October 28, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Rhodes Scholarship The Governor Chaired the selection interview process for the 2023 Rhodes Scholarships. The Selection Committee convened early in the morning in order to interview seven… Read More
October 28, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn 2023 Western Australian Rhodes Scholar After a rigorous application process and grilling interviews, the 2023 Western Australian Rhodes Scholar was announced. 23-year-old Riley Faulds was stunned when his name was… Read More
October 26, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn The Rose Society of Western Australia Inc The first roses of the season are always the largest. Yesterday, true rose enthusiasts took the opportunity to explore our collection in the Government House… Read More
October 26, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Merħba, Malta! The Governor welcomed His Excellency Mr Mario Farrugia Borg, High Commissioner for Malta and Joe Calleja BA BSW GAICD, Malta Honorary Consul Western Australia, to… Read More
October 23, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn 50th Anniversary Periscope Memorial The Governor joined Captain Gary Lawton RAN, Commanding Officer HMAS Stirling, Commander Bradley Francis, Commander Australian Submarine Force, Commander Jeremiah Shumway, Deputy for Submarine Operations,… Read More
October 21, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Doing it for the kids with Friends of Ngala, and an Ambassador’s call The Governor and Mrs Dawson attended Ngala's key annual fundraising event - the Friends of Ngala Luncheon. Ngala offers a range of community programs that… Read More
October 19, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Zdravo, Wanjoo and G’day – meeting with Serbia, Danjoo Koorliny and Perth Festival Zdravo to Serbia The Governor welcomed His Excellency Mr Rade Stefanovic, Ambassador of Serbia, on his first official visit to Western Australia. The Ambassador was… Read More
October 18, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Meeting with the Executive Council The Governor welcomed the Honourable Alannah Joan Geraldine MacTiernan MLC BA, LLB, BJuris, JP Minister for Regional Development; Agriculture and Food; Hydrogen Industry and the Honourable… Read More
October 17, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Anti-Poverty Week The Governor and Mrs Dawson, alongside Members of the Legislative Council, Members of the Legislative Assembly, The Honourable Dr Anne Aly MP, Federal Minister for… Read More
October 15, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Boats and a Ball The Governor and Mrs Dawson joined many guests at the Ritz-Carlton in honour of the annual WIRF Gala. The Women and Infants Research Foundation Gala 2022… Read More
October 14, 2022 By Libby Collett The Power of One – Governor Reflects on the Value of Education Today the Governor joined a long and distinguished list of alumni to deliver the Perth Modernian Oration for 2022, and his remarks signposted his future… Read More
October 13, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Security, Defence and Community Involvement Chief of Defence The Governor welcomed General Angus John Campbell, AO, DSC, Chief of the Defence Force to Government House. Ambassador Kennedy The Governor and… Read More
October 12, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn The Order of Australia and Welcoming France The Order of Australia Members of the Order of Australia Association WA Branch visited Government House for a light morning tea. The Governor and Mrs… Read More
October 12, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn 20 Years Since the Bali Bombings This morning, the Governor and Mrs Dawson, along with the Honourable Mark McGowan MLA Premier of Western Australia, and Mrs Listiana Operananta Consul General of… Read More
October 11, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn The Governor’s School STEM Awards Today, students and representatives of faculty from Ashdale Secondary College attended a small event and tour of Government House to celebrate their achieving a Governor’s… Read More