A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

 

[Suzanne rose]

I believe now that the Queens reign is coming to an end Australia will leave the commonwealth.

I also believe alot of other Countries will follow .

Im sure Australia actual pays the UK government to be a part of the Commonwealth.

It will be interesting to see if the Royal family remain after Charles becomes King.

The Royal family cost the government a fortune and what do they actually do apart from waving and visiting hospitals ect .

I know they get paid for working but what do the exactly do or should that money be used else where eg hospitals and feeding the less fortunate

 

[Gazman]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Something from 1972 "It's time"

 

[Tipsy]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

The Queen of England was removed some years back and a "PAPER QUEEN" was created and we have become a "CORPORATION".... Every government both state and federal and Territory are a 'FOREIGN" registered CORPORATION and with and Australian ABN this also includes the police in each STATE... ALL the LAWS have been changed to protect the politicians not the people as we are considered NOTHING BUT CHATTEL..... and we each have a $ value given at Birth.... This is the reason ones name is in all CAPITAL LETTERS when dealing with any government department

 

[Harimau01]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

 

[flegg]

What worries me is how much will it cost to change to a republic, letterheads flags names etc, and how will this affect joe public it will not affect us one bit only for those in power will get a brand new title. remember the old saying if its not broken don't fix it. the money could be spent far better elsewhere

 

[Harimau01]

We can still be a member of the Commonwealth and a republic. One is not dependant on the other. I think it failed last time because people did not want John Howard's method of selecting a president. As a staunch monarchist he wanted the referendum to fail. The other reason is good old Australian apathy. Members of my own family voted NO because they said that there was nothing wrong so there was no need to change it. I still cringe over that attitude.

 

[Ian1]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

I see no real reason to change to a republic right now, and I certainly do not agree that ‘doing it now means we can do it with pride’! How does that work? Surely we can ‘do it with pride’ whenever we change. Out of respect for the Queen, who has done nothing but serve us as loyal supporters of the crown, we should leave the subject alone at least until she dies. Come on guys, she’s quite elderly now, and beginning to show signs of her great age - the time of her death is probably not all that far away. Are we that impatient to move away from the constitution and become a republic? Do we really potentially want the same type of political drama as seen in such examples of republics as the USA? Let’s show some respect for Her Majesty, and continue to uphold her place as Head of State and enjoy being part of the monarchy as long as she reigns. After that, although I’m beginning to warm to Prince Charles, I’m not thrilled about him becoming king!

 

[Ricci]

I have no real feelings one way or the other, I do however wonder how we would choose our Head of State and how long the tenure would be. To be honest I can't think of any one person I would confidently vote for, we seem to be lacking anyone with the qualities needed.

 

[Suzanne rose]

I think the Queen will abdicate within the next 2 weeks.

I think they should make William King.
He will bring more to England than Charles

 

[Ian1]

I think the Queen will abdicate within the next 2 weeks.

I think they should make William King.
He will bring more to England than Charles

Unfortunately in that regard Suzanne, the way the monarchy works won’t allow that to happen. The only way it could happen that way is if Charles himself abdicates. He cannot be removed. In fairnss to him, he’s waited a long time to take up his birth right. I’d rather, as I guess a lot of others do too, that William becomes the king, but normally it won’t happen until Charles dies, or andicates. Sorry to bring you bad news!

 

[Ian Crane-Luff]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

That disgusting weasel of a man would be for a republic, they don't seem to get it , we've been through all this and the thinking public voted against it twice, we have no need to change, now stop wasting our money, resign or get on with the job we pay you for, you are fraudently drawing a high salary now earn it or get out. and take your useless mates with you.

 

[grays]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

 

[Hieme]

I believe now that the Queens reign is coming to an end Australia will leave the commonwealth.

I also believe alot of other Countries will follow .

Im sure Australia actual pays the UK government to be a part of the Commonwealth.

It will be interesting to see if the Royal family remain after Charles becomes King.

The Royal family cost the government a fortune and what do they actually do apart from waving and visiting hospitals ect .

