Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

On Wednesday 31 July 2024, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC met with students and teachers from St. Mary Mackillop College, Western Australia, as they undertook a school tour of Government House.  

Then, the Governor-General received Ms Nina Davidson, Acting Director-General, Office of National Intelligence.

Afterwards, the Governor-General met with students and teachers from Rosary Park Catholic College, Branxton, New South Wales, as they undertook a school tour of Government House.  

In the afternoon, the Governor-General received members of the Wattle Day Association, including Dr Suzette Searle, President; Mr Greg Blood, Mr Denis Brown, and Ms Teah Searle.

Then, the Governor-General received representatives of SBS Australia, including Mr James Taylor, Managing Director; Mr Mohammad Al-Khafaji, Head of Strategic Partnerships, and Ms Clare O’Neil, Director of Corporate Affairs.

In the evening, the Governor-General hosted a dinner for Ms Wendy McCarthy AO and Ms Elsa Atkin.