A constitutional, civic and ceremonial leader
His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC is Queensland’s 28th Governor and represents His Majesty King Charles III, Queensland’s Head of State.
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Monday 9
Nov 2026
On Monday, in the morning, at Government House, His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC and Dr Matthew Yoong received Director-General, Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Mr Damien Walker.
Sunday 8
Nov 2026
On Sunday, in the afternoon, at the Brisbane Synagogue, Brisbane City, His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC attended the Queensland Jewish community commemoration of ‘Kristallnacht’.
Saturday 7
Nov 2026
On Saturday, in the evening, at Royal International Convention Centre, Bowen Hills, His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC attended the 2026 Legacy Brisbane Gala Dinner, and the Governor addressed guests.
Thursday 5
Nov 2026
On Thursday, in the morning, at Government House, His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC received Premier of Queensland and Minister for Veterans, the Honourable David Crisafulli MP.
Wednesday 4
Nov 2026
On Wednesday, in the morning, at Government House, His Excellency the Honourable Thomas Bradley KC received Electoral Commissioner of Queensland, Mr Patrick Vidgen PSM.
The history of Fernberg
‘Fernberg’ was one of the first houses built in Brisbane’s Paddington area, by merchant Johann Heussler in 1865. Since 1910, the estate has been the home and workplace of Queensland Governors. As a heritage-listed, State-owned residence surrounded by 14 hectares of Estate, it is an important Queensland landmark steeped in historical, cultural and environmental significance.
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