I know they get paid for working but what do the exactly do or should that money be used elsewhere eg hospitals and feeding the less fortunate

The Royals make the United Kingdom a fortune by their mere existence. Thousands of tourists everyday flock to Buckingham Palace for the changing of the guard. The tourists travel the length and breadth of the UK seeing the Castles, Palaces and Battlefields. Without the Royal Family in the UK, the tourism industry would collapse as there is nothing to attract tourists except the living royal heritage. Apart from that I am not aware of any country under the Westminster system of Government that has suffered internal Civil War. Whenever a Republic has been declared - open civil unrest, conflict and even Civil War has ensued. It will occur in Australia.

 

[grays]

As with the VOICE proposal, the REPUBLIC debate is tantamount to useless UNTIL there are FULL proposals outlined. With both proposals, it's like being asked "Do you want to become a Communist State" - there must bethe full detail of implications from the proposals.

What and who would be a President, who could vote under what system, what becomes of the Governer General and all the State Govenors, all the legal changes needed, how long the reign, how the candidates are chosen, and what the huge COST of changeover (hundreds of millions can be better spent) vs the BENEFITS, the powers vs the Parliament ...

.... the whole thing is fluff. We currently have got a synbolic largely FREE royalty now, we don't need a new flag, or the VOICE, until it is fully defined: it's all a wasteful hoax. Governments should govern on core issues, not these side-shows that distract from proper governance.!

And IDENTITY needs to be sorted out first. We have to prove citizenship, we can't just "claim" we are Citizens, so those who "claim Aboriginality" must be able to prove that before the VOICE is put to the people or it is a big sham.

Who says Torres Straight = Aboriginals, why not COCOS ISLANDS, Christmas Island = Aboriginals? We are ONE NATION, lets believe that and work accordingly to UNITE.

We just should put the whole idea into the garbage bin as there is currently adequate representation in Parliament and via the Govenor General as the symbolic head.

 

[Capsam]

As an expat Brit may I point out that Australia can become a republic without leaving the Commonwealth. Comments referring to “how” the Brits allegedly thought about Aussies are neither here or there in a modern day debate. I’d like a dollar for all the rude Pommie B……d comments I’ve heard in the past 48 years! Yet that is not relevant either! Become a Republic but ONLY when FULL details are disclosed & the referendum does NOT give POWER to politicians to decide who becomes President! Everyone should vote. There have been many private conversations between politicians & Republican advocates like Fitzsimmons for years. We would be stupid to think they do not already have a short list of nominees, themselves included! If Labor PUSH for the Republic BEFORE the Queen dies, it will underpin for me that they want to ensure we are a republic BEFORE Charles becomes king. They will quickly change the anthem, the flag, the Constitution & our system of government to suit their own purpose! The monarchy has NO power in Australia. The GG’s role is ceremonial & charitable!!

 

[Luckyus]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Whether you want a referendum on a republic or not is a question that like the current one regarding having another branch of government for minorities should be presented as a question on the ballot papers and not as a separate question requiring multi millions of dollars being wasted separately, millions that could be more wisely spent improving the lives of the many instead of the few. And the government can make a significant start by putting a few bob my way?.

 

[MIZMAC]

A few months ago, there were speculations about Australia potentially becoming a republic in the event of the inevitable, and hopefully distant, passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

But recently, news reports are saying that the Labor Party is reviving its campaign to have Australia declare independence from the Commonwealth and turn the country into a republic.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has consistently voiced support for secession from the United Kingdom, arguing that doing so is 'inevitable' because the two countries' relationship 'is no longer what it was' at the dawn of the Queen's reign.

Matt Thistlethwaite, the Prime Minister's new Assistant Minister for the Republic, has stated that the federal government will start exploring the best approach to deal with the subject, with the goal of implementing the reform in the next term or two.

'The priority is the Voice to Parliament, but we're hoping to achieve that in the first term,' he told Daily Mail Australia.

