Fernberg Quarterly A QUARTERLY UPDATE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
ISSUE 2, JULY 2015
IN THIS ISSUE 12 month anniversary
Enhancing access to Fernberg
Shows highlight State’s rural identity The Governor’s ceremonial role
Anniversary address livestreamed His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC was sworn in as Queensland’s 26th Governor on Wednesday, 29 July 2014. Tonight, His Excellency will deliver an address reflecting on these first 12 months, including placing on the record the Governor’s involvement which led to the transition of government following this year’s State election.
View a timeline of the first 12 months on pages 4-7
During the first year, the Governor has fulfilled a number of constitutional, ceremonial and community duties, including visiting regional Queensland 39 times, presiding over 43 Executive Council meetings, delivering 177 speeches, presenting 265 worthy Queenslanders with honours and awards at 13 investiture ceremonies, having 745 Tweets sent from the official @QldGovernor Twitter account, and inviting more than 16,600 people guests visit Fernberg including for Open Days, receptions and ceremonies.
FERNBERG QUARTERLY • ISSUE 2, JULY 2015