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Visit the Public Rooms and Grounds of Government House Queensland Government House is one of Queensland's showcase public buildings, situated in beautiful gardens in Paddington, an inner suburb of Brisbane's CBD. As home of the Governor, Government House plays an important role in the public life of Queensland.
Re: Cancellation of Australia Day Open Day Thursday 26 January, 2012 The Governor and staff at Government House are disappointed to advise that due to the continuing inclement weather the advertised Open Day at Government House in celebration of Australia Day has been cancelled. The consistent rain over the past week has saturated the grounds to the point that open day access and activity on the site is deemed unsafe. The next Government House Open Day is scheduled for Sunday 3 June, 2012 in celebration of Queensland Day and the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Please note that Government House is open Tuesday to Thursday weekly for pre-booked tours to recognised community groups, inquiries may be directed to telephone: 3858 5700 or email: govhouse@govhouse.qld.gov.au.
What to Expect? Entry is free; Walk through the splendour of historic Government House, with Volunteer Guides on hand to answer your questions (obtain your free ticket from the signposted ticket booth on arrival); Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawns or purchase your refreshments; Stop and appreciate the musical entertainment throughout the day; Guided tours of the wonderful gardens and surrounds at 10.30am, 12 noon and 1.30pm; Free parking available at Norman Buchan Park (cnr Baroona and Rainworth Roads, Paddington); Free regular shuttle service from Norman Buchan Park to Government House. No on-site parking available View the 2012 Australia Day Open Day Flyer View selected images from the 2011 Government House Open Day in celebration of Queensland Day
Public Transport Information BUS Route 375 - Bardon via Valley/City - exit bus at Stop 14, Macgregor Terrace Walk downhill along Macgregor Terrace. Turn left into Fernberg Road. Route 385 - The Gap Buz - exit bus at Stop 15 [Bardon Express Stop], Macgregor Terrace (approaching Simpsons Rd) Walk downhill along Macgregor Terrace. Turn left into Fernberg Road. Routes 598 and 599 - Great Circle Line Bus - exit bus at Simpsons Road (far side of Macgregor Terrace) Government House is approximately ½ kilometre downhill via Macgregor Terrace. Turn left into Fernberg Road. TRAIN Milton Station is the nearest Train Station to Government House. Government House is approximately 2 kilometres from the station. From Milton Station - head towards Baroona Road. Continue along Baroona Road towards Haig Street. Veer left at the fiveways onto Fernberg Road. Continue along Fernberg Road until you reach your destination. (This walk takes approximately 20 minutes and includes some hills) Taxis are available from the taxi rank on Baroona Road, Milton, next to Milton Shopping Centre.
Government House is located approximately 5 kilometres west of the Brisbane CBD. Depending on direction of approach, the best routes are: Coronation Drive; Latrobe Terrace; or the Western Freeway - Route 5. On arrival access is through one of two entry gates off Fernberg Road, Paddington. A continuous security presence is available to assist visitors to the estate.
Click for the Translink website for public transport information
Click for the Whereis website to obtain detailed directions to Government House, 168 Fernberg Road, Paddington Qld 4064