The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Your guide to the structures, organisations and key people in the Australian Government
Governor-General
The Governor-General is appointed by The King, on advice of the Prime Minister. State Governors are appointed by The King, on advice of individual state premiers. The Governor-General and the State Governors are The King's representatives in Australia.