Day 2: Investiture Ceremony of Queen’s Honours 2022

Ambassador of Zimbabwe

The Governor meets with the Ambassador of Zimbabwe.

The Governor welcomed His Excellency Mr Joe Mhishi, Ambassador of Zimbabwe and Ms Victoria Chipoka, Head of Chancery, to Government House this morning. The Ambassador had recently attended the Africa Down Under Conference in Perth.

Discussions centred upon the Ambassador’s priorities for his term in office and the interest of his country in Western Australia. In particular, he mentioned the opportunity for Zimbabwean students to study in WA.

Both Zimbabwe and Western Australia boast strong agricultural and mining sectors, and it is hoped this may give rise to mutually beneficial cooperation in the future.

Investiture Ceremony

Friends and family of recipients witnessed their loved one’s investiture into the Australian Honours and Awards System.

On the second day of the 2022 Queen’s Birthday Investiture Ceremonies – recognising the outstanding work of Australians in their community or field with Australian Honours and Awards, the Governor presented appointees of the AO, AM, OAM (M), Conspicuous Awards (Military) and Meritorious and Bravery Awards.

Remarkable stories of bravery were shared, as well as those stories of those who went above and beyond the call of duty.

Friends, family and recipients gathered in the Supper Room after the ceremony.

The Governor acknowledged recipients in his address, stating;

“To our recipients – on behalf of all Australians – thank you for your work and your deeds. They enrich our lives and set important examples. It is a privilege to invest you with your Awards today. I hope that you will wear your insignia with pride and that it might start a conversation about how others can be recognised.”

A full list of recipients can be viewed here.

An Australian citizen can be nominated for an honour by any individual, a community organisation, a professional body, or a similar group. We encourage you to nominate anyone you feel worthy of recognition.

View the full ceremony here.

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