In brief
As King Charles prepares for his October visit to Australia, the Australian Republican Movement (ARM) has cheekily dubbed it the "farewell tour" for the British monarchy. This satirical campaign includes t-shirts and other items, likening the royal family to ageing rock stars, and stokes debate about the monarchy’s place in modern Australia. The visit happens amidst a backdrop of growing republican sentiment and public discourse about constitutional independence, ignited after Australia's failed Voice to Parliament vote. ARM's research suggests a sweeping openness to a republic among Australians, though independent polls show a more nuanced picture. The campaign aims to energize conversation, portraying a future where Australia waves goodbye to royal reign, embracing a fully independent head of state.
