Organisations and businesses throughout Narrabri Shire have joined a chorus of politicians and government agencies in paying tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Images and tributes were published online as details emerged of the Queen’s death.
The cherished 96-year-old monarch died peacefully at her beloved Balmoral Castle with family by her side last Thursday, Buckingham Palace announced.
The King and The Queen Consort remained at Balmoral before returning to London on Friday.
“The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family,” the former Prince of Wales, now King Charles III said in a statement released by the palace.
“We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.
“During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held.”
Among the officials to pay tribute to the Queen was federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton who described the Queen’s death as a terribly sad day for Australians and the world.
“For many of us, Queen Elizabeth was the only monarch we have ever known,” he said.
“She provided stability, strength and reassurance to the people of the Commonwealth throughout her 70-year reign, and was loved by millions.
“The Queen dedicated her life to serving the people and will be remembered as one of history’s greatest monarchs. She certainly leaves an extraordinary legacy.”
State Member for Barwon Roy Butler expressed similar sentiments and said the Queen took a particular interest in Australia.
He highlighted a visit by the Queen to the Flying Doctor Service of Australia base at Broken Hill in 1954. The Queen then bestowed royal status on the organisation, making it the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
“Given King Charles’ strong connections with Australia, that interest looks set to continue,” he said.
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