Britain leads the United Commonwealth. The bond has loosened over the decades. For example, in Australia, only one state plans a day off for the Monday following the coronation.
Australia is one of the leading states of the British Commonwealth. The community is mainly made up of the territories and former territories of the United Kingdom.
Separation from the Commonwealth of Australia and changing the form of government to a republic by referendum may take place in the next few years, evaluated by, among others, The Guardian magazine (you will switch to another service).
According to the Ipsos research institute (you will switch to another service)a narrow majority, 54 percent of Australians support formal severance of ties to the community. Six out of ten citizens want a referendum on the issue.
Day off in one state only
The republican movement in Australia has become stronger. The decline in the importance of the monarchy can also be seen in the public preparation of coronations.
In just one state, Western Australia, next Monday may be a public holiday.
The leader of the republican movement Craig Foster has characterized the displays of loyalty associated with King Charles III’s rise to power as “disgusting”. Prime minister Anthony Albanese signed a formal oath of allegiance to the new king last year.
Australians in the festive parade
Despite the loosening of ties, official and private celebrations are planned in both London and Australia.
After the coronation, the king returns to Buckingham Palace, escorted by 4,000 soldiers. The parade will feature 40 members of the Australian Army Ceremonial Corps.
In Australia, many public buildings and Monuments are illuminated in the colors of royal purple. On Sunday, 21 cannon shots will be fired in front of Parliament House in the Australian capital, Canberra, as a salute to the king.
will show the coronation of King Charles on Saturday 6 May. broadcast live on TV1 and Areena.