On Thursday 6 August 2026, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, presided over a meeting of the Federal Executive Council with the Honourable Jason Clare MP and the Honourable Dr Andrew Charlton MP at Admiralty House, Sydney.

Then, the Governor-General recorded video messages for: the Australian Football League Women’s season opening; Catholic Social Services Australia; 70th Anniversary Gala Dinner; Reopening of University House and the Australian National University’s 80th Birthday; 2026 Bingham Cup and Amanda Mark Cup for International Gay Rugby; Australian Local Government Women’s Association National Conference; Charlie Robery’s Kings Scout Award; 200th Year of Business Australia; and Book Council.

Afterwards, the Governor-General, received Mr Aftab Malik, Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia.

In the afternoon, the Governor-General, hosted meal preparations for the Rev Bill Crews Foundation with staff and volunteers at Admiralty House, Sydney.

In the evening, the Governor-General, attended The Rev Bill Crews Foundation Food Van Service in Woolloomooloo, Sydney.