Victorian Governor Linda Dessau has term extended until 2023.

The Queen has officially approved for the Governor of Victoria Linda Dessau to stay in the prestigious role for another term.

Australian Open Tennis. Womens Final. Naomi Osaka vs Petra Kvitova. Governor of Victoria Linda Dessau chats with Anna Wintour pre match . Pic: Michael Klein

Victorian Governor Linda Dessau will serve another term, with her role officially extended till 2023.

Premier Daniel Andrews confirmed Ms Dessau, a former Family Court judge and AFL commissioner, would stay on until June 2023 this morning after her term had been officially approved by the Queen.

Mr Andrews said Ms Dessau had performed exceptionally well in her role as an advocate for the state.

“I thank the Governor and Mr Howard (Ms Dessau’s partner) for agreeing to continue serving the people of Victoria until 2023,” Mr Andrews said.

Victorian governor Linda Dessau will stay in her role til 2023. Picture: David Crosling

“Through their tireless work they have wonderfully represented and celebrated our diverse community and its achievements at home and internationally, while making Government House a more open, accessible and inclusive place.”

MORE NEWS: GREENS PUSH PUTS 1000 JOBS AT RISK

TAXPAYERS TO FOOT BILL FOR CLADDING CRISIS

CHRISTIAN GROUP’S FOLAU DONATION SITE RAKES IT IN

Ms Dessau gratefully accepted the extension.

“My husband Tony and I are delighted to be asked to continue our service to the people of Victoria,” she said.

“It is an honour and privilege to represent and promote our great state, and help to celebrate and support Victoria’s diverse and vibrant community.”

[e-mail]