'The next logical step is to become a republic. As the Queen approaches the twilight of her reign, we think it's time to bring it forward.'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has supported separating from the UK, calling it 'inevitable'. Credit: AAP Image.​

Australia had a referendum on whether or not to become a republic 23 years ago, and by a slim 54.87 to 45.13 margin, the country decided to stay a part of the Commonwealth.

Recent polls, however, show that the numbers have turned around, with 56% of New South Wales citizens now favouring independence for Australia, followed by 54% in Queensland and 52% in Victoria.

On the Queen's platinum jubilee, Mr Albanese said that the relationship between the two countries had changed a lot since Australia joined the Commonwealth in 1901 and that the country no longer needed a constitutional link to the UK.

'No longer parent and young upstart, we stand as equals. More importantly, we stand as friends,' said the Prime Minister during a press conference.

In 1999, Mr Albanese addressed the Republic Referendum Committee and remarked that this was a decision that Australians could stand behind with their heads held high.

'I urge people to support the republic and to support it now because it is inevitable. Everyone accepts that. We should do it now so that we can do it with pride.'

The Labor government is planning to break away from Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth. Credit: Getty Images.​

Mr Thistlethwaite is the government's Assistant Minister for Defense and Assistant Minister for Veterans Affairs, and he was recently assigned the republic portfolio.

He will be responsible for teaching the public about the advantages of leaving the Commonwealth, and the movement will be 'ready to go in the second term of an Albanese government'.

'We've got our own unique identity, our own values,' he said.

When asked what the biggest problems might be for a republic country, Mr Thistlethwaite said that people might not want to change the way things are.

'There's no doubt there's an affinity for the Queen and Royal Family, but the Queen herself has said it's a decision for our people, and she's right,' he added.

'They'll still come here and be on the front covers of our magazines. Barbados became a republic last year, and the Royal Family flew over for the handover ceremony. We can do it by showing respect and reverence for the Queen, our system is built on theirs. We can maintain those ideals in our own way.'

The Labor MP argued that being a republic isn't about altering flags, anthems, or public holidays; rather, it's about empowering Australia and the Australian people to make their own decisions.

So, what do you say, folks? This discussion has been put on the back burner for a while now, and it’s clear the government thinks it’s high time that it is brought back to the forefront.

Upon the end of the reign of Her Majesty, do you think Australia should become a republic? Or should the government stay in the Commonwealth?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

How would we select a leader? At this polint in time we do not seem to have anyone suitable. We cannot be like USA for goodness sake.

That is only the beginning. Our current form of government serves us very well. We ae protected from dictators and the like.
Just look at Victoria to see how easily this could happen Desperate Dan has tried hard to dictate to us.

 

[elphy]

We can still be a member of the Commonwealth and a republic. One is not dependant on the other. I think it failed last time because people did not want John Howard's method of selecting a president. As a staunch monarchist he wanted the referendum to fail. The other reason is good old Australian apathy. Members of my own family voted NO because they said that there was nothing wrong so there was no need to change it. I still cringe over that attitude.

Don't cringe. 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it' is a perfectly legitimate attitude. Historically, monarchies offer greater stability than republics. Just look at some of the alternatives and the billions spent on them. We are so lucky!

 

[Capsam]

When the Queen does pass away I sincerely hope that those politicians pushing for a Republic are not the ones attending her funeral on the taxoayer dime! They are like vultures waiting on the sideline for her to die! All this twaddle about Australia being “mature & independent enough” now to actually break ties smacks of immaturity! Politicians here have for decades tried to realign Australia with the U.S. to distance itself from any association with Britain(read ENGLAND). A “mature” Australia would not denigrate the Queen after her long life of service or belittle what Britain has contributed to this country. Or are they going to re-write history? A “mature” Australia WOULD ALSO TALK ABOUT THE USE OF NUCLEAR SMR’s instead of REFUSING to talk about the ONLY emissions free power producing product ACTUALLY available! Instead we will follow Albanese’s mentor, the very Woke Biden to an AMERICANISED Australia!