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New Governor
 Former Australian Ambassador to France, Penelope Wensley will be sworn in as the 25th Governor of Queensland on July 29 at a ceremony at Parliament House.
A distinguished Queenslander who has made her mark on the world stage, Ms Wensley is highly qualified to bring a global perspective to the role of Governor, according to Premier Anna Bligh.
“Ms Wensley’s extensive diplomatic career has seen her represent our country at the highest level and with distinction – and I am delighted she will become Queensland’s next Governor,” Ms Bligh said.
“Born in Toowoomba and a First Class Honours graduate of the University of Queensland, Ms Wensley has most recently served as the Australian Ambassador to France since 2005.
“Prior to this, Ms Wensley served as Australia’s High Commissioner to India and immediately prior to this was Australia’s First Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, where she played an important role in international peace and security, economic and social issues and humanitarian affairs and development.”
Ms Wensley was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2001 for her service to the development of Australia’s international relations and her dedication to social welfare, human rights and humanitarian and environmental issues are expected to bring warmth and compassion to her role.
Ms Wensley’s husband Stuart McCosker is a veterinary surgeon. They have two daughters who are both lawyers.
Ms Wensley will be replacing Quentin Bryce who moves to Canberra to become Governor General of Australia.
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