Albanese makes big call on referendum
Anthony Albanese has shut down suggestions a referendum on Australia becoming a republic will be held following the Queen’s death, saying it won’t happen in his first term.
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Royal fans turn to MPs for Queen pics
Australian MPs have noticed an uptick in people taking advantage of a little known program that offers pictures of the late Queen.
How to keep the monarchy alive: lessons for a new king
Thanks to his mother, support for the monarchy has been high but the relationship is always being reassessed. Some are sceptical that the King will have the same nullifying effect on republicanism.
King Charles begins reign with a promise
The new king was formally and publicly declared in a ceremony in London, at which he vowed to emulate his mother.
Australia’s new public holiday date revealed
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese answered the question on every Australian’s mind – will we get a public holiday to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth?
The Queen’s ‘final journey’
The Queen will depart Balmoral on Sunday on a nine-day journey to her final resting place.
How much was the Queen really worth?
The stamp collection created by her grandfather is worth $81m alone. But the Queen was not as wealthy as most think.
William, Harry reunite in ‘11th-hour’ appearance
A last-minute call resulted in the warring Waleses and Sussexes putting their differences aside to greet crowds at Windsor Castle: their first joint public appearance since 2020.
Charles III’s challenge: strengthen the monarchy while changing it
The British monarchy can leverage a 1,000-year legacy to argue for its continuation — but the new king will have to work for public support in ways that his mother never had to.
Final meetings ‘took their toll’
When the Queen went to Balmoral for the start of her traditional summer break, Palace insiders speculated she would never return.
Moving scenes as cricket farewells Queen
Thousands of English cricket fans paused as one to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth as sport resumed after day two of the Test against South Africa was abandoned.
‘Isn’t it marvellous not to have to be introduced?’
From teasing dinner guests, to ‘expendable’ cabinet ministers, stories of the Queen’s humour and deadpan wit are emerging.
‘We chucked false teeth in a bucket’: Day Queen stunned VFL
During a Royal tour in 1970, Queen Elizabeth and the royals were a star attraction at a VFL game. Five players involved on that day remember being starstruck by her majesty.
Meghan and Harry’s crime is that they revealed far too much
The split between the Sussexes and other members of the family blighted the final years of the Elizabethan era but offered a warning of what is to come.
‘Repugnant’ New York Times column raises ire
A Harvard academic’s criticism of the Queen’s ‘bloody’ legacy, published on the day of her death, has provoked a furious backlash.
Recalled Wallabies star’s topless brush with royalty
Kurtley Beale never had the chance to meet the Queen — but this encounter with one of her grandsons went down as one of the fondest memories for the recalled Wallaby.
Surprising change to food after Queen death
A surprising range of shopping products will now have to change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Hidden meaning behind PM’s wattle tribute
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s tribute to the Queen held a special meaning as dozens of Australian leaders gathered for a touching ceremony.
Inside PM’s sad phone call with UK leader
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and newly appointed British Prime Minister Liz Truss have shared an emotional phone call.
Hanson slaps down Greens’ Queen slur
Pauline Hanson has told a fellow Senator to “p*** off back to Pakistan” after the MP commented on the death of the Queen.
King’s televised proclamation a first in history
A global audience will be able to watch an ancient royal ritual unfold for the first time tonight as Charles, 73, ascends.
William in waiting: reluctant royal became his own man
Once ambivalent to his destiny, he’s shown a maturity and vision that shows a greater acceptance of the part he’s been born to play.
Slimmed-down monarchy is fit for the 21st century
The Palace once spent $156,000 on changing lightbulbs. The Queen knew it couldn’t go on.
Hidden detail in King Charles III’s first speech
King Charles III made some significant references to how he will rule and run the royal household. Read and listen to his speech in full.
‘Brutal’: One group not grieving Queen
The death of Queen Elizabeth II has caused a variety of emotional responses, including critical takes from some Indigenous Australians on her legacy.
‘Straight and sober’ William is thrust into the limelight
Unlike Charles III, William won’t have to wait a lifetime to become king and his popularity could be pivotal.
Charles III: I’ll serve you with loyalty, respect and love
In his first address to the nation and commonwealth as King, Charles renews his mother’s pledge of lifelong service to the country and pays emotional tribute to his ‘darling Mama’.
Bye-bye sloppiness as PM tries to right ship of state
Liz Truss can expect the briefest of political honeymoons as Britain faces a perfect storm in the wake of Queen Elizabeth’s death.
Royal legacy for which we should all be grateful
The Queen kept a level head in times of challenge. It was an attribute which stood her in good stead.
Queen’s death delays Albo’s big promise
The Queen’s death has cast doubt on the time frame in which Anthony Albanese can deliver a cornerstone election promise.
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