Wednesday morning, at the University of South Australia – City West Campus, Her Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Mr Bunten, addressed a Graduation Ceremony. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Mr Damian Fitzgerald, General Counsel, Viterra; Mr Jonathan Evans, Head of...
Published in: Daily Program / 16 Apr 2025Thursday, 17 April 2025
In the morning, Her Excellency the Governor attended Maundy Thursday Eucharist at St Peter’s Cathedral. Later, the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor and Mr Bunten received Ms Pat Micken, President, Sports SA. The Governor...
Published in: Daily Program / 17 Apr 2025Seven Seas Club of Australia Dinner Meeting
Rod and I are delighted to join members and guests of the Seven Seas Club at your annual Flinders’ Night. I have her agreement to say that my Honorary Aide-de-Camp Lieutenant Lauren Altschwager RAN, as a hydrographic surveyor, is also very pleased to be here. Throughout my career, and in my...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Apr 2025Reception for Cystic Fibrosis SA Launch of CF Pathways Mentor Program
Rod and I as joint patrons of Cystic Fibrosis SA warmly welcome you to Government House to launch the new initiative CF Pathways Mentor Program. It is a privilege to do so, as it is a privilege to host at Government House the annual remembrance ceremony where we find peace and solace in the...
Published in: Speeches / 16 Apr 2025Tuesday, 22 April 2025
On Tuesday, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a dinner to farewell Ms Helen Connolly from her role as Commissioner for Children and Young People. Guests were Miss Sania Ali, Miss Charlize Liddle, Ms Erin Hull, Ms Elysia Parker, Miss Hannah Somerville, Ms Loryn Cody, Miss...
Published in: Daily Program / 22 Apr 2025Wednesday, 23 April 2025
On Wednesday morning, at Wingfield, as part of a series of visits to iconic South Australian businesses, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten visited HyDrive Engineering, where they toured the facility and were briefed on operations. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor received Air...
Published in: Daily Program / 23 Apr 2025Reception for VIEW Clubs of Australia 65 year anniversary
Rod and I warmly welcome you to Government House to celebrate VIEW Clubs of Australia’s 65th anniversary and the work of VIEW Clubs in South Australia. As Governor it is my privilege, with Rod, to visit schools across the state and to engage with students from all backgrounds and walks of...
Published in: Speeches / 23 Apr 2025