Republican debate flares ahead of King Charles’ first visit to Australia as head of state

Republic movement hopes to reignite conversation, but monarchist league says current constitution ‘best protects our democracy’

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Debates around Australia’s continued future under the British monarchy have flared ahead of King Charles’ first visit to the country since he ascended the throne.

Charles and Queen Camilla will arrive in Australia on 18 October, with stops in Sydney and Canberra during their six-day visit.

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