May 26, 2023 By James Pratt National Sorry Day Message from His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM, Governor of Western Australia I wish to acknowledge the traditional owners of the boodja (land)… Read More
May 25, 2023 By James Pratt National Reconciliation Week and the Ambassador to the European Union A call from the European Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Mr Gabriele VisentinHis Excellency Gabrielle Visentin is making his first visit to Western Australia since… Read More
May 23, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan Out and about in Kununurra On their final day in the region, the Governor and Mrs Dawson spent the day visiting community services in Kununurra. East Kimberley College The morning… Read More
May 22, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan A visit to Kalumburu and Corroboree in Kununurra Kalumburu is the most remote permanent settlement in Western Australia and is located on the King Edward River, 550 kilometres from Kununurra.The Governor and Mrs… Read More
May 21, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan The Ord River Scheme, Community Kitchen and Art in the Park The Governor and Mrs Dawson started the day on a guided tour and briefing on the Ord River Scheme. Led by Ms Jo-Anne Ellis and… Read More
May 20, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan Day one in the East Kimberley On their first official visit to the East Kimberley, the Governor and Mrs Dawson will visit Kununurra and Kalumburu, coinciding with the 2023 Ord Valley… Read More
May 18, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Celebrating the achievements of our volunteers It was a night to celebrate the work of our volunteers, as the Governor and Mrs Dawson attended Volunteering WA’s - 2023 WA Volunteer of… Read More
May 18, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Launch of the Salvos Red Shield Appeal As Patron of the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, the Governor, together with Mrs Dawson have worked alongside the Salvos, a crucial community organisation for… Read More
May 17, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Innovation at Onetide, Foodbank update and Swearing In a judge of the Court of Appeal WA innovation at OnetideA visit to Bibra Lakes based company Onetide saw the Governor tour their workshop and gain an understanding of their capabilities.Director of… Read More
May 16, 2023 By Adam Brouwer EXCO, swearing in an Acting Master of the Supreme Court, and celebrating JPs Meeting of Executive CouncilThe morning kicked off for the Governor with a meeting with Minister for Education; Aboriginal Affairs; Citizenship and Multicultural Interests the Hon… Read More
May 15, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Receiving an update on the new Aboriginal Cultural Centre Project (ACCP) Key representatives from the Aboriginal Cultural Centre Project (ACCP), Jodie Hanns MLA – Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, Chair of the ACCP Steering Committee, Kate… Read More
May 14, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Government House goes yellow for National Road Safety Week Government House went yellow for the Australia-wide launch of National Road Safety Week. In the 10th year of the campaign, Western Australia this year hosts… Read More
May 12, 2023 By Amelia O'Sullivan Swearing in District Court Judges and ex-POW Commemorative Service Swearing in of District Court JudgesMs Laura Christian SC and Magistrate Wendy Hughes were today sworn in as judges of the District Court of Western… Read More
May 11, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Discussing the AUKUS Agreement, Italian relations and commemorating the Battle of Crete Receiving an Royal Australian Navy updateBack home after attending the Coronation of Their Majesties in London last week, the Governor started the day meeting with… Read More
May 10, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Swearing In Supreme Court Judges Lieutenant Governor, the Hon Chief Justice Peter Quinlan had the honour of swearing in Judge Natalie Whitby and Judge Stephen Lemonis as Judges of the… Read More
