Royal Hobart Show 2023

In the morning at the Hobart Regatta Grounds, the Governor of Tasmania, the Honourable Barbara Baker, accompanied by Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers, delivered an address to officially open the 2023 Royal Hobart Show on behalf of the Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania.  In the afternoon at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, the Governor, accompanied by Professor Chalmers, delivered an address and presented awards at the 2023 Royal Hobart Show President’s Luncheon.

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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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