Government House News
Government House news is published here to keep you up to date on activities relating to Government House Tasmania.
Access to Government House August-September 2025
Visitors to Government House may notice some changes to access from mid August until the end of September due to roadworks related to the Selfs Point Sewer Transformation Project.
The southern end of Lower Domain Road will be closed between Carriage Drive and Government House as TasWater installs a section of sewer pipeline as part of this upgrade.
Reappointment of Premier Jeremy Rockliff
Following the return of the writs for the July 2025 House of Assembly election, Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, received the Premier, the Honourable Jeremy Rockliff MP, at Government House on Wednesday 6 August 2025.
Vice-Regal Visit to the Huon Valley
On Friday 1 August 2025, Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, was pleased to make an official visit to the Huon Valley. Joined by her husband, Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO, Her Excellency visited several towns and met many members of the community.
Government House Roof Works
An important piece of Tasmania’s heritage is being preserved for the future, with initial works to update Government House’s historic roof recently completed. Read more about the craftsmanship and planning involved in these works.
Winter Series of Horticultural Lectures 2025
Join us at Government House for the 2025 Winter Series of Horticultural Lectures. This year’s programme will once again bring together keen gardeners and professional horticulturalists to be inspired by presenters delving into a range of fascinating topics.
Vice-Regal Visit to Kentish
On Wednesday 30 April 2025, Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, made an official visit to the Kentish municipality in Tasmania’s north-west. She visited schools, businesses and local attractions and met many members of the community.
His Majesty the King's Message to Australian Veterans of World War II
On Anzac Day 2025, His Majesty King Charles III has released a message to Australian veterans of the Second World War in the 80th anniversary year of the war's end.
Join our State Rooms Tour: 3 April 2025
Government House
A guided tour of the Government House State Rooms will allow you to experience the grandeur of this Victorian country house constructed in neo-Gothic style. Fine silverware, crystal chandeliers, heritage European and early colonial and imported furniture and amazing art works are just some of the attractions of this tour.
Vice-Regal Visit to the Central Highlands
Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, was pleased to make an official visit to the municipality of the Central Highlands on Friday 28 March 2025.
Joined by her husband, Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers AO, Her Excellency visited schools and local attractions and met many members of the community.
Lunch on the Lawns - Friday 21 March 2025
Government House
Join us for the final Lunch on the Lawns this season and spend an afternoon in the beautiful Government House gardens on Friday 21 March from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Pack a picnic, find a shady spot and enjoy music from the Australian Army Band Tasmania. Entry is free and all are welcome!
This initiative is part of the Governor’s important community engagement role, making Government House and its gardens more accessible to the public.
