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Time for a Head of State that reflects who we are as a nation

OPINION: Most Commonwealth countries are already republics.

King Charles, while still Prince, deputised for Queen Elizabeth at the State Opening of UK Parliament, May 2022.

Peter Hamilton Sat, 29 Apr 2023

King Charles’ forthcoming coronation is a reminder to New Zealanders that behind all the pageantry, he has a role to play as our Head of State – but is this something we still want? Is it time for us to have a New Zealander undertake this role?

These are important questions for a country

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