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    Queensland Government State Protocols: A Guide

    Queensland Government State Protocols: A Guide is a resource for anyone that may require an understanding of State Protocols.

    Summary

    The guide contains:

    • how to address a range of dignitaries, ministers and government officials including the use of the title ‘Honourable’
    • suggested seating arrangements for formal occasions
    • a state and commonwealth Order of Precedence which is used to create acknowledgements for speeches and to prepare seating arrangements.

    Protocol contacts

    Protocol Reception: 3003 9253
    Email: protocol@premiers.qld.gov.au
    Postal Address: PO Box 15185, City East Q 4002

    Read the Guide

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    Last updated:
    30 January, 2023
    Last reviewed:
    30 January, 2023