Friends of the Orphan Schools

Later at the St John’s Park Precinct, New Town, the Governor, accompanied by Professor Chalmers, delivered an address to officially open the Friends of the Orphan Schools Open Day and Descendants’ Gathering and also launch the book, ‘Hidden Histories of the Orphan Schools’.

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Government House Family Day

Government House
Join us in the Government House Gardens for a day of family-friendly activities and entertainment during the Royal Hobart Regatta long weekend. Gates will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Sunday 8 February 2026 - free entry, all welcome!
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Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

In the afternoon at Government House, the Governor of Tasmania, the Honourable Barbara Baker, received Australia’s Ambassador for Gender Equality, the Honourable Michelle O’Byrne.

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