Government House, Official residence in Yarralumla, Australia
Government House stands on 54 hectares of land next to Lake Burley Griffin, featuring a cream-colored facade and green roof tiles.
The Campbell family constructed the original red brick house in 1891, which later underwent modifications to become the Governor-General residence in 1927.
The Governor-General presents Order of Australia medals and receives credentials from foreign ambassadors during formal ceremonies at Government House.
The Federal Executive Council conducts regular meetings at Government House, where national policies and appointments receive formal approval.
A burial vault containing remains of colonial inhabitants Elizabeth Gibbes and Colonel John George Nathaniel Gibbes lies 100 meters south of the house.
Location: Australian Capital Territory
Inception: 1832
Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture
Part of: Yarralumla and Surrounds
Website: https://gg.gov.au/about-governor-general/governor-generals-official-residences/government-house
GPS coordinates: -35.30160,149.07800
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:56
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