Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

On Monday 22 March 2021, Their Excellencies General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) and Mrs Linda Hurley recorded messages for the ANZAC Day address.

Afterwards, the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley hosted a morning tea in recognition of Harmony Week 2021 for Government House staff.

Later, the Governor-General received a call from Councillor David West, Mayor, Mid Coast Council, to discuss the impact of flooding on communities in Seal Rocks, Forster and Taree.

Then, the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley, as guests of Ms Cheryl O'Donnell, Chief Executive Officer, attended the opening of PCYC's Community Service Programs Office.

Afterwards, the Governor-General recorded video messages for the Bravery Awards and an ANZAC Day message for the American Australian Association.

Later, the Governor-General received a call from Councillor Peta Pinson, Mayor, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, to discuss the impact of flooding in Port Macquarie and surrounding regions.

Then, the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley hosted a reception for World Down Syndrome Day and the 10th anniversary of Down Syndrome Australia.