March 26, 2024 By James Pratt Australian Bravery Decorations 2024 The Governor joins with the Governor-General of Australia in commending the actions of 5 outstanding and courageous Western Australians, announced in the Australian Bravery Decorations… Read More
March 23, 2024 By James Pratt A statement from the Governor Statement from the Governor of Western Australia His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM My wife Darrilyn and I extend our heartfelt best wishes… Read More
March 19, 2024 By Adam Brouwer Helping the RSL WA Poppy Ladies The RSL WA Poppy Ladies create striking art installations to honour those who lost their lives or suffered while serving in wars, conflicts and peace… Read More
March 11, 2024 By James Pratt A Message from His Majesty The King on Commonwealth Day Today is Commonwealth Day, and 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the modern Commonwealth. The theme for Commonwealth Day 2024, and the forthcoming Commonwealth Heads… Read More
March 8, 2024 By James Pratt March tours of Government House Visitors from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, and the Rockingham Autumn Centre enjoyed a guided tour of Government House. The tour takes in… Read More
February 13, 2024 By Adam Brouwer Supporting RAAFA to end veteran homelessness The late Sergeant Andrew Russell was a man that wanted to make a difference to the lives of the local people he met while on… Read More
February 13, 2024 By James Pratt Deep Dive with Doctor Dean You won’t believe what Dr Dulana Herath (Dean) discovered when he surveyed the lake at Government House!Spoiler alert: it isn't the world's largest Goldfish.Stay tuned… Read More
February 6, 2024 By Adam Brouwer A statement from the Governor Statement from the Governor of Western Australia His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APMTogether with Mrs Dawson, my thoughts and prayers are with His… Read More
February 1, 2024 By Adam Brouwer Consular Corps Tour Government House Twenty four officials from the Consular Corps, including Consuls General, Consuls and Honourary Consuls toured Government House. After being welcomed by the Governor in the Supper… Read More
January 26, 2024 By James Pratt 86 Western Australians recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours List In recognition of their exceptional service or achievement in our community, the 2024 Australia Day Honours List features 86 Western Australian award recipients. The Governor-General… Read More
December 1, 2023 By James Pratt 2023 Law Enforcement Torch Run Sunday, December 3 is International Day of People with Disability, recognising the importance of access and inclusion and celebrating the valuable contributions people with disability… Read More
November 11, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan A message of reflection on Remembrance Day Like many Australians, I have personal connections to this national day of remembering, with members of my family having landed on the shores of ANZAC… Read More
November 7, 2023 By Carole Kerr Robots, Space and Motorsports make for a big day out at Curtin University. It was a jam-packed morning for our Governor’s Sparks of the Future who wrapped up their 2023 excursions with a visit to Curtin University.The Sparks… Read More
November 2, 2023 By James Pratt November House Tours Visitors from the Glyde-In Community Learning Centre and Red Hatters WA enjoyed a guided tour of Government House.The tour takes in the Ballroom, Foyer, Drawing… Read More
October 30, 2023 By James Pratt 3 Cheers for Open Days Volunteers! During the weekend we hosted over 4,000 visitors to the House and Gardens. The overwhelming feedback from the community was very positive, many of whom… Read More