Media and Speeches

The Governor-General speaks at the majority of the events that they attend and a selection of speeches is published below. This is not a representation of all of the Governor-General’s speeches or remarks. To get a more holistic sense of the Governor-General’s program, you can view a daily program here or follow the Governor-General on Facebook or Instagram

16 April 2026

Autumn Investitures

13 April 2026

Australian Bravery Decorations - Bondi Junction 2024 - Honours List Announcement

12 April 2026

Annual Tobruk Sunday Service – The Rats of Tobruk Association

11 April 2026

Bendigo Legacy Club Centenary Celebration

10 April 2026

A Message to the People of the Northern Territory from His Majesty The King

8 April 2026

Girl Guides Awards Ceremony

8 April 2026

100th Anniversary of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

7 April 2026

Florence Nightingale Medal Ceremony

25 March 2026

Reception for National Schools Constitutional Convention

23 March 2026

Reception for WWF

15 March 2026

State Dinner in honour of Their Majesties The King and Queen of Denmark

14 March 2026

Army 125th Birthday, Royal Military College

10 March 2026

Opening of the NSW Law Term and Rededication of the Great Synagogue

10 March 2026

Commonwealth Day Celebration Dinner

9 March 2026

Commonwealth Day Multifaith Celebration

6 March 2026

International Women's Day Reception for Patronages

4 March 2026

50th Anniversary of the Signing of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Co-operation between Japan and Australia

1 March 2026

Navy 125th Birthday at the Australian War Memorial

20 February 2026

Launch of the National Primary Prevention Framework

1 February 2026

Reception for AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026