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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

4 August 2025

Speech at a State Banquet in Singapore

31 July 2025

Governor-General to visit Singapore and Sri Lanka

22 July 2025

Remarks to Senators following the re-election of the President of the Senate

22 July 2025

Remarks to Members of the House of Representatives following the re-election of the Speaker of the House

22 July 2025

Speech at the opening of the 48th Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia

17 July 2025

Speech at the investiture of Dr G Yunupingu AC

16 July 2025

Speech at citizenship ceremony at Nhulunbuy Town Hall

15 July 2025

Speech at the investiture for the late Private Richard Leslie Norden VC

25 June 2025

Speech to the Australian Local Government Association General Assembly at the National Convention Centre

24 June 2025

Speech for the 50th Anniversary of SBS at Admiralty House

13 June 2025

Speech at reception and Artist in Residence performance for 2MBS Fine Music Sydney at Government House

12 June 2025

Speech at the opening of GOTAT | GUTHATH | 時代の潮目 | TIDES exhibition at the Australian National University

8 June 2025

The King's Birthday 2025 Honours List

7 June 2025

Royal Military College - Duntroon - Trooping The King's Colours

5 June 2025

Speech at Bangarra Dance Theatre Illume Pre-show Reception

3 June 2025

Speech at afternoon tea for Professor John Pollaers OAM, Convenor of University Chancellors Council

1 June 2025

Speech at the Bomber Command Commemoration Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial

30 May 2025

Speech for World MS Day Morning Tea at Government House

30 May 2025

Message from His Majesty The King

29 May 2025

Speech at the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal Launch