Her Excellency and Mr Bunten welcome the public to enjoy the grounds of Government House on the first Friday of each month from September to May. Free of charge and no booking required!
This year marks a significant milestone in the history of Australia’s recognition of exceptional individuals—50 years of the Australian Honours and Awards system. We invite you to reflect and share your memories! Tell us about your thoughts and experiences with the Australian Honours System.
The next Government House Open Day will be held on Sunday, 12 October, from 10am to 2pm, in conjunction with the South Australia’s Nature Festival.
Thursday, 18 September 2025
On Thursday morning, Her Excellency the Governor presided over a meeting of the Executive Council. Afterwards, at Government House, the Governor hosted a ceremony to invest recipients of Australian honours and Meritorious Service Awards announced...
Wednesday,. 17 September 2025
On Wednesday morning, and again in the afternoon, at Government House, Her Excellency the Governor hosted a ceremony to invest recipients of Australian honours announced in the King’s Birthday Honours list of 9 June 2025 with the insignia of their...
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
On Tuesday morning, at Government House, Her Excellency the hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. Afterwards, the Governor hosted a luncheon for official guests attending the ceremony. At luncheon were Dr Richard Harris SC OAM,...
Monday, 15 September 2025
On Monday morning, Her Excellency the Governor and Mr Bunten hosted investiture ceremonies for Australian Honours. In the afternoon, the Governor received Ms Elizabeth Ho OAM, Chair, Migration Museum Foundation. The Governor is patron of the...