11 August

On Tuesday, in the morning, at Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville, His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC undertook, via telephone, a media interview with Breakfast Presenters, ABC Brisbane, Mr Craig Zonca and Ms Loretta Ryan.

Following, at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs, Corfield, His Excellency toured the museum. 

In the afternoon, at the Waltzing Matilda Centre, Winton, His Excellency received a briefing from Winton Shire Council representatives.

Following, at Winton, His Excellency visited St Patrick’s Catholic School, and the Governor addressed students and guests and read a book.

Following, at Winton, His Excellency toured the Winton Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum.

Following, at Winton Shire Council, Winton, His Excellency received a briefing from Winton Business and Tourism Association representatives.

Following, at Winton Shire Hall, Winton, His Excellency hosted a community afternoon tea, and the Governor addressed guests.

Following, at Winton, His Excellency inspected Arno’s Wall.

Following, at Winton, His Excellency toured the Waltzing Matilda Centre Exhibition Space and Interpretive Display.

Following, at Boulder Opal Motor Inn, Winton, His Excellency received, over a working dinner, Winton Shire Council Mayor, Cr Gavin Baskett, Deputy Mayor, Cr Tina Elliott and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Ricki Bruhn.