Correspondence

The office of Governor is currently vacant, following the conclusion of the term of the Honourable Frances Adamson AC at 4.59 pm on 6 October 2026.

Mr Grant Stevens APM will be sworn in as the 37th Governor of South Australia on 9 December 2026.

Further information about the Governor-designate and the swearing-in ceremony will be provided as arrangements are confirmed.

In the interim, the constitutional and official functions of the Governor are exercised by the Administrator of the State.

Invitations

Invitations  for the incoming Governor will be considered after the swearing-in.

Other correspondence

Other correspondence will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, having regard to the Governor’s constitutional role and responsibilities.

In South Australia’s system of parliamentary democracy, matters of government policy are determined by the elected government of the day.

Matters relating to policing and law enforcement are the responsibility of South Australia Police, relevant agencies such as the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), and the courts.

The Governor has no legal authority to intervene in disputes between individuals and the Government, government departments or agencies, or in matters relating to visas or passports.

Correspondence relating to these matters, including current issues concerning MotoGP and the redevelopment of the parklands, will be noted but will not receive a further response from Government House.

Those wishing to raise concerns about these matters may wish to contact the relevant South Australian Government minister or their local Member of Parliament.

Campaign emails and flyers will be noted but will not receive a response.

Mail and deliveries

For security reasons, the Governor’s Establishment is unable to accept mail or packages delivered by any means other than a postal delivery service or a registered courier.

All correspondence should be addressed to:

C/- Government House
GPO Box 2373
ADELAIDE SA 5000

Email: [email protected]

Dr Richard Harris SC OAM
Government House

Letters should commence with: "Dear Dr Harris"

Official Secretary: Mr Hugh Borrowman LVO 

Executive Assistant to the Official Secretary: Ms Jo Popa

Aide to the Governor: Ms Bronwyn Jolly LVO

Corporate Manager: Mr Peter Pannach

All Media Enquiries to: Ms Raquel Mustillo