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Queensland's 28th governor sworn in at parliament house

Bradley said he and his partner will engage with communities across the state after taking office as Queensland’s 28th governor.

  • On Sunday, Court of Appeal judge Thomas Bradley was sworn in as Queensland's 28th governor at the state's parliament, replacing Dr. Jeanette Young who held the role since 2021.
  • Dr. Jeanette Young concluded her five-year term after visiting all 77 local government areas and welcoming more than 100,000 visitors to Government House during her tenure.
  • Bradley, a Cairns-born lawyer and former Supreme Court judge, is the first openly gay man to hold the role and previously served as Queensland's first ambassador for the Pinnacle Foundation.
  • Premier David Crisafulli called the appointment a "significant moment" for the state, citing Bradley's "strong preparation" in the law and lifetime commitment to public service.
  • Bradley plans to engage with communities across Queensland ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, aiming to "spend as much time out of Brisbane as we spend in it.
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Queensland’s 28th governor Thomas Bradley sworn in

Court of Appeal judge Justice Thomas Bradley KC will replace Dr Jeanette Young who has been in the role since 2021.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Ultimo, Australia on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
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