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Christmas Lights meet contemporary Queensland art
Despite the inclement weather, thousands have flocked to Fernberg Estate to enjoy the annual Christmas Lights display. For those who do, there's an added artistic treat in store.
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Governor grants Assent to a Bill
The Governor today received the Clerk of the Queensland Parliament, Mr Neil Laurie, for the presentation of the Making Queensland Safer Bill 2024, to which she granted Assent.
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Bringing joy to kids who otherwise might miss out
Government House has welcomed young patients and their families supported by the Children's Hospital Foundation for a special viewing of the community Christmas lights display.
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Christmas arrives at Government House
The tree is decorated, the halls are decked, and the historic Fernberg Estate has been transformed into its annual magical light show.
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Royal Assent granted to Olympic and Paralympic Bill
The Governor has granted Royal Assent to the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games Arrangements and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024.
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Governor attends the Opening of Parliament
The Governor has attended the Opening of the 58th Queensland Parliament, signifying the beginning of a new parliamentary term.
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Presentation of the Speaker takes place
The newly elected Speaker, the Honourable Patrick (Pat) Weir MP, was formally presented to the Governor in a ceremony known as the "Royal Approbation”.
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Governor prepares for role in Opening of Parliament
The Governor attended a run-through of the formal ceremony that marks the Opening of Parliament, elements of which have remained the same since the mid-1800s and link to traditional Westminster practices that date back centuries.
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Celebrating 150 years of bravery
Government House played host to a special gathering to mark the sesquicentenary of The Royal Humane Society of Australasia — complete with a cake made in-house by our talented chefs.
