The monarch’s representative in Australia will proclaim King Charles III’s ascension to the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Charles was officially proclaimed King on Saturday night (AEST) at a ceremony at St James’s Palace in London.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will recommend Governor-General David Hurley issue the Australian proclamation on Sunday morning.
Hurley is then expected to read the proclamation at Parliament House in Canberra at midday on Sunday, followed by a 21-gun salute.
State governors will make their own proclamations at ceremonies around the country.
NSW has announced free public transport all day so people can attend the historic event outside parliament from 12.30pm….