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Australia's new Governor-General has been sworn in: Explainer July 02

SAMANTHA MOSTYN GOVERNOR GENERAL SWEARING IN

Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn speaks during a reception after the swearing in ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra, Monday, July 1, 2024. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH/AAPIMAGE

With the new financial year starting on July 1st, a new Governor of Australia was sworn in. Sam Mostyn is the second woman to hold this position representing Australia. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information.



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