Truth-telling may have spoiled the enjoyment of the royal event for some, but could also be received as an opportunity for learning, and coming together.
Instead of avoiding discussion of colonisation and the damage inflicted upon First Nations people, we could seize the opportunity to do better.
It’s understandable some people wish to publicly grieve the Queen, but those who disagree with the monarchy also have a right to freedom of speech.
The imminent transition from Elizabeth II to Charles III across the Commonwealth brings with it important political considerations, not least of which is: Should Australia reconsider the place of the monarchy in its own political system?
With the royal family divided and increasingly dysfunctional, Charles’ proclivity to become involved in the political fray may become a significant problem for “The Firm”.
The secrecy surrounding the details of the Whitlam government's removal exemplifies "our arcane and subservient status as constitutional monarchy".
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