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Government House Tours & Events

Tours and Open Days

Visit our 'Upcoming public events' page to keep up to date with our latest program of community offerings.The Ballroom is available for local artists and arts organisations… Read More

Venue Enquiries

Government House is pleased to host functions in the House and Gardens as part of the official hospitality program.All requests to use Government House and… Read More

woman stands in garden with flowers in her hand

Wedding Photography

Perth brides, look no further. Government House Western Australia is available for your picture-perfect wedding photographs. Wedding photographs can be taken in the Government House… Read More

Open Days

Each year, Government House hosts Open Day events attracting thousands of people from our community to explore Government House and its grounds. Open Days are… Read More

Upcoming public events

Discover a range of community events in the Ballroom and Gardens, including the Government House Foundation’s Music on the Terrace concerts.

Members of the Fremantle Chamber Orchestra on stage at the Government House Ballroom

Upcoming Concert: Fremantle Chamber Orchestra

‘Life on Land’s Edge’ 28 January 2023

Community Access – Yoga in the Gardens Every Wednesday

Community access

Information about the Ballroom Access Initiative for Artists and Creative Industries, Lunchtimes in the Grounds opening hours, House Tours and Open Days.

Wedding photography

Wedding photographs can be taken in the Government House Gardens by prior arrangement.

Event enquiries

Government House Gardens are available to book for eligible organisations within the community.

Governor’s Priorities

The Governor’s priorities are to work for the betterment of the State of Western Australia and all members of its communities through engagement, support and advocacy.

Regional Visit Program

“Our strength is our people. Their creativity, hard work, community sense, education, endeavour and perseverance all go to making up who we are as Western Australians.
I am looking forward to visiting different regions of the State and seeing what makes us tick. I know that in part it is our capacity for fun and kindness as well as hard work.”
With these words the Governor signaled his intention to spend time getting to know and appreciate the work of regional communities.

Patronage

Vice Regal Patronage provides organisations with the name and prestige of the Vice Regal office. The granting of Vice Regal Patronage is determined according to certain criteria.

Lieutenant Governor

The Lieutenant Governor serves as deputy to the Governor of Western Australia and fulfills the functions of the Governor’s role in the Governor’s absence.

Invitations

Invitations for the Governor to attend functions must be in writing, signed by the most senior member of the organisation and should be addressed to the Official Secretary.

Protocol Guidelines

There are certain procedures which are normally observed on Vice-Regal occasions. Government House has prepared a guide for those hosting events at which the Governor is present.