While Albanese (who lands back in Australia on budget eve) basks in the international limelight, at home Treasurer Jim Chalmers this week has been feeling the heat of the spotlight.
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The queen’s visits to Australia from 1954 to 2011 offer a snapshot of the changing relationship Australians have had with their sovereign and with the monarchy.
The biggest hurdle for republicans is the reality that Australia is already an independent nation. Only sentiment and inertia links us to the British crown.
As the republic debate ramps up once more, what are the pros and cons of different models for an Australian head of state?
Bill Shorten’s policy for quick action on a republic contrasts with Malcolm Turnbull’s position.
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