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| The royals in Australia: a step back for republicanism, or a celebration? | The royals in Australia: a step back for republicanism, or a celebration? |
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| The upcoming visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Australia is set to reignite the great republican debate – and we would like to know what our readers make of it. Are you a die-hard republican still fuming at Tony Abbott's decision to bring back knights and dames honours system? Are you delighted at the idea of collecting royal-themed memorabilia in coming days? Are you a fashion enthusiast who feels vaguely guilty for admiring Kate Middleton's carefully chosen outfits? Or are you one of the monarchists who plan to hand out Australian flags at every upcoming royal event? | The upcoming visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Australia is set to reignite the great republican debate – and we would like to know what our readers make of it. Are you a die-hard republican still fuming at Tony Abbott's decision to bring back knights and dames honours system? Are you delighted at the idea of collecting royal-themed memorabilia in coming days? Are you a fashion enthusiast who feels vaguely guilty for admiring Kate Middleton's carefully chosen outfits? Or are you one of the monarchists who plan to hand out Australian flags at every upcoming royal event? |
| If you would like to participate, please email Jessica Reed (jessica.reed@theguardian.com) before Wednesday 16 April at 12pm (EST), with a contribution of about 250-350 words – not more! | |
| Please include your Comment is free username, your real name and a number we can contact you on. We'll pick four entries for publication.You should include an element of comment – that is, your opinion on the issue being debated. Please note that we may not be able to respond to all submissions. | Please include your Comment is free username, your real name and a number we can contact you on. We'll pick four entries for publication.You should include an element of comment – that is, your opinion on the issue being debated. Please note that we may not be able to respond to all submissions. |
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