Government House King's Cup Reception 133/24/25 - Documents (pdf, 5.38 Mb)

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This FOI release contains planning documents for a Government House reception held on 11 October 2019 to honour the King's Cup rowing team, attended by then-Governor-General David Hurley. The disclosure includes email correspondence between Defence officials, including Air Marshal Warren McDonald and Brigadier Alison Creagh, detailing event logistics. The reception was a stand-up event on the Government House terrace with approximately 35-40 attendees, featuring informal remarks from the Governor-General, medal presentations, a group photograph, and informal meet-and-greet with the Vice-Regal couple. Planning included coordination with Government House on dress code (team uniforms and lounge suits), guest registration requirements, and arrangements for selected team members to meet privately with the Governor-General and Mrs Hurley beforehand. A ministerial submission to the Defence Minister was planned to inform leadership of the event and the Governor-General's attendance at the related