FEAR not – monarchists will get a chance to see the Queen when she visits Perth for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Perth next month, Premier Colin Barnett promises.
“West Australians will have the chance to see the Royal couple during their visit and we hope to announce details of this as soon as possible,” Mr Barnett said.
“The itinerary will include public appearances. This is a wonderful opportunity for the State to show our vibrant capital city at its best to the world.”
Last night Buckingham Palace announced that The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh would arrive in Canberra on Wednesday October 19 before travelling to Perth on Wednesday October 26 for CHOGM 2011.
They will depart Australia from Perth on Saturday, October 29.
“This will mark The Queen’s eighth visit to WA and detailed planning for the Royal couple’s visit to WA will now be stepped-up following this exciting announcement,” the Premier said.
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CHOGM 2011 will be the biggest event to be held in Perth for almost 50 years, with the leaders of more than 50 Commonwealth nations set to participate.
“This announcement today reinforces just how important a year 2011 will be for us in WA. The State Government has been working on a series of events which will allow West Australians to be part of the excitement of CHOGM 2011,” Mr Barnett said.
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