0
What else can I help you with?
Where was governor general Quinten Brice born and when?
Governor-General Quentin Bryce was born in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, on December 23, 1942. She served as the 25th Governor-General of Australia from 2008 to 2014, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Bryce is noted for her contributions to social justice and the advancement of women's rights in Australia.
Who is the Queen's representative in Australia?
The Governor-General is the Queen's representative on a Commonwealth level.In 2011, this is Quentin Bryce.Each of the state Governors also represent the Queen in their respective states and are not subordinate to the Governor-General.
Was Paul Keating the Governor General of Australia?
Yes, at one point Paul Keating was the Governor General of Australia. Paul Keating is a form Australian politician who was the leader of the Labor Party between 1991 and 1996.
Does the Queen of England rule over Australia in any political activities?
The Queen has very little actual power over Australia. Her representative in Australia, the Governor-General, has more power - but her role is mostly ceremonial. The Governor-General plays a symbolic role, representing the authority (provided by the Queen) for the government to rule. The Governor-General has the power to summon parliament, call elections and appoint the Prime Minister (the Governor-General has a responsibility to appoint the person most likely to maintain the support of the House of Representatives). They also appoint other officials, such as High Court Justices. Therefore the Queen, through the Governor-General, does have some power over Australia - but most of this is symbolic.
When did John Kerr - governor-general - die?
John Kerr - governor-general - died on 1991-03-24.
Who is the governor general of Australia in 2012?
In 2012, the governor-general of Australia is Quentin Bryce.
Who is the governor of Australia?
In 2014, Australia's Governor General is Peter Cosgrove.His Excellency was appointed by Her Majesty the Queen of Australia, on the advice of the Honourable Tony Abbott, the Prime Minister, and sworn in on 28 March 2014.Recent information about the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia is found in the links below.
How does Australia pick its governor general?
The Governor-general of Australia is recommended by the Prime Minister, and officially appointed by the Queen.
What is the role of Governor General within the federal government?
Which governor-general? The governor-general of Canada is in a different position than the governor-general of Australia.
Who is the Governor General of NSW?
The Governor-General has this position throughout Australia. Currently (2009), Australia's Governor-General is Quentin Bryce. However, the current Governor of New South Wales (not Governor-General) is Professor Marie Bashir AC, CVO.
Was Sir Henry Parkes the first governor-general of Australia?
No. Australia's first Governor General was Sir Charles FitzRoy.
Does the Governor General of Australia live in Canberra?
The Governor-general of Australia lives in Canberra for part of the year, but it is not his/her permanent residence.When in Canberra, the Governor-General of Australia lives in Government House in the suburb of Yarralumla.The Sydney residence of the Governor-General is Admiralty House, in the suburb of Kirribilli.
Was dismissed by a governor general in 1975?
penis
Who is Australia's Prime minister and Governor General?
In 2011, Australia's Prime Minister is Tony Abbott, and the Governor-General is Quentin Bryce.
Why is Quetin Bryce important to Australia?
Quetin Bryce is important to Australia because she is our governor general. Quetin Bryce is the first female governor general in Australia.
Is ALP the governor general of Australia?
ALP Stands for the "Australian Labour Party" and has nothing to do with the Governor general of Australia. At present in 2009 The ALP is the government, However the Governor general has no political affiliation.
Who is major general Michael Jefferey?
He is the governor-general of Australia.
