King Charles and Queen Camilla's Sydney Visit Draws Large Crowds Amid Controversy

A protest by Senator Lidia Thorpe and vandalism of a Queen Victoria statue highlight tensions during the royal tour.

King Charles and Queen Camilla are visiting key locations in Sydney, including the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence and the Sydney Opera House.
Senator Lidia Thorpe disrupted a parliamentary reception, accusing the monarchy of historical genocide against Indigenous Australians.
The protest has sparked international media attention and reignited debates about Australia's ties to the British monarchy.
A statue of Queen Victoria in Sydney was vandalized with red paint ahead of the royal couple's visit.
The royal itinerary includes meetings with local leaders and public events, culminating in a Navy fleet review.