On Thursday 28 August 2025, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, met with teachers and students from Athelstane Public School as they conducted a tour of Government House. 

Then, the Governor-General, participated in a phone call with Chief Commissioner Mike Bush CNZM, Victoria Police.

Afterwards, the Governor-General, participated in a phone call with Cr Sarah Nicholas, Mayor, Alpine Shire Council.

In the afternoon, the Governor-General, as Patron, hosted a reception for Wattle Day.