Politics latest: Charles and Camilla begin first Australian visit as King and Queen
Rain, VIPs and a strong police presence greeted King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Sydney Airport tonight. The welcome party was led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Governor-General Sam Mostyn.
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