Government House News
Best Wishes for the Festive Season
Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable festive season.
“The festive season is a time of giving, receiving, and spending time with family and loved ones,” Her Excellency said.
“It is also a time to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in peace.
Lunch on the Lawns - Friday 19 December 2025
Government House
With Christmas just around the corner, you are invited to join us at Government House for an extra-festive Lunch on the Lawns on Friday 19 December from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
A Message from His Majesty the King
His Majesty The King has shared the below message to the people of Australia following the attack at Bondi Beach.
A Message from Her Excellency the Governor
Tasmanians join with the rest of our nation in mourning following the tragic events that took place in Bondi on Sunday 14 December 2025.
At this distressing time, our thoughts are with the Jewish community who were celebrating the first night of Hanukkah.
Vice-Regal Visit to Dorset
On 5 December Her Excellency travelled to North-East Tasmania to undertake an official visit to the Dorset municipality. Accompanied by Professor Chalmers, Her Excellency visited schools, businesses and community facilities in Scottsdale, Branxholm, Bridport and Derby.
Bicentenary of the Executive Council
Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, has marked a significant milestone in Tasmania’s constitutional history, the bicentenary of the State’s Executive Council, with a special event at Government House.
Vice-Regal Visit to King Island
On 20 November 2025 Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, was pleased to undertake an official visit to King Island. She travelled around the island to visit local sites and meet residents of all ages.
Lunch on the Lawns - Friday 14 November 2025
Government House
Spring is here and the Government House gardens are in full bloom, so we hope you can join us for the next Lunch on the Lawns on Friday 14 November from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Pack a picnic and spend a Friday afternoon enjoying the beauty of the gardens, while enjoying music from the Royal Australian Navy Band.
Lunch on the Lawns - Friday 31 October 2025
Government House
The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer and Lunch on the Lawns is back at Government House! Everyone is invited to bring a picnic and join us on Friday 31 October from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Vice-Regal Visit to Circular Head
On Friday 24 October 2025 Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, was pleased to make an official visit to Circular Head where she visited several local attractions and facilities and met many members of the community.
