Sam Mostyn
Sam Mostyn is the current Governor-General of Australia, taking office in July 2023. A lawyer, business executive, and social justice advocate, Mostyn has been a prominent figure in promoting women's rights and equality in various sectors, including sports. Her refreshing perspective and commitment to modern governance exemplify her dedication to serving the Australian community.
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Sam Mostyn, the Governor-General, led the dignitaries at the memorial service for James Valentine.
A room full of love at the Town Hall memorial service for James Valentine
Australia· 2026-05-29
Sam Mostyn AC is the governor-general of the Commonwealth of Australia.
Coopération bilatérale: l’ambassadrice Bibata Nebié présente ses lettres de créance au gouverneur général du Commonwealth d’Australie
Burkina Faso· 2026-02-25
Governor-General Sam Mostyn spoke of Australia as a place where absolutely everybody belongs.
Pauline Hanson could become our Nigel Farage or our Donald Trump. She could also flame outAustralia· 2026-02-20
Albanese described Herzog as the equivalent of Governor-General Sam Mostyn.
Albanese demands explanation from NSW police after chaotic scenesAustralia· 2026-02-13
Sam Mostyn met with Isaac Herzog at Government House during his visit to Australia.
Australia condemns Israeli settlements as Herzog arrives in CanberraAustralia· 2026-02-11
Herzog would meet with the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, the governor general, Sam Mostyn, 'as well as with leaders from across the political spectrum'.
Isaac Herzog arrives in Sydney to meet survivors of Bondi terror attack amid tight security | Bondi beach terror attack
United Kingdom· 2026-02-09
Sam Mostyn is the Governor-General mentioned in the context of Herzog's visit.
Herzog visit to test nation’s unityAustralia· 2026-02-08
He will meet Albanese, Governor-General Sam Mostyn, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley, premiers and members of the Jewish community.
Israeli President hopes to rekindle ties amid Gaza war tensions, Bondi attack griefAustralia· 2026-02-06
Sam Mostyn invited Israel’s president to meet with the Jewish community in Australia.
Wong says she understands ‘depth of feeling in the community’ as she defends Israel president’s Australia visit | Penny WongUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-05
Governor-General Sam Mostyn arrived at the funeral.
Sydney stops to farewell luminaryAustralia· 2026-02-04
Governor-General Sam Mostyn was unable to attend the event due to programming commitments.
Friendly encounter at Australian Open between Sarah Murdoch and Ryan StokesAustralia· 2026-02-01
Governor-General Sam Mostyn was due to read Psalm 23 on behalf of King Charles III.
PM leads tributes to Australian Jews at Bondi memorialAustralia· 2026-01-22
Albanese informed Herzog that Governor-General Sam Mostyn will soon issue an invitation in accordance with protocol for the Israeli president to visit Australia.
Israeli president Isaac Herzog invited to visit Australia after Bondi shootingAustralia· 2025-12-23Governor-General Sam Mostyn represented Australia’s head of state at the event.
Thousands gather at Bondi Beach to mourn victims of anti-Semitic attack | World News
Jamaica· 2025-12-23
Governor-General Sam Mostyn represented Australia’s head of state at the memorial.
Thousands gather at Bondi Beach to mourn victims of antisemitic attack
United States· 2025-12-21Governor-General Sam Mostyn spoke about barbarism at the vigil.
Anthony Albanese booed as thousands attend beach vigil for terrorist attackAustralia· 2025-12-21
Governor-General Sam Mostyn represented Australia’s head of state at the commemoration.
Thousands in Sydney mark day of reflection for Bondi Beach shooting victims
Canada· 2025-12-21Sam Mostyn was one of the speakers at the event.
‘We are unbreakable’: defiance marks Bondi attack commemoration after PM is booed | Bondi beach terror attackUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-21
Governor-General Sam Mostyn attended the funerals of the victims of the Bondi shooting.
Bondi shooting response from opposition must end following Anthony Albanese’s concession on antisemitism in AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-18
Governor General Sam Mostyn attended Matilda's funeral to pay tribute.
'Maybe she's an angel now', says aunt of 10-year-old victimUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-18
Sam Mostyn visited Ahmed al-Ahmed in the hospital and thanked him on behalf of the public.
‘Best of our country’: Australian prime minister visits Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed in Sydney hospital | Bondi beach terror attackUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-16
Sam Mostyn was mentioned as the governor general during a speech to open parliament.
Pauline Hanson suspended from Senate over burqa stunt as Mehreen Faruqi says parliament ‘drips in racism’ | Pauline HansonUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-25
Sam Mostyn was set to address the Senate just moments before the pro-Palestine protesters were detained.
Pro-Palestine protesters disrupt opening of parliamentAustralia· 2025-07-22
Sam Mostyn is the Governor-General attending the event.
Evonne Goolagong Cawley comes face to face with her past, and future in actor Lila McGuireAustralia· 2025-06-30
Sam Mostyn is the Governor-General of Australia, known for her advocacy for progressive causes and her unique background in corporate leadership.
The Governor-General on living next to Anthony Albanese and hosting the QueenAustralia· 2025-06-24
She is the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia.
الإمارات وأستراليا تعقدان الدورة العاشرة من اللجنة القنصلية المشتركة
United Arab Emirates· 2025-05-25
Minister for Communications and Minister for Sport Anika Wells being sworn in this week by Governor-General Sam Mostyn.
New double ministry of sports, communication creates ‘conflict of interest’, says Tim CostelloAustralia· 2025-05-16
Sam Mostyn swore in Murray Watt as Minister for the Environment and Water.
As Plibersek moves out, Mr ‘Fix It’ takes on plagued environment jobAustralia· 2025-05-15
Sam Mostyn conducted the swearing-in ceremony for Albanese and his ministers.
Australia’s Liberal Party elects its first female leader
Taiwan· 2025-05-14
Governor-General Sam Mostyn expressed her admiration for the comprehensive civilizational renaissance in the UAE, especially in the field of women's empowerment.
الشيخة فاطمة تستقبل الحاكمة العامة لكومنولث أسترالياUnited Arab Emirates· 2025-04-28