Buckingham Palace has released details of their Majesties The King and Queen's autumn tour, which is taking place from 18-26 October 2024 and will include an engagement in Western Sydney.
The King’s visit to Australia will be His Majesty’s first as Monarch and the first time a reigning monarch has visited the country since the late Queen Elizabeth's 2011 trip.
His Majesty, as Head of State, accompanied by Her Majesty The Queen, will visit Parliament House, in Canberra, where they will be welcomed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
"Australians look forward to welcoming he King and Queen back to Australia in October, and highlighting the best of the Australian spirit," Mr Albanese said.
His Majesty will address a reception attended by political and community leaders, and prominent Australians who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in a variety of fields, including health, arts, culture and sports.
While in Sydney from 20-22 October, the King and Queen will conduct a Fleet Review of the Royal Australian Navy in Sydney Harbour.
Their Majesties will also attend a community BBQ in Western Sydney, sampling a range of produce from across NSW, experiencing the cultural diversity of Australian communities and meeting local residents.
The King will also meet Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representatives and groups to learn about their work in supporting local community and strengthening culture.
At a library in Sydney, Her Majesty will meet children participating in a Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition workshop.
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