Victoria's next governor, Monash University vice-chancellor Margaret Gardner AC, says while she is a republican she does not believe her views will pose any obstacle to her in her new role.
Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Monday that Professor Gardner would succeed outgoing governor Linda Dessau in the role from early August.
"An eminent Victorian, someone who has served higher education, learning, knowledge and, can I say, the advancement of women so, so well over a long and distinguished career," Mr Andrews said.
