Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia

In the evening, the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley, and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley arrived at Government House to stay.

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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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