Grab your picnic basket, bring a blanket and bask in the splendour of Government House, the official residence of the Governor of New South Wales.
Located within the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and just a stone's-throw from all the Australia Day action at Sydney Harbour, Government House is a great place to visit on our national day.
The gates are opened to the public on January 26, offering everyone the opportunity to explore the House and magnificent grounds, all free of charge.
Venture inside Sydney's 'Castle by the Harbour' to explore opulent state rooms, roll out your rug on the manicured lawns, eat a snag from the Normanhurst Scouts sausage sizzle, meet the Guide Dog NSW/ACT ‘Ambassador Dogs’ and NSW Mounted Police, view the vintage cars and St John Ambulance interactive demonstrations and kick back while enjoying live musical entertainment from the Corrective Services NSW Band and the Australian Army Band.
WHAT'S HAPPENING:
Plenty of space to picnic in the picturesque gardens
Live music courtesy of the NSW Corrective Services Big Band and the Australian Army Band
Sausage sizzle and cold drinks for sale by Normanhurst Scouts
Fire and Rescue NSW Fire Truck and vintage Fire Engine displays and information stall
Royal Automobile Club vintage car display
NSW Mounted Police display and interaction
Self-guided tours of the House
St John Ambulance NSW interactive CPR and First Aid demonstrations, ambulance, and 'ambulance pushbike' displays
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT Ambassador Dogs