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Royal Visit announced with a photo of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Royal Visits, 2024 Royal Visit

Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to visit Australia in October 2024

On 1 July 2024, Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, was sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General
Government

New Governor-General Sam Mostyn sworn in

Vale the Honourable William (Bill) George Hayden AC: 1933 to 2023. From the collection of the National Archives of Australia.
Protocol and international visits

State Funeral for the Hon William (Bill) George Hayden AC

Women's Economic Equality Taskforce final report
Women's Economic Equality Taskforce

The Women’s Economic Equality Taskforce final report to government

Media Release
Government

Review – Port of Darwin lease

Message to all APS staff
Secretary

A message to all APS staff on the referendum

In the foreground a group of six people stand smiling and posing for a photo on top of a rocky cliff. In the background is a valley filled with mountains and trees and a slightly cloudy blue sky.
Careers

Taking a 'Walk on Country'

Prime Minister Albanese welcomes the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi
International policy

Stronger ties and friendship between Australia and India

Vale Dr John Olsen AO OBE 1928-2023
Government

State Memorial for Dr John Olsen AO OBE

Quad Leaders at the 2023 Quad Leaders’ Summit (21 May 2023).
Quad

2023 Quad Leaders' Summit

2023 G7 Summit attendees
International policy

Strengthening Cooperation at the 2023 G7 Summit in Japan

Vale The Honourable Anthony (Tony) Staley AO (1939 - 2023)
Government

State Funeral for the Honourable Anthony (Tony) Staley AO