January 26, 2023 By James Pratt Congratulations to the Governor for his appointment as a Companion of the Order of Australia His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson APM, Governor of Western Australia, and former WA Police Commissioner has been appointed a Companion of the Order of… Read More
January 25, 2023 By Adam Brouwer Western Australians recognised in the Australia Day 2023 Honours List In recognition of their exceptional service or achievement in our community, the 2023 Australia Day Honours List features 76 Western Australian award winners. The Governor-General… Read More
December 23, 2022 By Carole Kerr Christmas and New Year Opening Hours Wishing all Western Australians a very happy Christmas and a healthy and safe New Year from everyone at Government House. The Governor’s Establishment will be… 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 11, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Noongar Seasons at Government House – Welcome to Kambarang Welcome to Kambarang the ‘season of birth’, also known as the ‘second spring’ on the six season Noongar calendar. Kambarang is a transformational time of… Read More
September 12, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn The Queen’s Bombay Mix Recipe Our beloved Queen was a notable fan of Bombay mix - a snack mix (namkeen) that consists of a variable mixture of spicy dried ingredients.… Read More
September 11, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Proclamation of the King Whereas because of the death of our blessed and glorious Queen Elizabeth the Second, the Crown has solely and rightfully come to Prince Charles Philip… Read More
September 9, 2022 By Amelia O'Sullivan Statement to the media by Governor Dawson on the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II at Government House Message from His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson APM, Governor of Western Australia Media statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Friday 9… Read More
September 9, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn What is the Governor’s role after the death of the ruling monarch? After the death of the ruling monarch, the Governor is still the representative of the Royal Family in Western Australia. As such, there are several… Read More
September 9, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn How Government House mourns the passing of the Queen, and how the public can get involved. Government House will be under “court” mourning from the 9th of September to the 19th of September. During this time all events, functions, visits and… Read More
August 29, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field Days: Governor Chris Dawson’s promise to regional WA Originally published in 'Countryman'. View the article here. WA’s newly-minted Governor Chris Dawson has pledged to represent regional people as much as city-dwellers while paying… Read More
August 17, 2022 By Adele Hollywood Courage and selflessness – Bravery Decorations for three West Australians The Governor-General has announced 22 Australian Bravery Decorations to recognise the courageous acts of 26 people. Among them, three recipients are from Western Australia (see below).… Read More
August 9, 2022 By Ashayla Dawn Congratulations to our West Australian Commonwealth Games Athletes As the 2022 Commonwealth Games officially close, the Governor and Government House would like to congratulate those who represented WA in fierce competition. Aleisha Power… Read More
