Queensland Court of Appeal Judge Thomas Bradley has been appointed as the state’s next Governor, with his swearing-in scheduled for 1 November.
His Majesty King Charles III has confirmed the appointment, making Justice Bradley Queensland’s 28th Governor.
Justice Bradley, who was born in Far North Queensland, has served on the Court of Appeal and has also been involved in a range of community and cultural organisations across the state.
His community roles have included serving as Chair of the Brisbane Festival Giving Committee, acting as an ambassador for the Pinnacle Foundation, and contributing to the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art Foundation Committee.
The appointment places a senior judicial figure with extensive public service experience into one of Queensland’s most prominent ceremonial and constitutional roles. Governors represent the Crown in Queensland and perform a range of constitutional, ceremonial and community duties.
Justice Bradley’s background in regional Queensland has been highlighted as an asset in a state with a large and geographically dispersed population.
The announcement also marks the beginning of the transition from the current Governor, Her Excellency Dr Jeannette Young, who has served in the role since 2021 after previously serving as Queensland’s Chief Health Officer.
Dr Young has been acknowledged for her service to Queensland during her term as Governor.
Justice Bradley is expected to take office following the formal swearing-in ceremony later this year.
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