SS Lake Illawarra Memorial Service

In the afternoon at the Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania, Lindisfarne, the Governor of Tasmania, the Honourable Barbara Baker, accompanied by Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers, delivered an address at a memorial service to mark the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the ship, SS Lake Illawarra, and the partial collapse of the Tasman Bridge. Later, the Governor participated in a wreath laying ceremony on board ML Egeria.

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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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