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Australia appoints second woman governor-general in 123 years to represent British monarch

Australia has appointed Sam Mostyn as only its second woman governor-general, a largely ceremonial role representing the British monarch as the nation’s head of state

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Thank you for your service, Mr and Mrs Hurley

He has always been about looking forward, being resilient.

The Canberra Times

MPs back in boost to governor-general's salary

The House of Representatives has paved the way for the new governor-general to receive a 43 per cent rise in salary, prompting anger from the Greens.

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Anger as pay soars to $709,000 for new governor-general

Sam Mostyn will get a salary more than 40 per cent higher than that of her predecessor when she becomes the next Australian governor-general.

AAP

Labor ex leaders take top honours for King's Birthday

Two controversial premiers, sporting heroes and the incoming governor-general feature in the King's Birthday 2024 Honours List.

AAP

Canberra home builder admits to assaulting 8-month-pregnant wife

'If you and that little c--- inside you can't see I'm the boss.'

The Canberra Times

‘We need to stand together’: Bondi reels from ‘incomprehensible act of cruelty and violence’

Sydneysiders travel from near and far to offer condolences and support for a community devastated by mass stabbing attack

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Scouts start to arrive in Canberra this weekend for a once-in-a-life camp at Government House

There will be 1400 scouts camping on the picturesque grounds.

The Canberra Times

Albanese announces Samantha Mostyn as Australia’s new governor-general

The Order of Australia recipient will be sworn in as governor-general in July, taking over from David Hurley.

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Government House Open Day time for a fond farewell to Mr and Mrs Hurley

The open day is Saturday, March 16.

The Canberra Times

Thailand and Australia to consider visa waivers

Thailand and Australia have agreed to consider the possibility of introducing a mutual visa exemption scheme for travel and business activity between the people of both nations.

Bangkok Post

'Proud moment': Wanniassa's Joby joins the family in becoming an Aussie

He's joined the rest of his family in become Australian

The Canberra Times

Unity in focus as Australians mark their national day

Australians have been urged to reflect on the things that unite us as millions of people celebrate, commemorate and protest Australia Day 2024.

AAP

List pays tribute to service, dedication and hard work

More than 700 Australians have been named in the Australia Day 2024 Honours List, with women tipping the gender scales.

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Belgian royal holds spotlight on human rights in trade

Princess Astrid of Belgium has continued her visit to Australia, part of her nation's first economic mission here in more than 10 years.

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Belgian royal leads trade mission after stalled EU deal

Princess Astrid of Belgium has met Governor-General David Hurley in Sydney at the start of a week-long trade mission to Australia.

AAP

'Disturbing' disability report to finally be laid bare

A long-awaited final report by the disability royal commission will make for "disturbing reading", a senior government minister has warned.

The Canberra Times

National Wattle Day heralds in spring

It is not only the first day of spring, but also National Wattle Day.

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'I'm so happy': Plenty of joy as 10 people with intellectual disabilities move into their own home

Project Independence finally opened in Phillip after delays caused by COVID, supply issues - and even the theft of all the homes' dishwashers.

The Canberra Times

Stirring torch relay in Canberra marks 100 years of Legacy Australia

Navy veteran Merle Hare, 103, earned a big cheer as she took off.

Marie Claire

What is Life Like for Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis at Balmoral?

The kids are reportedly headed out to join grandfather King Charles there within the coming days.

GoodToKnow

Prince Louis’ heartbreaking question following death of great-grandma the Queen

The Royal Family are currently spending their first Summer at Balmoral without the matriarch

The Canberra Times

Governor-General helps Radio 1RPH celebrate 40 years

It's a much-loved community service.

The Guardian - AU

Governor general planned to tell Queen about controversial charity awarded $18m grant under Coalition

Documents reveal new details about David Hurley’s support for the Australian Future Leaders Foundation, which won funding under Scott Morrison’s government

Newcastle Herald

The Hunter heroes whose contributions keep the community ticking

Local legends keep the community ticking, and the Newcastle Herald has profiled the Hunter heroes who have made the 2023 King's Birthday Honours List.

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